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No. 133
I've been running into a lot of situations where the first contact is with some dude or dudette from India. In that case, they're looking for answers to a checklist and a resume. After that, they submit to a manager. If you want to get by that, you need to do some research so that you can say what the interviewer wants to hear.
At my workplace we operate on a three-pronged approach. First, resumes are run through a software package that selects candidates based on keywords found in the resume. Then, candidates are called in and roasted by the HR Manager who tries to rip them apart prior to meeting the head of the relevant department. This will be the hardest part because you're dealing with someone who is looking for reasons to fail you. Then you meet the department head. Have your research done so you know the right things to say. Back up with proof where ever possible.
In the end it comes down to three things: being able to read others, being able to say/do the most desired thing, and finally the backbone to be cool under pressure. Make eye contact. Say the right thing, but say it with confidence. Back up your statements whereever possible to reinforce positive feelings. Make people feel good about talking to you. Being able to read facial and body expressions is a big plus.
Also, at my place we run people through a test. We have them take a test hat measures their intellect and guesses their personality type. Easy to pass. Go for strong initiative while being able to work in a group and deferring to authority.
As a disclaimer, I am massively drunk (it's a Friday night at the time of this post). If nothing makes sense, throw out a few questions and I will reply as best as my alcohol-soaked brain will enable.
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