Amit Bansal - Rediff Gurus

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Question by r2kr@rediffmail.com - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I worked with the central govt before doing my masters in International Business. Is govt experience a negative in one's resume?

Ans: Governement experience is not neccesarily a negative, speak of it as a learning experience.

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Question by mumbai_ka_chokra - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I have 7 years exp in an IT company, I cant see any groeth oppurtunities in the current company. How can I move on from the current company.

Ans: Start applying online or through consultants, organizations are hiring now.

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Question by Abhi - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

The problem with me is that I cant finalise on a particular field in which I can work. Every field seems to be filled with TARGETS TO ACHIEVE. I'm from commerce background (not at all keen in accounts). I'm in my last sem of MBA Marketing. What field should I join which will prevent me from frequent travelling & monthly targets??

Ans: Abhi, there is no escaping it, all jobs/careers come with their targets to achieve.

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Question by samr - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hello Sir, after finishing my graduation, I have been on a career break due to personal reasons. Now I planning to apply for jobs, but am worried that this career break would affect my job prospects! And, how should I respond when the interviewers ask me about this gap period?

Ans: Please emphasize on any learning you gained during that period. If possible state the reason... family or health requirements and state clearly that you are ready now.

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Question by tanniru - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

what would u suggest me, sir.. to suggest students from my rural area to incorporate during their graduation to stand ahead in the race to face the interviews by any company to the freshers....

Ans: Definitely communication skills need to be built up. Take advantage of genuine programs offered in colleges.

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Question by nirav - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

How to convince interviewer that i going to be with company for atleast 2 years

Ans: Focus on the fact that it is the period of time equired to learn and master the job.

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Question by Krishna - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi Amit, NOw i am working in MNC but in diffrent stream but my area of inters is in Finanace so if igo for other interview they are asking about Finance experience so how should i go

Ans: Explain your reasons for wanting to move out of finance. Gaining additional exposure etc.

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Question by Ravi - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

i am having professional expereince of 17 years & now intrested to persue phd for changing stream,will it benefit

Ans: A PHD will help you gather the knowledge required to start in a new field, but unless your prior experience is related you may have to work your way up.

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Question by bim - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi, can shy people and people suffering from anxiety disorders survive or make it big in fields like marketing or HR?

Ans: Yes it requires the confidence in one's abilty to do it. Sometimes the right program can help you overcome your fears

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Question by raj - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi Amit, Employer generally ask in interview,why do you want to change your job, what should be ideal answer

Ans: Something on the lines of... my learning curve has dropped or I want to gather more experience.

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Question by Mutha - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi...Sir, I left job and taken 6 months break for family reason, how do i go about for my new job application? What do I say abount my 6 months break

Ans: State that it was for family reasons

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Question by ANURAG - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Is getting a resume written by a profession expert a good idea? If yes can u suggest some source. thanks

Ans: Some online job portals offer resume writing services.

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Question by nirav - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

HI I have done BE Electronic and MMS Finance. I completed MMS Finance last year and still looking for a job.......... Feedback what i get is you are over qualified or you will not continue more than 6 months........... .......... how to go about job search....

Ans: Please be patient and continue looking. Do not give the impression that you will not stay on.

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Question by mandu - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I have done my MBA in HR.I worked for a reputed company for 7months.The company decided to terminate me before completion of probation.Currently I am out of job for the past 7months and whenever i go for interview the interviewer asks me why I left the last job and i find it extremely difficult to answer this question.This is the main reason i am not getting selected.My career is at an all time low.Kindly help me because i always gave top preference to career and unfortunately i am in danger of remaining unemployed

Ans: A lot of organizations sacked people due to the recession or downsizing

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Question by Siddharth - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

What is the minimum period for which an individial should stay in an organisation?Assuming better offers are available in the market.Your answer may be indicative.

Ans: Short stints will not look good on your resume. A minimum stint of a couple of years looks respectable but too many of these too can cause raised eyebrows

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Question by Nishant - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi Amit. Is it legal for a company to ask for 90 days notice period. Now a days some of the MNCs mandated this without considering employees personal obligations.

Ans: I is completely legal if you have signed the offer letter stating it clearly

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Question by sree - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I am currently in IT field,I want to do MS is it possible to do thru distance education. plz suggest..

Ans: There are several online and distance education courses

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Question by Panks - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I have 9 years of experience in Operations and vendor managment in restaturants, ITES and IT Industry. I am interested to move in Project management now. Would it be good move after i clear PMP?

Ans: PMP will definitely add to your resume

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Question by Vikas - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Why is an experience with PSU doesnt add significant value in eyes of recruiters! What can such a candidate make to look it significant other than speaking smartly abt the learnings and experience?

Ans: PSU's are still seen as slow moving mammoths by some people. Do emphasize your learning experience.

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Question by rajesh_daya - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi Amit.........In order to make the interviewer interact, what sort of questions one can ask to the interviewer?

Ans: Please leave it to the interviewr to interact and conduct the interview.

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Question by rajesh - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

What would be the my strategy if I am belong from IT field and I am not sound technically

Ans: Rajesh it wll be a very poor show... you must be sound technically to attend the interview... do your best to brush up basics

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Question by zombo85 - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

how to answer your strength weakness, where you see yourself after five years wh we shouil hire you?

Ans: spend some time thinking about yor strengths and back up with examples - these should be personalit traits. When you talk about weaknesses also tell them how you are working on them. Think about your natural career progression and speak about the role you see yourself in after 5 yrs... more responsibilities, managing people etc

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Question by Raj - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

MOst of the career switches in india are purely dude to compensation concerns . But why is it ever one lies about the reason for the job switch.??

Ans: Fact is you cannot state that you are moving for money. The interviewes will believe that you will join the next company offering you a little more

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Question by Seeker - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I have been in IT for 8 yrs. Is an MBA advisable at this stage?

Ans: Please consider some of the better B schools for real value addition

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Question by PALLA - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I HAVE DONE ARCHITECTURE. COULD PLEASE GUIDE ME SHOULD I CONTINUE WITH MY JOB OR SHOULD I START MY PRACTICE. I AM IN A FIX. I WILL BE OBLIGED IF YOU COULD PLEASE GUIDE ME IN THIS REGARD.

Ans: Please think about your individual style of working and your strenghts. Do you have the confidence, ability and understanding of the market to drive your own practice? If so go ahead.

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Question by Keziah - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi, I've finished my graduation in Commerce and have applied for the post of accountant in an organization. I have read up about the organization and also brushed up whatever I learnt in college. Is there anything else I need to keep in mind? Is there any particular dress code for interview for accountant? I'm nervous also, any idea to calm myself down?

Ans: Good preparation. Dress formally, nothing garish. take a few deep breaths before the interview. Think confident thoughts and walk-in. Good Luck!

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Question by mkmk - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

i m not having proper biodata,can u help

Ans: Please prepare one using the standardized templates available. there are a lot of free samples available on the internet. Else contact one of the professional resume writing services

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Question by Abhi - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

having done mba, is it advisable for me to start a small scale business right away (by taking loan from bank) or to first join a job?

Ans: Abhi, my personal advise would be to find a job, gather some experience and then set up shop on your own. But if you have a good idea of what you want to do immediately and are confident of making it a success go ahead.

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Question by red - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Sir even if i get amazing job how to tackle the office politics, can u tell dat too??

Ans: Dont get too involved just shrug off anything you hear and be focussed on your career.

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Question by jia - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I've been to three interviews now and all the employers seem to enjoy taking a trip of the candidates. They remind me of introductory sessions we had in college. It has put me off interviews. Any way in which i can overcome this fear?

Ans: Jia put your best foot forward. They are trying to put pressure on you to see how you react. Dont let it get to you.

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Question by Anand - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Dear Sir,I am working in the mechanical field since from 4 years in the Analysis field.I am not interested to continue in the same filed.Is it good to do the MBA & shift to management side

Ans: An MBA would be a good means to mke the shift.

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Question by hirdayesh - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

whats should be the right answer for the question(tell us something about you).

Ans: Start with your career and then move on to academics and strengths and weaknesses. Focus on your strong points

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Question by sam - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

What could be the reasons for explaining as to why i have changed jobs at short intervals of 1 year ??

Ans: Be genuine. Explain your personal compulsions.

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Question by nm - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I have had 15 interview calla over the past two months since I returned from Australia after completing my Masters' education but I could not get through in any one. I do not have much of an experience at 27, could that be a hindrance?

Ans: Be patient and continue to apply to good companies.

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Question by paras - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hello Sir, Can you please explain what kind of attire would be suitable... also some tips on body language

Ans: Please ensure you are in formal attire, light shirt, darker color of trousers. A tie... nothing too loud. Body language must display confidence. Make eye contact when you talk and enter with a firm handshake. Smile and be calm.

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Question by au - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

I am Non - Graduate In feild of IT with over 7+ Year experience what would be scope of growth w/o the degree and would doing a degree a fresh now be recomendable, would have experience count post graduation

Ans: A graduation would definitely help. Seriously consider it.

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Question by Anil - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hello sir...i want to ask. In an interview...what is more important from the interviewer's point of view ? Concepts clearty or practical Knowledge ?

Ans: Both are equally important.

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Question by Rohit - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

i have completed Mba in marketing. i also have past experience of sales and business development engineer, in auto industry. so which type of job, i really need to look for????

Ans: Rohit, consider the auto industry as you have prior experience.

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Question by Santhosh - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Hi Amit, Good afternoon. I have my biodata ready, but I am puzzled over by what to include in my cover letter. Since all my details are mentioned my resume, how do I write a cover letter which will not duplicate what I've written in the resume?

Ans: A cover letter will summarize the high points of the resume. only the highlights need to be covered.

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Question by imran - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Is it good to continue is same company for more than 5 years that to in IT

Ans: If your learning curve has not dropped and you are happy with the environment there is no need to change.

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Question by sachin - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

What should a fresher do if his performance has been inconsistent in class 12 because he selected the wrong subjects, but in his graduation and MBA (from a good B-school) he has performed well? Would the interviewer feel that the student has been inconsistent?

Ans: Not neccesarily. The same can be explained.

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Question by J - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

what one should do if interviewer ask some question with objectionable word

Ans: Answer the question, ignore everything else. if it continues express your dissatisfaction at the language.

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Question by Sumit - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Dear sir, how should we prepare for internship interviews...

Ans: Read up about the company, understand the role you are being interviewed for and brush up your basics

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Question by guru - Jun 18, 2010Hindi

Sir how i can aply for companies situated in USA or abroad?i m fresher

Ans: There are consultants who specialize in this

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