I am facing a lot of problems during my interview sessions.
I am a B.tech and more than a year experience in IT software development,and later on I pursued my MBA in HR and Marketing.
Interviewer whenever asks me,"Why B.Tech then job and then MBA?".
I usually tell them the truth of my life,"I was not doing good at my programming skills and thought of making my career in management."
Then interviewer counter questions-"why did you do B.Tech at all then?"
To which I reply-"I wanted to do B.Arch and did couldn't get a good rank in the same and did not want to waste my year so thought of doing B.Tech as I got a good rank in B.Tech."
I have given the same answer in good brands and I am not selected.
Where am I wrong?Shall I not tell the truth to the interviewer?
Second problem I face is the confidence.I clear 2-3 rounds which are taken by the junior level people.But no moment I am interviewed by VP i get nervous.I get conscious.
Please suggest?
From India, Delhi
I am a B.tech and more than a year experience in IT software development,and later on I pursued my MBA in HR and Marketing.
Interviewer whenever asks me,"Why B.Tech then job and then MBA?".
I usually tell them the truth of my life,"I was not doing good at my programming skills and thought of making my career in management."
Then interviewer counter questions-"why did you do B.Tech at all then?"
To which I reply-"I wanted to do B.Arch and did couldn't get a good rank in the same and did not want to waste my year so thought of doing B.Tech as I got a good rank in B.Tech."
I have given the same answer in good brands and I am not selected.
Where am I wrong?Shall I not tell the truth to the interviewer?
Second problem I face is the confidence.I clear 2-3 rounds which are taken by the junior level people.But no moment I am interviewed by VP i get nervous.I get conscious.
Please suggest?
From India, Delhi
dear avinash
actually the big problem with you that you you are good and honest person but this situation you should reply very senserioly, there is no need to tell all history about urself, only reply according the nature of question.only think positive and don't loose ur confidence, if you loos ur confidence, you will not reply in good way.
regards
abhisek tiwari
From India, Patna
actually the big problem with you that you you are good and honest person but this situation you should reply very senserioly, there is no need to tell all history about urself, only reply according the nature of question.only think positive and don't loose ur confidence, if you loos ur confidence, you will not reply in good way.
regards
abhisek tiwari
From India, Patna
Hello,
Truth shall ultimately prevail.
Being truthful is correct. If you could conveniently state the truth TACTFULLY, you might see a different outcome. I am stating a presenting for you below.
" Yes, I chose IT software development because it seemed rather attractive from a distance. I felt could do it too. But as I went near, I realised that while I could handle the tasks, I found myself doing routine, repeatitive work and it offered a challenge of a diffrent kind. After a while I decided to change rathe than keep doing what you can do and get handsomely paid but that was something could not hold my interests as I was looking for a different challenge.
As a matter of fact, I opted for B. Tech. because I could not secure an admission for B. Arch. I have taken a lot of time exploring myself to get occupied with something that will hold my interests, offer challenges along with working with people and where I could add value.
I now wish to change as I have been into the world of work for sometime and have realised that my strengths would be working with people, knowledge and become a valuable resource to the organization that will employ me."
This is a very brief position paper. If you decide to use it, you must do so in bits and pieces appropriate to the interview stage strategically. This is not "opening your heart" as it were.
Interviews with juniors are no interviews. At best they are priliminary interviews to a) verify what you have stated in your resume and b) gain elementary insights into your candidature.
As to the interview with a V.P. or any such level, remember that all such an authority can do is reject you. Thankfully he cannot hang you. In such a situation you have to guard your self-esteem and self-concept. You are not a novice. You are educated, seen the world of work and what the hell, they invited you for an interview. If you were no good, they would not invite you in the first place.
I have a small write up that will, I am sure clarify a lot of your apprehension. I will send it to you through a PM
Regards
samvedan
June 26, 2011
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From India, Pune
315Truth shall ultimately prevail.
Being truthful is correct. If you could conveniently state the truth TACTFULLY, you might see a different outcome. I am stating a presenting for you below.
" Yes, I chose IT software development because it seemed rather attractive from a distance. I felt could do it too. But as I went near, I realised that while I could handle the tasks, I found myself doing routine, repeatitive work and it offered a challenge of a diffrent kind. After a while I decided to change rathe than keep doing what you can do and get handsomely paid but that was something could not hold my interests as I was looking for a different challenge.
As a matter of fact, I opted for B. Tech. because I could not secure an admission for B. Arch. I have taken a lot of time exploring myself to get occupied with something that will hold my interests, offer challenges along with working with people and where I could add value.
I now wish to change as I have been into the world of work for sometime and have realised that my strengths would be working with people, knowledge and become a valuable resource to the organization that will employ me."
This is a very brief position paper. If you decide to use it, you must do so in bits and pieces appropriate to the interview stage strategically. This is not "opening your heart" as it were.
Interviews with juniors are no interviews. At best they are priliminary interviews to a) verify what you have stated in your resume and b) gain elementary insights into your candidature.
As to the interview with a V.P. or any such level, remember that all such an authority can do is reject you. Thankfully he cannot hang you. In such a situation you have to guard your self-esteem and self-concept. You are not a novice. You are educated, seen the world of work and what the hell, they invited you for an interview. If you were no good, they would not invite you in the first place.
I have a small write up that will, I am sure clarify a lot of your apprehension. I will send it to you through a PM
Regards
samvedan
June 26, 2011
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From India, Pune
I would not even mention the fact that Tech was a second choice. They do not need to know about the Architecture. It is not relevant.
Focus on the fact that software programming has not provided you with the challenges and opportunities you had hoped. You undertook more study to build your skill levels to take on a position in HR Administration/Management. You feel that management will provide the challenges and working environment you will enjoy and excel in.
Words to that effect.
Honesty is commendable, BUT, be wary of giving TOO MUCH information, most of which is unnecessary.
It is wise to remember that job interviews can be a trap. It is very easy to be lulled into talking far too much. Answer the questions succinctly and stay on message. Don't ramble, don't stray off the point and don't let the interviewer lead you into saying things that are best not said. If necessary, just repeat what you have already said. Don't elaborate or you will fall into their trap. You should have some idea of what they will ask, jot some bullet points before you go to the interview. There is no shame having your notes with you, to assist you in the interview and make sure you get your good points across and not forget anything important.
From Australia, Melbourne
Focus on the fact that software programming has not provided you with the challenges and opportunities you had hoped. You undertook more study to build your skill levels to take on a position in HR Administration/Management. You feel that management will provide the challenges and working environment you will enjoy and excel in.
Words to that effect.
Honesty is commendable, BUT, be wary of giving TOO MUCH information, most of which is unnecessary.
It is wise to remember that job interviews can be a trap. It is very easy to be lulled into talking far too much. Answer the questions succinctly and stay on message. Don't ramble, don't stray off the point and don't let the interviewer lead you into saying things that are best not said. If necessary, just repeat what you have already said. Don't elaborate or you will fall into their trap. You should have some idea of what they will ask, jot some bullet points before you go to the interview. There is no shame having your notes with you, to assist you in the interview and make sure you get your good points across and not forget anything important.
From Australia, Melbourne
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