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[quote author= post=27694596]There are questions that employers commonly ask at job interviews and it's important to be prepared to respond to those interview questions. I have never gone for a job interview before, i have read about the potential questions online, and practically memorized their answers but i still feel that I will freeze on the day of the interview.

I dont want to be put on the spot during the job interview. What can I do?[/quote]Well, I'd say, Prepare, Practice, Practice and Practice...

You see, there really is no ALMIGHTY FORMULA for excelling at Job Interviews, because there are several ways and several things that one can do during a Job Interview to excel. It depends on the organization in question conducting the interview.
So for an applicant, its all about knowing the basics: Prepare, Practice, Practice and Practice...

The thing is, your interview is a performance (the Practice part). And just like any actor or musician, you do not want to step out on the stage without a great deal of preparation. Do as much research (the Preparation part) as you can to anticipate what the interview will look like (http://careertips.jobsmaster.com.ng is one great resource), and then find ways to practice.

If there are particular questions you expect, think about relevant examples you can use and how you want to go about telling those stories. If you expect a case question or a quantitative test, brush up on those skills as much as possible. Have a friend (or career counselor) give you a mock interview, and ask them for their candid feedback.

Just keep in mind that successful interviews require a lot of skills that we do not use on a daily basis – self-promotion, professional etiquette, concise story-telling, etc. Honing those skills beforehand can greatly increase your confidence and decrease your stress levels on the day of the interview!

unibenstudent1:
What of engineering ohhhhh

@unibenstudent1 Hi! In response to your question ohhhhh, check here for the latest Engineering Jobs all across Nigeria: http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Engineering-jobs-in-nigeria.html/

Here http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Healthcare-jobs-in-nigeria.html/ is a good resource for getting latest information and updates on Internships and Healthcare jobs in Hospitals across Nigeria.

enairaprof:
In my opinion, it is much easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for students to make first class in these institutions:

1. Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA)
2. University of Ibadan (UI)
3. Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
4. University of Benin (UNIBEN)

What's your view?

LOL!!!
Well, at least I know that after passing through these “amazing” schools you've mentioned, it is now a lot easier to find jobs in Nigeria as a graduate. See here: http://jobsmaster.com.ng #TalkingFromExperience

Truly excellent! Its so nice to see Nigerian youths repping like this in the academic world.
With the disciplined attitudes of these guys, it won't be hard for them to find well-paying Law jobs in Nigeria.

See here: http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Law-jobs-in-nigeria.html/

This where me I always get absolutely confused o. Why spend over 800 MILLION NAIRA to set up a so-called NYSC Online Registration System (basically a website with a database back-end - hardly rocket science) when there aren't even enough jobs for all out-going Corps members for the first of this year alone. I just don't get it - honestly.

To aid job-seekers and fresh graduates just out of NYSC, check out this www.jobsmaster.com.ng has a tool that allows you personalize the kind of job alerts you want to be receiving, whether to your mobile phone or e-mail. Really cool helpful stuff.

LoOL @ the comments thus far.

Okay. So one time, a lecturer right in front of everyone in the class told me that I couldn't get a job even if I graduated with a 1st class because I was rude to him for saying he made a mistake in a mathematics calculation (which he did anyway - LoL).
Well, guess what? I go a job almost after NYSC. Two jobs in fact and I didn't even graduate with a 1st class! This www.jobsmaster.com.ng helped me a lot though.

Wow!
What an exposé!

Please visit www.jobsmaster.com.ng for all your Career adventures...

Dayjhihannon01:
Thanks for your concern jare... But how come almost all d job dey lag nah?

LoL! Well, I guess that's probably because Lagos is the top ranking state amongst the few that accomodates employers and employees from the Creative Department.

Rilwayne001:
[size=15pt] I'm a ND holder in Banking and Finance with an upper credit, can i apply? [/size]

No Sir, you can't. This is particular job opening is only for Engineering graduates with Ordinary National (OND) Diploma. But with your academic qualification in Banking and Finance, you can easily search for vacancies anywhere in Nigeria and apply for jobs here: jobsmaster.com.ng/Finance-jobs-in-nigeria.html/

chrysso83:
Thinking. ........ How do I downgrade my B.Eng to OND?

LoL! C'mon, you don't have to. There are several Job vacancies across Nigeria for your academic degree too.
See here... http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Engineering-jobs-in-nigeria.html/

Dayjhihannon01:
ONE DAY DEM GO POST FOR MY PROFESSION TOO

LoL! Well I'm pretty sure they already have. See here.... http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Art-And-Media-jobs-in-nigeria.html/

pelij:
Lol, nairaland is really turning to a info source this days oooo

Indeed it is!

Hearty congratulations to all the Batch “C” Corpers who passed out today. Hope ya'all had a great POP today. Wishing you all the very best in life.
Welcome to your new world, the #NigerianLabourMarket guys: http://jobsmaster.com.ng

The truth is depending on a person's answer, one can price one's self out of a job offer or one can get a job offer that is lower than one might have expected.

The key is to always be prepared and do a research before the interview day on Salary Payments to find out what similar positions are paying in one's area of expertise.

Here are some pretty good sample answers experts recommend:

“I understand that positions similar to this one pay in the range of =N=X to =N=Z in our region(ie Nigeria).”

“With my experience, I would like to receive something in the range of =N=Y to =N=Z.”

“I would like to be compensated fairly for my experience.”

“The research I've done indicates that positions like this one pay =N=X to =N=Z and something in that range would be acceptable to me as a starting salary.”

“My salary requirements are flexible, but I do have significant experience in the field that I believe adds value to my candidacy.”

Source: www.about.com/careers

Find Jobs anywhere in Nigeria here: http://jobsmaster.com.ng

LooL!
What a funny post, but it rings true though.
I think Fisheries is the winner here o - LoL! Even in my school - Bells, the most underrated course is Fisheries and Food Tech. But here's the catch, no matter the underrated course you may have studied in any Nigerian University » http://jobsmaster.com.ng has your career covered. One search, all jobs in Naija - whatever the course of study - Trust me!

LoL!
Oh well then, JobberMan had better be prepared. 'Cos for #JobSeekers, a One Search - http://jobsmaster.com.ng/ - All Jobs in Nigeria FREE resource tool is here!!!

This is good info.
For more info and updates like this on go,here is a free resource website you can visit:
http://jobsmaster.com.ng

Wow!!! This is so inspiring. Congrats to the two students. Really happy for them.
Really, there are no irrelevant or low-rated courses. Every course of study out there has its own market. 10 or 15 years ago, who would have thought that Estate Management was a feasible course to study in Nigeria? But today, its selling like wild fire.

To buttress my point, here is a list of Jobs you would be surprise there are actually vacancies for right here in Nigeria: http:///1ofwsII

Mathematics and Arts does have a long historical relationship. The ancient Egyptians and Greeks knew about ratios and regarded them as being aesthetically pleasing to the sight and mind.

I quite agree with @ZUBY77 on his point. And @Iamsynord I don't think Mathematics should be scrapped from the Arts academic syllabus at all.
Rather, it should be encouraged. Did you know, that the famous Leonardo da Vinci made use of mathematics in his work? Even in modern times, artists are using mathematical forms extensively to develop new painting styles.

Let's also look at it from another broader perspective, the Labour Market.
Imagine an Arts graduate on a Job hunt and at the interview, he is given a test on mental prowess and problem solving skills, how would he cope?
Employers and managers today know that Mathematics and Arithmetic logic is key for mental development of any individual.

Any Arts graduate in the house searching for a job?
Check this out: http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Art-And-Media-jobs-in-nigeria.html/

Divinetunes1: Thanks soo much Sir. It's good to know kind-hearted people like you still exist in 9ja. I'll keep trying; thanks for the encouragement...!

You're most welcome bro.

Mehn! What an expos

Well, I must say, after all mistake(s) have been corrected and the article's wise instructions implemented, anyone is a free resource one can use in finding his or her dream job in around Nigeria.

www.jobsmaster.com.ng

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Please see fresh list below:


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Stay tuned for more updates as the months progress Good luck in your search!!!

Hi!
Check this out: http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Oil-And-Gas-jobs-in-nigeria.html/
I am sure it would be of help to you on your Offshore job search.

Please do lemme know how your search goes. Good luck!

@Boladearo I understand where your are coming from as regards getting a job while processing your school admission. I am sure this will help you bro: http://jobsmaster.com.ng/Artisan-jobs-in-nigeria.html/

Divinetunes1: Mornen Sir... How's your family doing today? I'm also in your situation. I'm a job-seeker. Finished nysc dis yr Feb. and since den been seriously searching for a job. I'm in benin aswell... Pls don't try it (suicide) bro. There's hope. God has not forgotten you & he won't. The best is yet to come. Continue to have faith and P.U.S.H. (Pray Until Something Happens).

Hello Divinetunes1, nice response to Esley there, kudos! That's the right spirit to always have. Although its not easy at all, but one must always try and never, ever give up.

Please check out these links below, they will surely help you in your job search. Very soon by His grace, something good will come your way. Keep trying bro!

www.jobsmaster.com.ng

AND

https://www.nairaland.com/77673/re-vacancies-new-hotel-benin

esley: I live in benin city. pls I need a job very badly. lost my job some months back and since then I hv tried to get another but no success yet. my wife and 2 months old baby are lookin@ me for our survival and honestly I dnt knw what to do anymore. sometimes I contemplate suicide but lookin at my baby I get discouraged. if anyhelp is out there pls help a desperate soul.

Hey dear Esley, c'mon! You must never give in and never give up!
You are a real man with a lovely wife and a beautiful baby! So don't you even dare contemplate anything of such again, PLEASE!!!
I did some search for you on job vacancies available within and around Edo state. Please view the links below to see them.

https://www.nairaland.com/77673/re-vacancies-new-hotel-benin

AND

http://jobsmaster.com.ng/search/?page=1&q=&l=Edo%20state&a=60

As innocuous as it may sound or seem, being gainfully employed is actually a one-off turn on for any lady in this present age. But having a well-paying job gives you as a guy a even greater edge in the “scoping market” - LoL because to the lady, this gives her a sense of financial security.

Here's a very useful and free resource www.jobsmaster.com.ng to use to nail that dream job any babe would fall for you for

What an eye-opener of an article this is *thumbsup* wow!!! Thank you for this information.
In the spirit of sharing and helping, here is a free resource I know about for us job-seekers : www.jobsmaster.com.ng