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Updated 29 Apr 2022

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I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Why does shaping machine goes slow forward and fast backward.
Why is wire hot drawn and cold drawn.
The purpose of star delta converter attached to a hydraolic press.
The purpose of arranging tea meeting daily for all department heads.
Purpose of group meetings.

Round 2 - Case Study 

Why does a hydraulic press ram head break very often.
Why is the prduction always 75
Percent of actual machine actual capicity.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - We can produce more than rated capacity in many cases depending on our ability.
Analysis of the product to be done.

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About media and advertising
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Formal discussion nothing to say

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. 1. How do you increase your sales and meet targets
  • Ans. 

    To increase sales and meet targets, I focus on building strong relationships with customers, implementing effective sales strategies, and continuously improving my team's performance.

    • Build strong relationships with customers by understanding their needs and providing personalized solutions

    • Implement effective sales strategies such as offering discounts, creating promotional campaigns, and upselling

    • Continuously improve t...

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  • Q2. How do you divide your target among your team.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always be confident and nothing to loose attitude, Interviewer don't know About you as much you know so be confident and try not to lie

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I am open to discussing salary based on the responsibilities and expectations of the role.

    • I believe that salary should be determined based on the responsibilities and expectations of the role.

    • I am open to negotiation and would like to discuss the salary range for this position.

    • I would like to understand the compensation package and benefits offered before discussing specific salary expectations.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Ans. 

    My family background is diverse and has shaped my values and work ethic.

    • My parents come from different cultural backgrounds, which has exposed me to different perspectives and traditions.

    • My father is a successful entrepreneur and has instilled in me a strong work ethic and determination.

    • My mother is a teacher and has taught me the importance of education and continuous learning.

    • I have two siblings, and we have always s...

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  • Q3. Share details of your previous job.
  • Ans. 

    I worked as a Senior Sales Executive at XYZ Company.

    • Managed a team of 10 sales representatives

    • Achieved 20% increase in sales revenue within the first year

    • Developed and implemented effective sales strategies

    • Built and maintained strong relationships with key clients

    • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities

    • Provided regular sales reports to the management

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  • Q4. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

    • Looking for a role that offers more responsibility and leadership opportunities.

    • Interested in working with a larger team and managing a wider range of projects.

    • Seeking a company that aligns with my values and offers better career progression.

    • Want to broaden my skill set and learn new industry trends and practices.

    • Desire to work in a more coll

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  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    Experienced professional with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in management.

    • Over 5 years of experience in management roles

    • Successfully led teams to achieve targets and deliver results

    • Proficient in strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    • Ability to adapt to changing environments and handle multiple tasks

    • Example: As a Manager at XYZ Company, ...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be ready for technical questions.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About job profile
  • Q2. About yourself and family
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Detail about job profile and learning
  • Q2. Your achievements
  • Ans. 

    I have achieved consistent sales growth, implemented successful team training programs, and received multiple awards for outstanding performance.

    • Consistently achieved sales growth targets by 10% year over year

    • Implemented successful team training programs resulting in 20% increase in productivity

    • Received multiple awards for outstanding performance in customer service and leadership

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  • Q3. Salary expectation,joining time

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Understand your Cv to explain and work honestly to learn
Round 1 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Q3. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q4. Why should we hire you?
  • Q5. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q6. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for technical round also.

I was interviewed before Nov 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Trying to know about me

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: General Talk about
Tips: Nothing need to develop to face the interview in this company

Round: Behavioural Interview
Experience: Nothing great to share
Tips: No tips required

Round: FInal
Experience: Salary Negotiations

Round: FInal
Experience: meeting with the director

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jul 2017. There was 0 interview round.

Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: The Board of Directors of CWC headed by their MD took my interview at their Corporate Head Quarter at New Delhi. I was amongst the 4 probable candidates. We discussed about the various pros and cons of current day corporate management etc. That asked me about my contributions in the field of Procurement of raw materials and their logistic planning, which was my earlier field of operation. As I have been made head of HR/Administration etc. later, they also asked me about how do I handle the IR issues in a labour oriented Paper manufacturing company like ours and manoeuvre the Administration and how do I address the Statutory bodies like ministry of Labour, EPFO, State Administration etc.

I submitted honestly before the committee about my performance without any camouflage.


Skills: Communication, Decision Making Skills, Body Language, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills
Duration: <1 week

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. They have asked for the notice period details of previous co.
  • Q2. To be explained about myself and details of work done by me.
  • Q3. How many projects done by me and its nature i,e Voltage .
  • Ans. 

    I have successfully completed 10 projects, including voltage optimization, energy efficiency, and renewable energy integration.

    • Completed 10 projects in total

    • Projects include voltage optimization, energy efficiency, and renewable energy integration

    • Experience in managing projects with varying voltage requirements

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Due to having experiences for that post.

Round: Package Finalization
Experience: Finalize the CTC and issue offer letter.

I was interviewed before Jul 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell me something about your self!
  • Ans. 

    Experienced General Manager with a proven track record in leading teams and driving business growth.

    • 10+ years of experience in management roles

    • Successfully increased revenue by 20% in previous position

    • Strong leadership and communication skills

    • Expertise in strategic planning and execution

    • Proven ability to build and motivate high-performing teams

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Well I don't know exactly on what basis they shortlisted my Resume but yeah I think it was good enough for them and called me for the next round
Tips: Well, it should be relevant and cater the job position requirements

Round: HR Interview
Experience: I told my story of how I love eating and everything irrelevant, because all the irrelevant things were already there in my Resume

Skills: Communication, Confidence, Presentation Skills, Presence Of Mind
College Name: Symbiosis college of arts and commerce

Times Group Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Times Group General Manager interview?
Times Group interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Times Group interview process are Aptitude Test and Case Study.

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