Fully-formatted version and full archive available free at: > = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Jinfo Newsletter http://www.jinfo.com/ ISSN 1749-740X 16th December 2005 No.111 > = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = *** 2006 Advertising with FreePint *** Now is the time to book your advertising with FreePint for 2006 as there are a limited number of advertising accounts. We already have a number of confirmed bookings, so talk to us now about *your* requirements for advertising across the FreePint network . > = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = "Enterprise Search Guidebook" ISBN 1-904769-10-1 - September 2005 This report sets out the principles and practice of specifying and selecting intranet or enterprise search software. "Containing both search fundamentals and advanced topics, this report should be on hand for every team looking for a new search solution." > = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = At the Interview ---------------- The interview is one of the most important phases of the recruitment process. For the employer the interview provides an opportunity to meet candidates, pose questions, and make a more informed decision as to the person's suitability for the post. Likewise, the candidate has an opportunity to establish their compatibility with the post as well as a chance to 'sell themselves' to the potential employer. However, other forces sometimes cloud the interview, spoiling its potential as a recruitment platform. Insufficient preparation, nervousness, poor comportment, unsuitable attire, etc. give recruiters a bad impression and this can immediately swing the recruiter's attention into unfavourable mode. The candidate should view the interview as an opportunity to showcase their talents, and be careful not to jeopardise the opportunity by neglecting to pay attention to certain behavioural and presentation points. In preparing for an interview, the candidate should research the company or organisation and be aware of its mission and major programmes. Note especially any activities or resources related to the post for which you have applied. Carefully go through the job description and requirements and map your relevant experiences onto them. Anticipate possible questions about your suitability for the post and prepare answers. Think of examples of relevant activities in which you have been involved and be ready to describe them during the interview. Further tips for being prepared include preparing answers to questions that are often asked in interviews, for example, 'where do you see yourself in 5 years time', 'do you like working individually or as part of a team', etc. You should also have one or two intelligent questions prepared to ask the interviewers, for example: questions about organisation's programmes, staff development, future direction of the company, etc. If you want to ask about terms and conditions it is advisable to establish whether or not this is the correct forum for this by asking the panel if you should address these questions to them or to their Human Resources department. Being nervous at an interview is natural, and is not necessarily completely a bad thing. A certain amount of nervousness can serve to stimulate the adrenalin, keeping one alert and responsive during the process. However, it can also retard the interview performance. Techniques such as taking long steady breaths beforehand help to keep one calm, as does constantly taking stock of the situation and remembering the purpose of the interview, why one wants the post, etc. Arriving a little early (but not too early) allows you time to get settled, do some breathing exercises, and enter the interview in a calm state of mind. Remember it is an artificial situation and is uncomfortable for the interview panel as well as for you. Once you start the process you will usually begin to relax and focus on convincing the panel that you are the right person for the job. Good preparation will stand to you here, as will good comportment. Try to smile and behave in a confident manner, without coming across as pushy or giggly. Use your repertoire of experience to illustrate points but be concise and don't resort to anecdotes or jokes. If you have been asked to give a presentation, be sure to have checked in advance as to what technology is available to you to present your piece. Practice several times in front of a mirror before the day, this will prove very useful when you are presenting. It is important that you do not read every word of the presentation as this will bore the interviewers. Instead be familiar enough with the content to look up at least intermittently and deliver whilst looking at the panel members. Try to make your presentation interesting, and use, (but do not overuse), pictures, graphs, etc. to lighten the text. Also be sure to keep to the prescribed subject and time allowed. Dressing for an interview is very important because inappropriate clothing tells a lot about a person. Wearing jeans and trainers to an interview may be acceptable in some situations, for example: student jobs in universities, etc. However, this kind of clothing would constitute unsuitable attire for many interview settings. Do your homework and find out what kind of company it is before deciding what to wear. Make sure that what you wear is smart, comfortable, clean and pressed. Pay attention to personal hygiene also - dirty nails and untidy hair are a definite 'no no'! Finally, the interview provides you with an opportunity to convince the interview panel that you are the right person for the job. It is important to keep this in mind, remain positive and remember that the panel are not there to trick you, but instead are hoping that you will suit their requirements for the post. > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ruth Creamer has headed the Documentation and Information Unit at the UNESCO-International Bureau of Education in Geneva since May 2004. She has published several articles related to the library and information field. > = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Latest Job Listings =================== Here are the latest additions to FreePint Jobs in the last two weeks at http://www.jinfo.com/ To receive it by email or to modify your subscription, visit http://www.jinfo.com/subs/ or email support@jinfo.com Please forward this Jobs Update to anyone who may find it useful. > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Information Assistant (added 14th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4728 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: Manchester, United Kingdom LRC Assistant (added 14th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4727 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - East, United Kingdom Information Centre Assistant (added 14th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4726 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - North, United Kingdom LIS Researcher (added 14th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4725 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - City, United Kingdom Scientific Editor (added 14th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4724 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: Hertfordshire, United Kingdom SI Support Assistant (added 14th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4723 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: Manchester, United Kingdom Librarian (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4717 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: West Midlands, United Kingdom Generalist Researcher (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4716 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - City, United Kingdom Knowledge Officer (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4715 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom Information Co-ordinator (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4714 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: North East, United Kingdom Area Sales Manager (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4713 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London, United Kingdom Business Development Directors (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4712 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London, United Kingdom Researcher ( with interest in motor industry) (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4709 Recruiter: Glen Recruitment Location: London, United Kingdom Information Co-ordinator (added 12th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4708 Recruiter: CIMA Location: Pimlico, London, United Kingdom Client Services Dedicated Resource (added 9th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4707 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - City, United Kingdom Library Assistants (added 9th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4706 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - West, United Kingdom Librarian (added 9th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4705 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - West, United Kingdom Saturday Library Assistants (added 9th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4704 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London - West, United Kingdom Vendor Recruitment Consultant (added 9th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4703 Recruiter: Sue Hill Recruitment and Services Limited Location: London, United Kingdom Information Specialist (added 9th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4698 Recruiter: CIMA Location: Pimlico, London, United Kingdom Intranet Manager (added 9th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4697 Recruiter: Assistant Researcher (added 8th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4696 Recruiter: Glen Recruitment Location: London, United Kingdom Researcher with English, French & Spanish (added 8th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4695 Recruiter: Glen Recruitment Location: London, United Kingdom Legal Researcher / Librarian (9 months) (added 8th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4694 Recruiter: Glen Recruitment Location: London, United Kingdom Business Researcher (added 8th December 2005) URL: http://www.jinfo.com/go/j4693 Recruiter: Glen Recruitment Location: London, United Kingdom Legal Knowledge Management Asst. 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