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WHAT HAPPENS IN AN INTERVIEW?

 You might generally meet two to five persons (interviewers, recruiters, or hiring managers) sometimes they begin the interview by explaining shortly what the company does and what they are looking for in the candidates relating to the advertised job.

Job interviews differ from one another, but they have some common features. The kind of interview and how many levels of interview you will go through depends on the type of position you are applying for.

 It is perfectly normal to be nervous which the employers understand beyond that a firm handshake, proper eye contact, and a pleasant smile would add to your advantage.

 Being professional, being on time, dressing appropriately, and having required information about the company will show that you are serious about what you want.

The Interview Breakdown: Scene-by-Scene 

1. Opening Scene: The First Impression Moment (0-5 min)

You walk in (or log in on Zoom), looking sharp.
What's happening?

  • They’re already judging you — appearance, body language, confidence.
  • You say a friendly “Hi, how are you?” and they might start with small talk.

Note: Be polite, look confident, don’t fidget. This is the "trailer" of your personality.

2. Character Introduction: "Tell Me About Yourself"

This is your spotlight moment.

  • They’re not asking for your life story.
  • They want to know your professional journey in 60-90 seconds.                                             

Like a teaser: who you are, what you've done, and what you're excited about. 

 Hack: Use the "Present - Past - Future" formula

Right now I’m working as a Digital Strategist, earlier I’ve handled XYZ campaigns, and I’m looking to grow into a more AI-focused creative space.

3. Plot Twist: Technical & Role-Based Questions

For Digital Marketing/Creative roles, they’ll ask:

  • “How do you handle performance marketing KPIs?”
  • “Tell us about a campaign you worked on – what was the ROI?”
  • “What tools do you use? (GA4, Meta Ads, SEMrush, etc.)”
  • “Can you handle multiple clients and deadlines?”

This is your chance to show you’ve done your homework and you're not just riding on buzzwords. 

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