Approval: A series of sequential interviews, sometimes formal and sometimes informal (such as over lunch), conducted by team members, peers, or colleagues in departments with whom you, as the applicant, would interact. Getting to this stage assumes that the hiring manager liked you, and “passed you along” for the team’s approval. If everyone on the team gives you the “thumbs up,” you’ll have a very good chance of getting the offer.
Group: A more formal and structured interview conducted by a panel of 3 or more peers and the hiring manager (at the same time) to narrow the field of candidates. Sometimes, this involves behavioral interview methods, hands-on tasks, or an assignment to work on a real-time problem the group is facing. A conference call or videophone format may be used in long-distance situations.
Offer: Hiring manager or Human Resource person formally offers the job to the top candidate. Their focus is now to provide you, their top candidate, with information you need to make a decision and to enter into a win-win negotiation process. This will result in the best possible deal for both YOU and the company you just hired as your NEW EMPLOYER!
Conclusion
Remember: No matter which kind of interview you’re faced with, there is one and only one key to success: PREPARATION. By practicing the interview skills that are necessary for all these types of interviews, you’ll dramatically increase your chances of getting the offer!
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