Job Interview Conversation Practice - Job Interview Question and Answer in English
Summary
TLDRThe video showcases a series of job interviews, highlighting the differences between candidates' attitudes, preparedness, and qualifications. The first candidate arrives late, is unprofessional, and unprepared, leading to a negative impression. The second candidate is polite but lacks confidence and experience. The third candidate, a woman with substantial experience, impresses the interviewer and ultimately gets the job. The video emphasizes the importance of punctuality, professionalism, and preparation in job interviews.
Takeaways
- 🕒 The first candidate, Leo, was late for his interview without a proper apology, which is unprofessional.
- 🚫 Leo showed a lack of preparation by not bringing his CV and being unable to discuss his weaknesses.
- 🏠 Leo's reason for choosing Texas Tech was proximity to his home, which may not reflect a strong commitment to the company.
- 🤔 Leo's response to why the company should hire him was self-centered and lacked a convincing argument.
- 👗 The first candidate's attire and behavior during the interview were inappropriate for a professional setting.
- 📝 The second candidate arrived early and provided his CV, demonstrating punctuality and preparedness.
- 🔍 The second candidate lacked relevant experience in JavaScript, which is a key requirement for the developer position.
- 💪 The second candidate was honest about his weaknesses and strengths, showing self-awareness.
- 🤝 Abigail, the third candidate, had extensive experience and a clear vision for her future with the company.
- 🌟 Abigail's strengths included being hardworking and able to work under pressure, which are valuable for a developer role.
- 📅 Abigail was ready to start work the following week, showing her eagerness and availability for the position.
Q & A
Why was the first candidate late for the interview?
-The first candidate, Leo, was late due to rush hour traffic, which he mentioned as the reason without offering an apology.
What was the first impression of the first candidate?
-The first candidate made a poor first impression by being late, not knocking before entering, and wearing inappropriate attire for an interview.
Did the first candidate bring his CV to the interview?
-No, the first candidate did not bring his CV, stating that he had already sent it and thought it was unnecessary to bring a physical copy.
How did the first candidate respond when asked about his weaknesses?
-The first candidate, Leo, responded by saying he couldn't think of any weaknesses at the moment, which was perceived as not a good answer by the interviewer.
What was the second candidate's reason for choosing Texas Tech?
-The second candidate chose Texas Tech because the company is near his house, allowing him to wake up later, and he had found good reviews about the company.
What was the second candidate's experience with JavaScript?
-The second candidate had learned JavaScript for over a year but had not yet completed any projects using it.
How did the second candidate describe his weaknesses?
-The second candidate admitted that he finds it hard to work under pressure and prefers a comfortable working environment.
What were the three reasons the second candidate gave for being chosen for the position?
-The second candidate stated that he is honest, friendly, and a hard worker as the three reasons why he should be chosen.
What was the feedback on the first two candidates after their interviews?
-The feedback was negative for both. The first candidate was impolite and unprepared, while the second lacked experience and confidence for the developer position.
What was the final outcome for the third candidate, Abigail?
-Abigail was successfully qualified for the developer position and was informed that she could start working the following Monday.
What was the reason for the interviewer's concern about the third candidate's gender?
-The interviewer expressed concern because the job was mainly for men, indicating a potential gender bias in the hiring process.
Outlines
🕒 Unprofessional Interviewee
The first paragraph describes an interview with a candidate who arrives late without an apology, enters without knocking, and lacks proper attire. The candidate, Leo, is unprepared, does not bring his CV, and displays a casual attitude towards the interview process. He also demonstrates a lack of respect for the interviewer, Amelia, and the company, Texas Tech. Despite his lack of weaknesses, he fails to convince the interviewer of his suitability for the job, and his interview ends with an abrupt conclusion.
🤔 Difficulties in Hiring Process
In the second paragraph, Amelia, a human resources representative, expresses her frustration with the hiring process. The first candidate was unprofessional and disrespectful, while the second candidate, although polite, lacked the necessary experience and confidence for the developer position. Amelia is concerned about finding a suitable candidate, especially given the gender bias in the job description and the pressure from her boss to fill the position within a month. A supportive colleague offers to help by sharing the job posting on social media.
📞 Successful Interview Outcome
The third paragraph details a successful interview with a candidate named Abigail, who has a strong background in development with five years of experience and fluency in Java and JavaScript. She expresses her desire to grow within the company and sees herself as a senior developer and potential team leader in the future. Abigail is honest about her weaknesses, such as being less social and needing time to adapt to new colleagues. She is offered the developer position and is expected to start work the following Monday, with details to be sent via email.
📢 Call for Engagement
The final paragraph is a call to action for viewers to engage with the content by liking, sharing, and commenting on the video. It also encourages viewers to subscribe to Jessica's channel for more English learning videos, indicating the educational nature of the content.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡interview
💡human resource
💡CV
💡weakness
💡attitude
💡experience
💡strength
💡pressure
💡social skills
💡qualification
💡etiquette
Highlights
A candidate arrives late for an interview without an apology, attributing the delay to rush hour traffic.
The interviewer, Amelia, emphasizes the importance of punctuality and politeness in professional settings.
The candidate's lack of preparation, such as not bringing a CV, is highlighted as a negative aspect.
A candidate's informal attire, such as wearing shorts to an interview, is portrayed as unprofessional.
The candidate's disrespectful behavior, including using a phone during the interview, is criticized.
A second candidate's positive attitude is noted, despite a lack of experience and confidence for the position.
The importance of soft skills in addition to technical qualifications is discussed.
The interviewer's struggle to find a suitable candidate for the developer position is depicted.
The value of networking and social media in job searching and recruitment is mentioned.
A third candidate's extensive experience and qualifications are highlighted as positive attributes.
The candidate's vision for personal growth and advancement within the company is shared.
The candidate's honesty in discussing their weaknesses and willingness to improve is appreciated.
The candidate's ability to work under pressure and start work promptly is seen as an advantage.
The candidate inquires about the interview result timeline, showing eagerness and professionalism.
The successful candidate is informed of their qualification for the developer position, with an invitation to start work.
The importance of clear communication and timely follow-up in the hiring process is underscored.
The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content and subscribe for more.
Transcripts
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the first candidate of the day and he is
already late
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excuse me hi I'm Leo I'm here for the
nine o'clock interview
you should have knocked on the door
before you come in
yeah I was in a hurry
I know it is 9 15 a.m already
I was supposed to be on time but it was
Rush Hour
but I think it is not too late
anyway you are here we will start the
interview now
have a seat please
sure thank you
okay first of all I would like to
introduce myself
okay
I'm Amelia from the human resource
department I will be your interviewer
today I hope that the interview will go
well
it must be
do you have the CV with you
can I take a look at it
I sent it to you so I thought I don't
need to bring it okay so can you
introduce yourself
hmm didn't you read my resume I sent it
a week ago
I know that anyway let's talk about your
weakness
I can't think of any right now maybe I
don't have any weaknesses
by the way it is not good to let others
know about your weakness
okay so why do you choose Texas Tech
well your company is near my house I can
wake up a bit later
also I found good reviews about your
company and then I apply
can you tell me the reasons why we
should hire you
isn't it obvious
I am looking for a job and you need an
experienced employee
and here I am why not
one minute please
okay where were we
you know I think that's okay thank you
for your time today do you have any
questions for me
don't you need to ask about my work
experience or something
that's on your resume isn't it
right now you know how to work
okay the result will be sent by email
thank you
send it soon I have the mood to go to
work right now
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come in please
foreign
I have an interview today for the
developer position
oh you arrive so early your interview is
at 11 right
yeah I don't want to be late
please take a seat
I'm Amelia from the human resource
department I will be your interviewer
today I hope that the interview will go
well
nice to meet you
here is my CV
great okay let's start
we sent you the job description for the
developer position I hope you have time
to research it
I read it one time is that okay
okay tell me about your experience as a
developer please
I am a developer I mean I learned
take it easy don't be nervous
I'm so sorry
would you like to have a cup of water
yes please thank you
here you go just relax
thank you
I graduated with an I.T degree two years
ago but I worked in a logistics company
after graduating
are you good at JavaScript
I have learned it for over a year
but I haven't actually done any project
with it
but that's the main subject that we need
you know it from what I learned I think
I can do that
well okay
can you tell me about your weakness hmm
I think that I find it hard to work
under pressure
I hope to have a comfortable working
environment
tell me three reasons why we should
choose you
I'm honest I'm friendly and I'm a hard
worker
okay thank you for your time today
do you have any questions
I think I don't
thanks I will send the results and
feedback via email
look forward to hearing from you soon
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why do you look so sad
I am looking for a developer for our
company but it is hard you know I
thought you had some interviews today
yeah I did
didn't they go well not at all
the first candidate showed up late with
no apology
he entered the room without knocking on
the door he was so impolite
he wore shorts to the interview
I can't believe it
what happened then
yeah and his attitude was bad I can't
imagine working with a person like him
how was his attitude he didn't respect
the interviewer and his words were
informal
he even used his phone when talking with
me
oh my
in addition he came unprepared he didn't
even bring his resume
unacceptable how about the second one
he has good attitude but he doesn't have
enough experience and knowledge for that
position
he lacks confidence I feel that his soft
skills are also not good
what a Pity what will you do next
I don't know
I am going to have an interview this
afternoon it is a girl
since the job is mainly for men I don't
have much hope if I can't hire anyone
until the end of the month my boss will
complain
you can do it
thanks
if you need my help let me know I can
help share your post on my social media
sure thanks
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I studied at New York University I just
moved here
I have five years of experience as a
developer at two technology companies
I'm fluent in Java and JavaScript
very good you have many years of
experience
so why do you choose our company
I can see chances of developing myself
to a higher level at your company where
do you see yourself in the next five
years
well in five years I see myself as a
valued senior developer in this company
after that I hope I can be trained as a
team leader
great can you tell me about your
strength
hard working is my strength I can work
in a high pressure environment
great what about your weakness
I think I am not a social person so I
always take more time to adapt to new
colleagues
but I can try if you give me a chance
when can you start
if possible I can start next week
I need to arrange my work in the current
company
I'm so sorry if it causes any
inconvenience
it is okay do you have any questions
I think I understand well about the
position I just want to know when will I
get the result of this interview
the result will be sent within five days
great thanks
I hope to have the opportunity to work
with you
so do I
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hi Abigail is speaking
hi Abigail I'm Amelia from Texas Tech
oh hi
I am calling to inform you that you have
been qualified for the developer
position you can start working next
Monday
amazing thank you so much I appreciate
it
I will send you the details by email
today
please check and reply to it with the
required documents
sure I will thank you
you are welcome hope to see you soon
see you
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foreign
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