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I have been called for a strange interview. In the invitation letter they asked me to prepare a presentation on why I want a job with this particular company and why should they choose me over the other candidates .... I wonder what technique is this ? The letter further specified that presentation should not be longer than 20 minutes. If I need any presentation tools such as a computer, projector, white board then I should contact the reception 2 days in advance ....

jeter4982 · Posted: Sat Apr 01, 2006 1:19 am Post subject:

Normally this is more of an interview question, but I don't think its that strange of a tactic for them. They basically want to see you explain your skills to them, while at the same time seeing your other skills such as people skills, and presentation skills. I would recommend making a PowerPoint slide show basically summarizing your resume and skillsets, and how they apply to the job. You don't have to take up all 20 minutes, as you don't want to bore them, but I would recommend going at least 10. Keep it positive throughout, and make sure you keep the employers involved in your presentation, whether it is asking for questions, or having a handout, or anything else. Best of luck!

Tom

James · Posted: Sun Apr 02, 2006 2:36 pm Post subject:

what kind of company is it?
And what kind of position are you applying for?

Guest · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 8:06 pm Post subject:

How did the interview go ? did you use a power piont presentation ? Any tips as I need to do a similar presenation ? does anyone have any examples ?

lilo · Posted: Tue Oct 03, 2006 11:14 am Post subject:

I had a similar interview. I didn't use any kind of presentation but oral and direct. Such presentation could be handy if the type of job you are applying for has something to do with being skilled in creationg such slides.

Basically, what the interviewer wants to see is whether you are able to talk freely for 20 minutes (it seems a lot to me) and whether what you are talking makes sense or not.

It's all about self advertising.

Richard · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 10:21 am Post subject:

I once had to make a presentation as part of a job interview and I included overhead projector slides. Although I didn't get the job it went quite well but I can't stress enough to anyone in a similar situation the importance of preparation. Write a script and keep to it. Rehearse it until you're blue in the face never rely on your natural exuberance or performing ability to get you through because this is an unusual situation with lots at stake - you won't get a second chance to put it right.

hsac1301 · Newbie Joined: 04 Oct 2006 Posts: 1 Career Advice: +0/-0

i am new to london and came from india.
Looking for job from one month ,I am OCP DBA. But not able to clear any interview because of my communications.
i am techinically sound.pls help

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