MUJH MEIN HAI WOH BAAT(Art of Presenting one-self)

WHAT DOES PRESENTING SELF COMPRISE OF?

SPEECH

APPEARANCE

BODY

LANGUAGE

SPEAKER Positive Frame of Mind. Healthy Self Image. Spontaneous sense of humor. Talking the Speech. Simple and short words. Quotes, Anecdotes. Others.

Audience Has a right to question you. Has a right to access you. To be respected. Never fails, speaker fails more

often.

APPEARANCE 90% OPINION IS FORMED IN THE FIRST

90 SECONDS.

What Makes Good Appearance?

Energetic eyes. Expressing &

Smiling face. Correct body

posture. Perfect clothing. Neatly done hair. Personal hygiene.

7 MANTRAS FOR SUCCESS Communication

Skills Influencing

abilities Managing Skills Problem Solving Creative Thinking Social Skills Managing Money

BODY LANGUAGE

Impact of Body Language

Facial Expressions – 55% Intonation – 38% Words – 7%

Types of Gazing Formal Social Intimate

Mindset while shaking the hand DOMINATION

CONTROL

EQUALITY

TYPES OF HANDSHAKE Upper and Lower palm position Glove position Politician handshake Dead fish hand shake Crushing fingers Hard hand shake Holding fingers Pulling Hand Holding wrist/elbow/arm/shoulder Manly shake Keeping an arm’s length

Some noticeable gestures Palm “V” Sign, OK Sign Thumb position Crossing arms Fixed & focused stare. Covering mouth touching nose Rubbing Chin

Some noticeable gestures Finger in mouth Scratching neck. Touching the face Hesitant before speaking Finger on cheek & hand on chin Pointing finger Hands crossed, thumb upward

Leg PositionLeg Position

LEGS POSITION CROSSED LEGS POINTERS POSITION TERRITORIAL GESTURE

Gestures of DISINTEREST Tapping foot Doodling on paper Playing with hair Shutting eyes

frequently Rubbing ear Playing with an object

The SOFTEN Formula S Smile O Open Posture F Forward leaning T Touch E Eye Contact N Nodding

A TRAINED PERSON CAN TELL ABOUT THE BODY LANGUAGE OF THE OTHER PERSON SIMPLY BY HEARING THE PERSON’S VOICE

Kuch Tum Kaho Kuch Hum Sune….

(Appearing for an Interview)

The Grand Finale

The well groomed working women - That’s “You”

Hair Personal Hygiene Face Make-up Hands

Nails Feet Shoes Jewellery Clothes

Overall Image: A Neat, well-groomed, quiet & elegant lady.

Well-groomed man“Groomed well from top to toe”

Hair Face Hands Personal hygiene Clothes Shoes Jewellery

General Tips Find out about the organisation Update yourself with general awareness Study thoroughly your favorite subject Make a visual impression Punctuality Other essentials

Venue Call Letter Important certificates

Do's

Look Confident

Present well

Be courteous

Decent manners

Wear a smart appearance

Don’t

Frequent shifting of chair

Blinking, scratching

Stretching

Yawning

Giggling

Cracking knuckles

Answering in tense under

tones

Before You take off.... Take permission before

entering. Take seat when asked for. Sit in a formal posture. Maintain eye contact. Give a confident look.

On the Hot Seat Be Specific in answering Be honest in saying no if you

don’t know. Keep smiling and cool posture

while answering. Don’t hurry. Wait ‘N’ Answer. Think before You Speak. Don’t try to befool the panel.

Body Language during an interview

Handshake (If

offered)

Open & Formal

Posture

Eye Contact

Facial expressions

Voice

Steps in answering behavioral interview

questions Give a complete story of an event

first. Be specific about what you

did/said/felt/thought. Separate your actions from the

actions of others. Use “I” examples more than “We”

7 SIGNALS FOR SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEW

Smile, Eye Contact Spontaneous Humor Relax, Calm Signals Mirror the interview

techniques Don’t hurry….wait Maintain alert position Try to adapt and

open, honest & confident attitude.

Finally…… Ask questions/clarification from panel. Gather the items you might have

placed on the table. Standup and straighten up your

clothes. Smile and shake hands with the

interviewer and Thank them. Exit by closing the door quietly.

At the end of Interview…….

Question that you can ask. Exact profile being looked for. Details about the organisation Location of posting Any probation Formal induction programme When and how result will be conveyed Don’t forget to show gratitude by saying

thank you.

Interviews(Frequently asked

questions) Why do you want this job? Where do you see yourself in 5 years time? Why should we offer you this job? What are your strengths & weaknesses? What do you consider your greatest achievement? What do you know about our company? Why did you choose this particular career? What attracts you to this company? What public figure & business leaders you admire

most and why?

Interviews(Personality related questions) Tell us about yourself. What three keywords would your peers use to

describe you? What would your boss say is your biggest

problem? How would your best friend describe you? How would your worst enemy describe you? Tell us about the passion in your life as it

relates to your work. What aspects of your work excite you the most?

Few sample questions Why are you the best person for the

job? (1) I’ve held a lot of positions like this one, and

that experience will help me here. (2) Because I am good at what I do. (3) Our discussion here leads me to believe this

is a good place to work. (4) You need someone who can produce results,

and my background and experience are proof of my ability. For example….

What do you know about our organization? (1) I have done a little homework and here is what I

know about your organization…..(Cite examples)

(2) Everything I’ve seen & heard makes me want to be a part of this Org.I understand your industry is …..and your primary customer is….A particularly exciting part of your business appears to be……

(3) I know enough to know this is an exciting place to work. It appears to be fit for my career goals.

What are your strengths? (1) I am good at giving constructive criticism to my co-

workers. This honesty is something I’m very proud of & have found essential to having open working relationship.

(2) I consider myself to be very consistent . I have proven myself to be someone who can be counted upon to do what is expected.

(3) I’d have to chose between two skills. I am very proud of my determination & ability to get things done. At the same time, I am very proud of my analytical abilities & problem solving skills. These skills combine to give me a unique ability to solve problems and then implement the solutions.

Where do you want to be in 5 years?

(1) I haven’t really thought that far ahead but I think I’d want your job.

(2) If selected I’d hope to met my goals & take advantage of opportunities to learn so I will be considered for other positions within the company. I hope to build my career with a company such as this one.

(3) Long term, I hope to start my own business.

Curriculum VitaeContents…

Personal Information Background Qualification Contact details Certificates & other documents Passport size photographs Any other relevant information

Remember, Your attitude determines your altitude

Wherever you are, it is the place to start. Wherever you are, it is the place to start. What you do today is important.What you do today is important.

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