Interview Performance Rating
Different companies and work requirements will determine how an interview is evaluated. Below is an example of a rating scheme which is used in CAIO’s mock interviews. It will give you a general picture of what interviewers are paying attention to in interviews.
Rating Key
- points – Excellent (would not be a problem in a job interview)
- points – Good (stand a good chance to get the job)
- points – Average (able to meet the basic requirements)
- points – Fair (rooms for improvement)
- point – Poor (needs intervention; could be a problem in a job interview)
- points – Very Poor (needs much improvement; will be a serious problem unless addressed)
First Impression/Grooming/Manners
- Gives feeling of confidence and energy when first meeting the interviewer
- Greets with a firm handshake, eye contact
- Has completed resume
- Is groomed well, is neatly and appropriately dressed
Non-verbal Behavioural/Body Language
- Sits squarely in chair, has good posture
- Maintains open position (arms not crossed and so on)
- Maintains good eye contact throughout the interview
- Appears relatively relaxed, avoids fidgeting, maintains poise
Content of Job Interview
- Communicates effectively (clarity, focus, fluency, articulation)
- Expresses work values, explaining why job is wanted
- Matches knowledge/skills/experience with the job
- Relates past achievements to skills needed for the job
- Demonstrates interest in and enthusiasm for the job
- Answers interviewer’s questions with confidence
- Discusses issues by using professional knowledge
- Neutralises weaknesses or turns them into positives
- Avoids flat “yes” or “no” answers to questions
- Demonstrates maturity and personality that will suit the job/corporation
Closing the Interview
- Asks when interviewer will contact her about the hiring decision
- Thanks interviewer by name for the interview, asks for card and shakes hands again