Job interview exercise #6

Job interview Do's and Don'ts:

John	Jane	Suggestions on how to improve.
Didn’t know where the place was.	Didn’t know anything about the company	John: Make sure you know where the place is Jane: know about the company
Asked about vacations and salary.	Doesn’t know what is in her resume.	John: maintain positive Jane: focus with the interviewer
Sitting posture	Was not prepared	John: sit up straight Jane: review question beforehand
Inappropriate clothing	Did not talk about skills	John: wear appropriate clothes Jane: show your skills
Used phone during interview	Not her work	John: do not take out phone Jane: bring your own work examples
No past work information	No eye contact	John: bring good examples of work Jane: maintain eye contact

The 25 most frequent interview questions:

                      Questions                                                               Answers:

25	how do u handle criticism?	It is the best way to improve. I never take it personally. Use examples.
24	what do u think of the last company you work for?	It was a great platform that helped me improve skills.
23	do you have any questions for me?	Always have a few. It shows interested and prepared
22	why do you think will be successful at this job?	Improvise.
21	how do you see yourself 5 years from now ?	Act like you have a vision
20	what do you look for in manager or a boss?	Don’t be specific say you look for fair and encouraging
19	will you put the interests of the organization above your own?	yes
18	what motivates you to do your best while working?	work environment, discipline, and integrity.
17	what is more important the money or the work?	They both are.
16	how will you compensate for your lack of experience?	Highlight similar roles or jobs you’ve held.
15	what irritates about co-workers?	Mention to specifically make a point to get along with everybody.
14	what would you rather do lead or be followed?	point out your leader quality don’t mind when necessary
13	are you a team player?	yes give examples of when you were a team player
12	how long would you work for us?	Do not be specific
11	what do co-workers say about you?	scan your brain for anything good anyone has ever said about you
10	why have been unemployed for so long?	you have been protective and attended classes or improve your skills
9	why should we hire you?	don’t compare yourself to other interviewees
8	what are your strengths?	Give specific examples
7	why did you leave your last job?	Never say anything negative
6	what are your weakness?	Mentions weaknesses that are strengths disguise or easily improved weaknesses
5	tell me about yourself?	Be honest or superficial
4	tell me about your dream job?	don’t be specific. Generalize
3	describe your management style?	Leading by example
2	what is your philosophy towards work?	Talk about basic values adopted in past jobs
1	do you consider yourself successful	Yes. Tell them about accomplishments and the things you are proud of.

Job Interview Exercise #6

 Job Ad:  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

a.      Policies and Procedures
follow all relevant policies, processes and procedures so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner

b.       Day-to-Day Operations
implement the day-to-day standard operations assigned to ensure compliance with the established standards and procedures. Refer to supervisor for complex tasks which may require exceptions to procedures

c.      Safety, Quality & Environment
Comply with all relevant safety, security, quality, health and environmental procedures to ensure a healthy and safe work environment

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBLITIES

a.       Participate in the Etihad Cadet Program, following a pre-set curriculum of in-class and on-the-job  training to obtain the necessary knowledge, skills and experience for General Civil Aviation Authority and international certification.

b.       Participate in execution of basic in flight activities to provide support to the flight deck and to obtain the necessary knowledge, skills and experience for international certification.

c.      Assist in performing required administrative task to ensure compliance with international rules and regulation and internal policies and procedures.

d.       Attend mandatory training to develop technical skills and acquire knowledge of the operations, regulatory and technical procedures to enable to obtain international certification

e.      Attend required classes and additional courses and undergo mandatory tests to enable the assessment of the acquired skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

a.       Minimum High School Certificate

b.       No prior flying experience required, Completed UAE National Service (applicable for eligible UAE National pilots only).

SKILLS

1.      Effective Communication - Proficient

2.       Integrity - Proficient

3.      Leadership skills - Basic

4.      Situation Awareness - Basic

5.       Workload Management – Basic

About the Company:

Etihad Airways was established in Abu Dhabi in 2003. It is considered the third largest airline in the Middle East; however, it is the second in the UAE after Emirates airlines. Etihad is governed by HH sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and HH Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan. A yearly award such as world’s leading premier airline brands.

CV:

Khaled Al Ketbi’s CV

Personal Details

Date of birth: 8/18/1994

Nationality: Emirati

E-mail: c.52@hotmail.com   

Mobile: 00971503299949

Marital status: Single

Education and Qualifications

1.     Higher Collages of Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Information Science, security and forensics.

GPA: 3.4

Expected graduation date: 2018

2.     Emirates National School (Mohammed bin Zayed campus)

Average: 87.9

Graduation date: 2012

Work Experience:

Military experience 2012-2015

Job title:  Cadet  Pilot (officer)

Skills

Languages spoken:

a.     Arabic

b.     English

c.      French (in progress)

Leadership:

Military leadership skills

Achievements:

survival camps in Wales

Interests and Hobbies:

Computers (Gaming, Creating virtual websites, Designing, Editing audio tracks)

Football (Chelsea and Al ain clubs)

References:

Saeed Al Hamli

00971503325551

Exercise #4 Re-written

1) Public Service Announcement Exercise in Schools 1979

       Video Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8fidqpf7sE

Summary: Exercise is crucial to children as they are not getting enough of it.

2) Be Smart, Protect Your Heart from Air Pollution

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHXUPZCUuGs

Summary: By checking the “Air Quality Index” you would have saved yourself from any heart diseases.

3) PSA- Healthy Eating

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBcolJ3RBkU

Summary: Prevent chronic diseases during collage life by eating organic food instead of ordering fast food.