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Interviewing Tips

Before you are interviewed for a position, use these interviewing tips to learn as much about it and the employer as possible. If you found the position through a health management recruiter, he or she should be able to provide that information for you. If not, conduct research on the internet or tap into industry contacts.

Questions To Ask

After you have studied the company, make a list of questions to ask the employer:

  • Why is this position available?
  • What training programs are available to the person in this position?
  • What are your goals for this position?
  • What obstacles must be overcome for the person in this position to succeed?
  • How will my performance be evaluated?
  • What opportunities are there for growth in the next 12 months? Two years? Five years?
  • What growth do you anticipate for your organization in the next 12 months?

Questions You May Be Asked

Your recruiter should be able to give you a good idea of the hiring manager’s personality, his or her typical interview demeanor and a few important questions that the employer is likely to ask, such as:

  • Tell me about yourself. Keep your answer in the professional realm only. Review your past positions, education and other strengths.
  • Why are you interested in this position? Relate how you feel your qualifications match the job requirements. Also, express your desire to work for the employer.
  • What are the most significant accomplishments in your career? Identify recent accomplishments that relate to the position and its requirements.
  • Describe a situation in which your work was criticized. Focus on how you resolved the situation and became a better person because of the experience.
  • What do you know about our organization?
  • How would you describe your personality?
  • How do you perform under pressure?
  • What have you done to improve yourself over the past year?
  • What did you like least about your last position?
  • Are you leaving (did you leave) your present (last) company?
  • What is your ideal working environment?
  • How would your colleagues describe you?
  • What do you think of your boss?
  • Have you ever fired anyone?
  • What was the situation and how did you handle it?
  • Are you creative?
  • What are your goals in your career?
  • Where do you see yourself in two years?
  • Why should we hire you?
  • What kind of salary are you looking for?
  • What other types of jobs/companies are you considering

Interviewing Do’s

  • Arrive 10 minutes early. Being late to an interview is never excusable.
  • Clarify questions. Answer the interviewer’s questions as specifically as possible. Relate your skills and background to the position requirements of the position throughout the interview.
  • Give your qualifications. Focus on accomplishments that are most pertinent to the job.
  • Anticipate tough questions. Prepare to turn perceived weaknesses into strengths.
  • Ask questions. An interview should be a mutual exchange of information, not a one-sided conversation.
  • Listen. Concentrate not only on the interviewer’s words, but also on the tone of voice and body language. Once you understand how the interviewer thinks, pattern your answers accordingly and you will be able to establish a better rapport.
  • Dress appropriately. Make your first impression a professional one.
  • Be professional. Smile, make eye contact and maintain good posture. These are simple but important things that are easy to forget to do during an interview.

Interviewing Dont’s

  • Don’t answer vague questions. Ask the interviewer to clarify the question.
  • Don’t interrupt the interviewer. If you don’t listen, the interviewer won’t either.
  • Don’t be overly familiar, even if the interviewer is.
  • Don’t ramble. Overlong answers may make you sound apologetic or indecisive.
  • Don’t lie. Answer questions truthfully.
  • Don’t express resentment. Avoid derogatory remarks about present or former employers.
  • Don’t wear heavy perfume or cologne. The interviewer may not share your tastes.

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Closing the Interview

Job candidates often second-guess themselves after interviews. By asking good questions and closing strongly, you can reduce post-interview doubts. If you feel that the interview went well and you want to take the next step, express your interest to the interviewer. Try an approach like the following: “After learning more about your company, the position, and responsibilities, I believe that I have the qualities you are looking for. Are there any issues or concerns that would lead you to believe otherwise?”

This is an effective closing question because it opens the door for the hiring manager to be honest with you about his or her feelings. If concerns do exist, you may be able to create an opportunity to overcome them and have one final chance to dispel the concerns, sell your strengths and end the interview on a positive note.

A few things to remember during the closing process:

  • Make sure that you have thoroughly answered these questions during the interview: “Why are you interested in our company?” and “What can you offer?”
  • Express appreciation for the interviewer’s time and consideration.
  • Don’t expect an offer to be made or a specific salary to be discussed during your first interview.

Follow-up

After your interview, follow-up is critical. As soon as possible, write down key issues uncovered in the interview. Think of the qualifications the employer is looking for and match your strengths to them. A “thank you” letter or e-mail should be written no later than 24 hours after the interview. Be sure to call your recruiter to discuss your interview and your next steps.

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