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MBAs have to sell themselves first
(China Daily)
Updated: 2008-03-31 13:38 Body language A bit of learning about body language is also helpful. Many of the people conducting interviews are versed in the art of body language while others, particularly entrepreneurial types, do it naturally - body language will have an effect on them even if they don't believe it does (and even if the applicant doesn't). Candidates should get a book to learn the basics. The aim is to appear confident without being cocky, well-researched without fawning, to show they will fit in and be an asset to the company. This is particularly relevant to those planning to work overseas. There are certainly cultural sensitivities. In many Asian cultures, particularly in Japan, making eye contact is considered arrogant and confrontational, while long pauses to consider answers are the norm. In most Western countries, making eye contact is the norm and avoiding it will make applicants look nervous. Long pauses can make them appear uncertain or trying to find ways of hedging a question. Aptitude tests Tests are becoming increasingly the norm for MBA recruiters and although they are not used 100 percent across the board there's no harm in preparing for them in advance. There's a high chance candidates will be exposed to more famous ones such as the Myers-Briggs Aptitude Test. Whether or not they believe in tests, applicants are likely to come across them at some point in their career. Job seekers should look up as many tests as they can, take a handful of them, become experienced with the kind of questions that are asked and the answers that might be expected. One MBA graduate says that he answers questions he sees on TV shows or in newspapers as if they were being asked of him, and as such has an armory of answers ready for the occasion. Candidates should of course dress well and get lots of sleep the night before an interview. Finally, they should see the opportunity interviews offer to present themselves professionally and show they are right for the job. The key to successful job interviews is confidence, true ability to do the job and the capacity to project that confidence during an interview in a relaxed and calm manner. (For more biz stories, please visit Industries)
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