QtKatie: Its important to be able to answer some frequently asked interview questions. An interviewer asked me to state my greatest weakness and I was just staring at him, thinking of what to say. From that point, I knew I had lost an opportunity.

hmmm.. I tink one of d ways to tackle ds question is to state one of ur core strengths and state also how it can sometimes be a shortcoming. but u av do ds wisely as it cud stand as a pillar between u and d job. for example, u could tell d HR personnel dat u are a detail oriented person who ensures dat work activities are carried out perfectly(with no form of mistake) and it sometimes affect ur speed but d coy has no reason to be worried about dat as u av improved substantially in carrying out work activities swiftly without diminishing d quality of ur performance.
My tot though, more suggestions will be greatly appreciated

JOB OPENING!!!

SALES REPRESENTATIVES
A Lagos based reputable company requires the services of an energetic and dynamic individual on a sales activation for a period of 3 months.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTED DUTIES

I. Champion sales on behalf of the company
II. Drive the buy-in of market segmentation for the approach

QUALIFICATION
Interested candidates must meet the following requirements:

I. Applicants must be presentable
II. Applicants must be an HND or BSC Degree Holder
III. Sales background is an added advantage

IV. Applicants must have a vibrant personality and self-driven

REWARD
I. Monthly salary of N50,000
II. Feeding & transportation allowance would be considered
III. Exceptional performance would be highly reward beyond proposed reward

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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: August 11, 2014.

Thanks for these tips.

victorVIC1:
wot about those who have not been under a paid employment before and the HR personnel insists your state ur least acceptable pay expectation?

My point is stating an amount could mean you shooting you self on the leg, any possible means to avoid that should be taken, always mention that you're open to negotiations.

That's what I think anyway.

vycee01:

My point is stating an amount could mean you shooting you self on the leg, any possible means to avoid that should be taken, always mention that you're open to negotiations.

That's what I think anyway.

well said

victorVIC1:
hmmm...plz, any1 wit suggestions on how to overcome fear?

Just be calm.
Don't rush.
Don't be too serious. Listen carefully,
Think fast and speak slowly.
Smile always.
Don't lie and if need be, do it skillfully. Never miss the opportunity to attack them(HR's).
Never forget it's just an event, it's not a do or die thing.
Lastly, Appreciate em (HR's)
;-)

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Hero10001:
Just be calm.
Don't rush.
Don't be too serious. Listen carefully,
Think fast and speak slowly.
Smile always.
Don't lie and if need be, do it skillfully. Never miss the opportunity to attack them(HR's).
Never forget it's just an event, it's not a do or die thing.
Lastly, Appreciate em (HR's)
;-)

great...cudnt av said it better

Best thread i ve ever cm across in d Jobs/vacancies column.
Thumbs up to all who contributed thus far.
About d expected salary issue; one could say ; "Am aware dat dis organization has a stated pay package for dis position, nd am willing to go with it.
N/B : For a firm u re sure dat pays well oo.

Gracias!

when they ask how much are yu expecting.....aw will yu answer the questn av been to some intrv and when this question pumps up........i d say i would like to b paid by company standard and policy and they keep pushing u to call a price......and when yu do yu dont end up getting the job!

tuncutie: when they ask how much are yu expecting.....aw will yu answer the questn av been to some intrv and when this question pumps up........i d say i would like to b paid by company standard and policy and they keep pushing u to call a price......and when yu do yu dont end up getting the job!

plz, we need more dependable suggestions on how to approach such a situation

Your interview answers should be close ended so that ur interviewer doesn't have to ask u more questions and throwing u off balance along d line..To give close ended answers u must really prepare and know urself.

Please try to ask ur interviewer a question after the interview don't say no if ur interviewer asked if u have any question.

I once had an interview with one of the top notch acc firm ....i was at the group stage where we where told to present on a topic....i literally jumped the Gun...i did well on the presentation, infact excellently but I was off topic, the topic was about co-education system.....didn't know it was about mixed sex in schools, instead I spoke on boarding and day school.....after the interview....i checked my dictionary...and well...you know rest...the truth is one can be too prepared...just be sure of the answers you are giving.....

Has anyone's phone rung while having an interview before? Trust me, it is very important u switch off ur phone or set ur audio profile on silence before walking into dat office

Wao!!! What a nice thread. My experience at my first interview was with kpmg. I read engineering and I applied for Tax. They panel of interviewers constituted 4 people. They asked me to introduce myself, which I did to the best of my ability. They asked me that why tax since I studied engineering, I cudnt say much there, was just saying I perform well at calculations. At the end of interview, I was given a feedback from them. 1) they said I was not bold enough to look into there faces. 2) that they didn't see me come alive when I was asking questions. 3) they asked me my selling point, I couldn't asnwer well. From those feedbacks, I knew I already lost that job. Really felt bad, have learnt my lessons and I knw I ll do well in my next interview. More suggestions pls...

quincie:

Same here ooooo
Bt i think little alomo wil make u bold as lion..... Lol

choi,rugged

I've not been to an interview before. However, all the jobs I've done so far, whenever it reaches my turn to be interviewed, they're usually either too tired or they'll just not interview me but will eventually employ me.

IdeeEsperanza: I've not been to an interview before. However, all the jobs I've done so far, whenever it reaches my turn to be interviewed, they're usually either too tired or they'll just not interview me but will eventually employ me.

Lucky u

tuncutie: when they ask how much are yu expecting.....aw will yu answer the questn av been to some intrv and when this question pumps up........i d say i would like to b paid by company standard and policy and they keep pushing u to call a price......and when yu do yu dont end up getting the job!

Lol...what if company policy is N40k per month? Its best you say what you believe should be paid to you and let them make their decision. I've always stated how much I'm willing to take. I just do a little background check to ascertain what the company pays its staff at the level you're to be employed.
It also helps the HR determine how much you value your services; you wouldn't want to under-sell yourself, makes you look inferior; you wouldn't want to over-bloat your expectations, seems arrogant.

Mazi ahurum ihe idere na diary gi banyere ebe obibi na eko,I tried to comment but couldn't ,they were saying something like I didn't have much permission to do so,as a very good friend and brother I'll advice you to get a house around Ajah or Obalende instead of Oworonshoki,Gbagada and Bariga (its actually Bariga and not Gbariga lol..I understand though,you are not yet familiar with these strange names) that your friends mentioned.
The reason is that,as one who have not been permanent in Lagos and already have a second thought about settling there,traffic wahala can easily turn you off.
Happy stay bro and all the best.



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The interviewer asks do you have any question after an interview and I reply "no".

victorVIC1:
Seriously, I'm also guilty of ds one.these are communication flaws we tend to overlook dat are not suitable for work place environments

I tell u, happened to me always and been trying to help myself...

hardeyswaggz: THIS WAS MY STORY LAST WEEK;

INTERVIEWER : Do you know anything about colours?

ME : (wondering his point exactly and scared of a yes or no) Nodded.

INTERVIEWER : Have u ever bn to an interview?

ME : (still wondering) Yes, About four....

INTERVIEWER : Do u knw why u av never bn picked?

ME : (...

INTERVIEWER : Tell me why you used a red Tye?

ME : (looked at the tye maybe it cld give me an ansa) Cuz i wanted to be distinct

INTERVIEWER : So if you have come in here and saw any of us use a red tye what would u have done?

ME : (Looked at their necks maybe an ansa cld come) i knw none of my interviewers av ever used a red a tye and i knw today cannot be an exception.

INTERVIEWER : Do u knw a red colour is offensive

ME : (Shocked)

INTERVIEWER : thats why u av never bn picked in any of your four interviews

ME : (Tryna change it) I have bn picked in two of the interviews but i turned them down

INTERVIEWER : WHY
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MY HAND DON DEY PAIN ME JARE I WAN SLEEP....WATCHOUT FOR PART TWO.

RFWLOL sorry oh. Been in a similar confusion wen asked why did i grad with 2.2. (i was like in my mind bring ur cert make i check idiot)

Three7Ty9: Oh well, I'm only guilty of speaking too fast. Sometimes its like I'm rapping. Lol!

same here too, what I do is make sure I'm not speaking too fast n try as much as possible to speak with a mild tone

Let me just chip the following in:
* For entry level you may not be able to negotiate your salary because you lack experience, unlike those with experience.
* Ask meaningful questions that leaves a good impression e.g will there be trainings to help me grow on this job? What software will I need to improve on my job etc.
*Try to have a good knowledge of what the company does.
* Dress smart and try to communicate clearly.
* please do understand that an interview is a selling point for you to make the company employ you, as well as for the company in the sense that, the company also need to prove to you that they want you to work for them.
That's the few I can remember now.

This is a lovely media, very timely as well. Kudos to the commentators and contributors thus far.

Bookmarked and following kudos to all contributors

armadeo:


The hr peeps would then perceive alcohol on your breathe at 10 a.m .

















You'll come back to this thread and add never drink to an interview as part of the do nots.

. Haba na,no be like that.I go just spice up my mouth with sweet to reduce d smell of d drink and put nice perfume.lol

I remember an interview I attended nd cos I was over nervous.,I gave some wierd answers like..,Quest-wats ur plans for the nearest future.,ME-i wish to be an enterpreneur..lolz Being relaxed and making good research of the company helps to calm nerves so u can talk wit calm and pls avoid looking down when talkin or fiddling wit ur hands.,Situp straight nd smile/look d interviewer in the face wn talking. Am more comfortable at interviews now cos the fear factor is out.,Worst tin dt can hapen is dm not givin u the offer.,dm nor fit beat person naa lolz..,It is well

kheart: RFWLOL sorry oh. Been in a similar confusion wen asked why did i grad with 2.2. (i was like in my mind bring ur cert make i check idiot)

lol, abi oh....those guys have a way of throwing one off balance.

I need an answer to dis question pls-

How do u respond wen an interviewer asks u, "wat will u do if u are given a job witout a pay?"

Thank you all for your contributions...its been educating and enlightening. My experience has to do with no knowing wat to ask the interviewer