Job interview but need pointers/advice

[DC_FC]

OK basiclaly i have an interview for an Applications Co Ordinator but i fear the way i answer the question " Why do you want to work here" will prove to be my downfall. I didnt answer it all that well at the last interview where i was stumped for answers so whats the best way to answer it.

i have listed the following if it helps:

Qualifications and expertise:
• Good PC literacy with knowledge of MS Excel and Word I am good at using a PC and am able to use word and excel
• Knowledge of Sage Line 500, Syteline and Sage CRM, i know what sage is ut dont use it but i can research what they are
• Good communication skills use this in current job alot and past jobs

Person specification:
The successful applicant will be organised, accurate and efficient in their approach to work, capable of working on their own initiative when necessary. The ability to communicate well, and with people both internal and external of the business, is essential. This customer focussed role demands a proactive, self-motivated and flexible approach in a challenging environment.


the above is basically what i have done in current and previous jobs

Thankyou for any advice/pointers

[bednobs]

well why DO you want to work there?

[DTCwordfan]

What is it you think that they offer/are attractive to you.

And vica versa........what do they see in you

How can you add value to their business......

Focus on the positives in this thinking.....

[boxtops]

what do you know about the company which makes it attractive to you? - why there and not somewhere else?
Something about opportunities for development and training usually goes down well, and bringing your existing skills to the job for the benefit of a new employer (but still realising that you can always learn more)

[4getmenot]

I went for 8 interviews this year and before each one I'd practice what I was going to say and ask for advice on here. At the last one I thought 'stuff it' I'm not going to practice my answers and try and remember them all and I will just answer them as they fire them at me. And I felt more relazed and got the job. I guess if you dont know the answers yourself then you shouldnt get the job x

[DC_FC]

4get me not, its not that i dont know the answers its more to do with not practising what answers i gave at the last interview plus i do want this job as it would involve training, being shown how to do stuff whereas where i currently am i havent had no training and was just left to fend for oneself

Would something like this do

I would like to work for you because I have experience of using computers, microsft excel and word, i have used computers for number of years but more predominately whilst at college to complete assignments. Some of these assignments needed excel to complete them for example i used excel to create tables and charts of data, format various cells to display certain data eg currency. Word was used to display a piece of text in a certain format but with a picture in the centre. I also am interested in learning new things via training so i can work by oneself to carry out the tasks.

[bednobs]

sorry but that's not an answer to why do you want to work here

[DTCwordfan]

Bednobs - "Harsh but Fair"

DC really needs to address this

[4getmenot]

then if you know the answer just let it come to you in interview, training isnt always great and you can prove that you can work well on own and use your own initiative

[boxtops]

DC - what you suggest doesn't actually tell the interviewer why you want to work for them, it tells them the skills you have - more like a list than a reason. Your reasons for wanting to work for them need to show them that you know something about their company and it's attractive to you. Words like, "I have IT skills but I know that I could do more with them, and would really like the opportunity to learn more in a new environment" - I know it's a technical job, but they need to know you want to go to them! It's good also to say something like if you went there, you know you don't use Sage but you'd look forward to learning how to use the packages. you need to show enthusiasm for working for them rather than anyone else at the moment. I do hope this helps.

[bednobs]

the trouble is .... i don't know why you want to work there so can't really give any pointers.
if you think about the question they are asking why do you want to work HERE? (as opposed to fred bloggs down the road)

[Eve]

An honest answer can be better than once which sounds premeditated and what the interviewer wants to hear. The more you get in your head what you want to say, the less you might listen to what they actually ask and react appropriately.

What made you answer the job advert? Do you know anything about the company? Have you looked them up on the internet to find out what they do, how they work and other important information to show interest in the company and be able to personalise your answers to the company and to you?

How does it differ to your current job and what is positive and attractive about that eg the potential for further training and to develop yourself into a role which requires more skill and responsibility so that you can use what you have learnt to date and progress yourself and your career.

[marval]

This might give you some ideas.

http://www.cvtips.com...ant-to-work-here.html

[hibeeslass]

Hi I am an admin manager i have recently done recruitment and selection courses and basically as you know most decent companies have core competency based questions ie customer service, working effectively with other people, communicating effectively, Ownership and responsibility etc the questions they ask will be based on their own competencies, for example they are asking why you would want to work there, you can say that because of your previous experience you can transfer your skills over and are keen to build/develop existing skills, or they may say why is teamwork important? or name a time when etc etc as long as you can answer the question they will be happy, The fact they are interviewing you is good as you obviously meet the criteria and job spec.
Hope this helps good luck...

[jaydah]

maybe something like...

" I would be able to expand my knowledge of Ms Applications in a professional environment. Interaction with customers and successfully dealing with enquiries would be very satisfying. I look forward to the opportunity of working for your company"...

Good luck.

[woofgang]

when i was interviewing, the excellent work skills were a given, everybody who got an interview had them. I wanted to see what the person was like...would they fit into the existing team? Did i feel that I could trust them? were they motivated and committed to doing the best job they could? You have to be willing to show and sell yourself.

are you looking for a more interesting job? a bigger challenge? more responsibility? WHAT?

[Craftypig]

Done any research into the company you have the interview with?

[Count-A-Strong]

You've answered your own questio when you wrote:
i do want this job as it would involve training, being shown how to do stuff whereas where i currently am i havent had no training and was just left to fend for oneself

You need tomsay the above in a more professional way but basically, if the enthusiasm of your answer came across in a business like manner then it would do you credit.