What is the basic ingredient, as a journalist, for securing a good interview?
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Persistence and accurate reporting.
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One of the more tricky ones is "Tell me some of your weaknesses."\nSome folks tend to ramble on and reveal too much that shoots them down.  The best way is to turn this into a strength.  For example...\n"I guess my biggest area that I need to improve on is my drive to succeed.  I am very hard on myself when I don't live up to my own high expectations and I just need to understand that I'm not always going to be able to hit a homerun."\n\nYou turn what might be a weakness into a strength showing your drive to succeed in this example that an interviewer might like to note as a positive thing to have.\n\nHope that helps.
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I've conducted about 500 interviews on candidates and what we are looking for is\n1) Integrity\n2) Honesty\n3) Can do attitude\n4) A person that is effective\n5) the person who is likely to be the most successful in a position.\n\nThat being said, in the case of asking what is your weakness, tell the interviewer something that is a weakness of yours, but follow up by stating what you are doing to overcome that weakness.\n\nFor instance, one of the people mentioned procrastination. If you are a procrastinator, share what you are doing to ensure you will get things done on time.\n\nPeople who answer this question without admitting to any type of weakness are quickly bypassed by me because they have just shot their credibility with me. If they cannot admit they have any type of a weakness, this is a signal to me that this person will never admit when they make a mistake and will avoid the truth. They also may have difficulty working in a team setting because they sound like they have an ego problem.\n\nSo your best bet is to answer this honestly.\n\nLying may get you the job, but if you lie on the interview and the find out, they can terminate you, or at the least, you have damaged your credibility.
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a good interview is that.\n1. you fit for the job& you seems willing to do this job.\n2. you pretend that the ofeered job is only made for you. you can make better of it and surely progress the work.\n3. level of confidence must be not over confednce beware it . you can be sacked. \n4. a perfect presentation makes simple for you. \n5. good interview is what we says our employee always take it seriuosy.
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The interviewers will be much more pleased to hear from you which current issues you yourself find interesting, even if (or especially if) they do not quite agree with you.\n\nThe big suggestion for the interview is to BE YOURSELF.  You cannot hope to pretend instead to be whatever you think they want.  What you think would probably be wrong, and whether it was or not, it would be obvious to them that you were pretending, so DO NOT DO IT.  Let them see exactly what they will get if they decide to choose you, and trust them to choose correctly.  Good luck.
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First off...you can do it.  You can win this interview.   How do I know?  \n\na) You have recognized the challenge\nb) You are seeking help in finding a solution.  This act is a sign of confidence and security.   NEVER be ashamed to ask for help.   It is a sign of higher intelligence.\nc) There is still plenty of time to prepare and be ready.\n\nFirst, find yourself a professional notebook (not a binder) with preferably a dark cover on it.   You will take this notebook with you to your interview.  Bring a good quality pen for taking notes and jotting things down that come to mind whenever the interviewer speaks.\n\nYou are going to build for yourself a simple, clear "script" or a set of crib notes for you interview.   If you get nervous at any point during the conversation, you just need to steady yourself and get back on message my looking down at your notes.   The interviewer will be VERY impressed that you have prepared for the interview and will think positively of you.   You will write information in groups of 3.\n\nPage 1 - On the first line of the page in bold letters, write 3 points that identify your real strengths that you will bring to the role or position that you are interviewing for today.   Space the three points so they can quickly and easily be read.   Write the points clearly so you don't have to search for them while conversing with the interviewer.\n\nNext, write 3 intelligent and thoughtful questions about the job that you can ask.   One very powerful question is this, "How does this position help you (the interviewer) accomplish your key goals or objectives?"   You will not need more than 3 questions.\n\nNext, write 3 simple notes on things that you have accomplished that demonstrate you could do this job.\n\nNext write these three phrases in big letters that you can read: \n+   Breath deep and relax. RELAX RELAX then you are at your best\n+   Gently half smile after each question or answer.\n+   Look the interviewer directly in the eyes when you speak\n\nIf you complete this set of notes, rehearse it a few times by yourself or with a friend, by the time your interview comes around you will be smooth as silk and smart as a fox.\n\nRemember...you are a competent, hard working, and intelligent worker.   Write that phrase at the very top of the page in capital letters and at the very bottom of the page.   Say they words to the interviewer when you shake their hand at the end of the session.\n\nBest wishes for your complete success.\n\nPS - I am a retired Chief Operating Officer of a major company.  I know you can do this...so should you.
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All interview answers should be short, to the point and, ideally in story form. If you already have some general ideas then pick the best and create a story around it. A good format would be: I recognized a problem, here is the action I took and the results were...\n  To take it to the next level the problem, solution and result should be similar to the problems you would encounter in this position. \n  If you have listened well and asked good questions during the interview to this point you might know if the interviewer is more concerned with revenue, cost savings, ability to get along with others or quality. If you know that 'hot button' then slant the answer to emphasize that the initiative you took solved a problem similar to what the interviewer is concerned about.\n  If you know the preference of the interviewer in terms of 'early adopter of new' or 'avoider of problems' then the story should be stated in terms that would appeal to that preference.\n  Mark Twain said something to the effect 'The best impromtu remark is one which has been well rehearsed.' You should have PARs (problem, action, result) for each of your initiatives, slanted for each of the concerns of the interviewer in terms of avoiding or accepting. This gives you six stories for each of your ideas. Written out and rehearsed will give you a very good chance of hitting the mark in the interview and being a memorable candidate.
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Be prepared.  Go to the library, there are many interview preparation books out there.  Reherse and go thru commonly asked questions.  Once you are well-prepared, confidence will automatically be on your side.
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There are several factors that will help you to be sucessfull on an interview.\n1. Be polite and courteous.\n2. Be well groomed and dressed for the interview (first impressions do count)\n3. Listen carefully intently when the person interviewing you is speaking.\n4. Try to develop a rapportwith the interviewer\n5. Have a good understanding of the job you are applying for.\n6. Find out whatever you can about the company that wants to hire you. This information will give you the advantage of understand the questions they may ask you.\n8. Ask thoughtful questions when you are given the opportunity (this will show the interviewer your interest understanding of the opportunity)\n8. When you think the interview is almost over, try to establish a way to follow-up. Ask what the next step in the process might be.\n9. At the end of the interview thanks the interviewer for his time.\n\nThere are some very good books on the subject. You can get much more detail in them.
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A journalism degree will help for starters.  Get a portfolio of work you've written already to show.  Get some interviews and let the magic happen!
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Hi Coola,\nYour best bet is to subscribe to the journals and newspapers you are interested in working with. Then, start sending "letters to the editor" to interact with the articles published.\n Over a short time, You should see whether or not they are interested in playing ball with you or not. If your eyes are not open to the subtle replies you get then, you aren't smart enough to get the job.\nTrevor
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http://www.interviewtips.com\ngud luck
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As a manager who does countless interviews, these are the things I look for:\n1)Enthusiasm for the job - dont be apathetic- act interested for pete's sake\n2)Ask questions...about the position or the company, or whatever..it just shows you are interested.\n3)Be prepared...do your homework - know at least a bit about the company\n4) Sounds petty but BRING YOUR OWN PEN...otherwise you appear unprepared and this tells a lot about your work habits.\n5)Be able to explain in gaps in employment, short term jobs etc in a clear manner.\n6)Practice your interview before you go...get a friend to help if possible.\n7) Easier said than done I know but RELAX and be yourself.\nThe bottom line is this...an interviewer wants to know that you are going to be the best fit for the job - they want to know that you can not only DO the job, but that you are going to have a great attitude, and be a dependable, reliable employee. It costs companies money to train people even for the smallest job. They want to know that you are going to be worth their investment.
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Relax and be yourself :-)\nJust go to the interview, and be yourself. If they ask detailed technicall questions that you don't know, just convince them that you'r smart, and that being smart is more important than memorize everything ;-)
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You mean that you want to get ready made answers? To FAQs?\nI can help you to some extent\n\n\nTips for Success in Interviews\n\n•First impression is the best impression. You will be judged by ; the way you dress, your educational qualification, work experience, body language, manners, ability to absorb the information and interpret it intelligently and clearly. So take care to be at your best. \n•Carry your relevant documents in order - like certificates, copy of application sent, bio-data etc. in a folder so that it can be easily shown when asked. Take a pen also. \n•Present the documents only if the interviewer ask for it. \n•Never be late for an interview. \n•Greet the interviewers as soon as you enter. \n•Sit down only when you are asked to. It is better not to pull the chair, either lift it or move it and always enter from the right side of the chair. \n•Say 'please and thank you' whenever required. \n•Listen carefully and pay attention to the question. If the question is not clear to you ask politely for a repeat. \n•Reply confidently and immediately to the point, keeping your answers short unless asked for a longer description. \n•While answering, look directly at the person asking the questions and try to be pleasant. \n•Replies connected to any details regarding your bio-data should be authentic. \n•It is better to admit if you don't know something. \n•Remember to say 'sorry' if your opinions or answers are rejected. \n•Avoid indulging in certain mannerisms in your speech or behavior. \n•You can ask when you can expect to hear from them before you leave. \n•Don't forget to say "Thank you" at the end of an interview to every interviewer before leaving. \n•Shake hands only if the interviewer initiates the gesture. \n•Walk out confidently without looking back. \n•Gently shut the door behind you as you leave. \n\n\n\nMost frequently asked Interview Questions \n\n•Why have you selected to join us?\nI always longed to work with a company. I am familiar and whose products I have used and trusted.\n(Narrate briefly how you can prove your statement. Do good research on the company before facing the interview) \n\n•Where do you want to be in 5 years?\nI would like to be frank. Judge me from the work and I am sure you will put me right where I want to be.\nNote : Do not over ambitious and speak in a way that you are not satisfied with your current job which you have applied for. \n\n•Describe your ideal career?\nTalk of what you enjoy most your skills and natural talents. Do not specify your goal and any job title. \n\n•Tell me something about yourself\nDo not just repeat what you have given in your resume. Be ready with the answer, a talent or something you did out of the ordinary. You can sound it as unique or give it a touch of your personality. \n\n•How did you apply for the job?\nBe specific and give a straight answer of how you came to know about the vacancy. If it was advertised specify how you came across it.\n \n•Why do you want to work here?\nHave a research done about the company / organization \nGive just one or two reasons why you are interested. You can add these points (1) company's reputation(2) desire to join the specific field of interest. \n\n•Don't you think that you are over qualified for this job?\n(This question is put to you to puzzle a candidate. Be calm and answer the question with a positive and confident approach)\nAnswer in the negative\nMy experience and qualification will just help me to do the job better. Moreover I am at establishing a long term relationship which my qualification will favor me to handle more responsibilities and help me to rise to your expectations. \n\n•What competition do you see if you take up this job?\nWhen you answer, clearly show that you have researched carefully and acquired more in-depth knowledge about the company.\nEnumerate some positive and negative traits of the compan
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always be honest on a application. you can always explain the situation to the interviewing person. honesty is the best policy.
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Have a real story about a job experience that makes you look good.  You can describe how you helped a customer that did not understand how something worked.  This allows the interviewer to see some of your personality and relates to the job.  A good combination that will separate you from the other candidates.