interview techniques

[ˈɪntərvjuː ˈtɛkniks]
nounpl: interview techniques
técnicas de entrevista
1. Strategic methods and approaches used to conduct effective interviews, including question formulation, active listening, and rapport-building
The hiring manager studied various interview techniques to improve candidate assessment.
O gerente de contratação estudou várias técnicas de entrevista para melhorar a avaliação de candidatos.
2. Professional practices used in journalism, research, or investigations to gather information through structured questioning
Good interview techniques require active listening and follow-up questions.
Boas técnicas de entrevista exigem escuta ativa e perguntas de acompanhamento.
3. Methods employed to establish trust and encourage honest responses from interviewees
Modern interview techniques emphasize behavioral and competency-based questioning.
As técnicas de entrevista modernas enfatizam perguntas comportamentais e baseadas em competências.
In Brazil, interview techniques in corporate settings have become increasingly sophisticated, reflecting the competitive job market in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The term is widely used in HR training programs and business schools. In the USA, interview techniques are highly systematized, with emphasis on behavioral interviews (STAR method) and competency assessment, reflecting a more structured approach to talent acquisition.
NYC Slang
interview game / getting your interview down
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interview methodsinterviewing skillsquestioning strategiesinterview approaches
Antonyms / Antônimos
casual conversationunstructured dialogue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
técnicas de entrevista
Standard term used in HR and journalism contexts
Rio de Janeiro
técnicas de entrevista
No significant regional variation
São Paulo
técnicas de entrevista
Commonly used in corporate and business environments
Portugal
técnicas de entrevista
Same terminology; occasionally uses 'métodos de entrevista'

Related Words

behavioral interviewcompetency-based interviewactive listeningrapport buildingfollow-up questionscandidate assessment

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the ice
read between the lines
get the ball rolling
make a good impression
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