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Two Perspectives on how to Interview

The interviewee-interviewer relationship may be a short one but it could also be productive for both sides. It could mean a job for one person and a company asset to another. There are many guidelines on how to interview and its best we present it from both sides.


The Interviewer

The interviewer has great power and with it comes great responsibility. This job is usually done by a human resource manager or staff and they are already briefed or trained on what questions to ask. However, to elicit the best possible response from the candidate and to screen them appropriately, it is advisable that each set of interview questions should be personalized. Of course, one should always start with the standard questions but the interviewer must listen to the candidate and ask questions according to his or her answer.

It’s also a good thing to make the candidate feel at ease so that he or she can answer your questions more effectively. Ask questions about the candidate’s skills and characteristics in relation to the position they are applying for. There are also questions that cannot be legally asked or questions that can come off as discriminatory to the candidate. Human resource personnel should be trained with these.

The Interviewee

It’s advisable to ask questions during the interview but for reasons of courtesy, refrain from asking your questions until the interviewer finishes his. You could clarify your job description if you find an area that you think is vague. You may ask about the company’s policy when it comes to dress attire, leaves, company benefits or their policies in promotion. Don’t be afraid to ask questions but be sure they are appropriate. Asking when you can take your vacation leave is presumptuous and not appropriate. If you can’t remember every question you wanted to ask, keep a list and ask away.

 

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