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http://youtube.com/watch?v=XvuZY3DWtIY

This video clip was helpful because it listed twelve basic tips for interviewing.
1. Remember to dress for success. This is your chance to make a first impression.
2. Always keep good eye contact.
3. Ensure you have a firm handshake.
4. This is your only opportunity to sell yourself.
5. Listen to the interviewer. Understand the questions the interviewer is asking.
6. Be concise with your answers.
7. Beware of your body language. Sit up straight.
8. Prepare questions to ask the interviewer in advance.
9. Remember to smile during your interview.
10. It is extremely important to be on time or early for your interview.
11. Do some research about the company prior to your interview.
12. Know your resume and be able to discuss your qualifications.


http://youtube.com/watch?v=EUE3ltqWvwA

This video clip was so funny. Although the actors showed how not to act in an interview, they also discussed some good tips on how to interview.
Try to add a personal touch to your interview. This can be accomplished by discussing your resume using examples. Do not read your resume word for word.
It is important to be able to discuss times you worked in a team environment and provide specific examples.
Expect out of the ordinary questions from the interviewer. Sometimes interviewers will ask a brain teasers to see your response. Do not let these questions stress you. Do your best to provide an answer even though there may not be a correct answer.
Always end your interview on a high note. Continue smiling and showing your enthusiasm throughout the entire interview process.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=pyiXbrc22bQ

This video clip was about proper greeting etiquette.
It discussed the importance of a firm handshake. Your handshake should be web to web. It is important to introduce yourself using both your first and last name. Introducing yourself with only your first name or a nickname is unprofessional. The interviewer, should get up from behind their desk to come and shake hands with the interviewee.

Job Interview Questions

1. How long have you been working in IT Quality Assurance testing? How long have you been working in the Insurance Industry?

2. What types of projects have you worked on?

3. What was your role in these projects?

4. How do you handle defect tracking and retesting of those defects?

5. What types of testing have you performed? Can you provide an example of negative testing?

6. Describe a time you had to deal with a difficult customer or a time you had a conflict with a co worker. What was the situation and how did you resolve it?

7. Tell me about a project that you worked on that you enjoyed or was your favorite. Why was it your favorite project? How was it implemented into Production?

8. Why do you feel you would be a good fit for this position?

9. Tell me about some of the personal and/or professional goals you have set for yourself. How will you go about achieving them?

10. What is your learning style? What expectations do you have for training if you were offered this position?