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Hiring up by 14 per cent for top level, manufacturing and IT driving demand

Demand for professionals with over 20 years experience reported an average increase of 3 % in the past year, showed TimesJobs RecruiteX.

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Hiring up by 14 per cent for top level, manufacturing and IT driving demand
By: Neha Singh Verma, TimesJobs.com Bureau

It was long ago (read two years back), when changing or getting a job for a professional with 20+ years experience was nothing less than a nightmare. Hiring was on freeze in the big league such as CEOs, CTOs, CFOs and directors. Much has changed between Jan 2014 and Jan 2015.

The good news is that India Inc is all geared to beef up talent at the top level. Demand for professionals with over 20 years experience reported an average increase of 3 per cent in the past year, showed TimesJobs RecruiteX (January 2015). The Year-on-Year basis shows that growth is highest among all other experience segments including freshers and middle level.

In January 2015, demand for professionals with 20 years experience recorded a 14 per cent growth over December 2014. In the last two quarters of 2014, demand for professionals with 20+ years experience reported an average monthly growth of 2 per cent. The TimesJobs data shows BPO/ITeS, retail, IT/telecom, petrochemicals/oil and gas and BFSI registered the highest growth in demand for professionals with 20+ years experience.

Industry experts have different opinions about the reasons of growth. Some call it a boom due to the hiring spree by e-commerce and startups and for some, it is the result of the positivity spread by the new government, upbeat sentiments in consumer-driven sectors and a silver lining showcased by the 'Make in India' campaign.

According to TimesJobs.com data, industries such as Construction, Manufacturing, Engineering/Projects and IT-software are the largest contributors to the demand by share of jobs for this experience segment. At the top management level, demand for specialisation in production, sales/business development, operations and IT is highest.
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Corroborating the same, Kamal Karanth, MD, Kelly Services India & Malaysia said that in 2015, roles such as VP - quality system/corporate quality, operations director, head - talent acquisition, head - strategy, finance, supply chain and marketing will be most in demand at the senior level.

From the sector's perspective, Amit Vadera, senior general manager, Team Lease Services predicted that IT, Healthcare & Pharma, E-commerce, Manufacturing & Engineering and Retail will be the primary drivers in the hiring of senior professionals in 2015.

From this point, it seems to be a right time for the senior professionals to plan a job change.
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15 signs your job interview is going horribly
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Text: Jacquelyn Smith, ET Bureau

Most people think it's difficult - or even impossible - to determine how well they're performing during a job interview. But if you look closely, the hiring manager's body language and subtle cues will probably tell you exactly how they feel about you as a candidate.

If you detect any signs that the interview is going horribly, it's important to maintain your confidence and a positive attitude, no matter how discouraged you may be.

Here are 15 telltale signs the interview may not end with a job offer..
Text: Jacquelyn Smith, ET Bureau

Most people think it's difficult - or even impossible - to determine how well they're performing during a job interview. But if you look closely, the h..
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If you feel like saying, "Hey ... I'm over here!" as your interviewer seems to be looking everywhere but at you, that's not always a great sign. "Gauge what is going on and whether and how you can improve the situation," says Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert.

"Maybe you need to take up the energy level a notch, or perhaps you should find a way to connect with the interviewer on a more personal level."
If you feel like saying, "Hey ... I'm over here!" as your interviewer seems to be looking everywhere but at you, that's not always a great sign. "Gauge what is going on and whether and how you can im..
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If the interviewer is crossing their arms, leaning away from you, or looking at the door, it could mean they aren't impressed or interested.

"This is a good time for you to lean forward with enthusiasm as you speak; it's likely to get attention and exude confidence," says Taylor.
If the interviewer is crossing their arms, leaning away from you, or looking at the door, it could mean they aren't impressed or interested.

"This is a good time for you to lean forward with ..
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If the hiring manager is texting or checking email, surfing the web on his or her computer, or walking around the room as you speak, this is never a good thing.

"Try to make your presentation and dialog more engaging," says Taylor. Then ask yourself, "Would I really want to work for someone who is this distracted?"
If the hiring manager is texting or checking email, surfing the web on his or her computer, or walking around the room as you speak, this is never a good thing.

"Try to make your presentation..
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If the interview comes to an abrupt end, just minutes after entering the room, you probably aren't going to get the job. Of course there may be a special circumstance, like an emergency - but if the hiring manager wraps things up quickly and doesn't explain or apologize, that's not a great sign.

"You can't ask for more time, but you should thank the interviewer for his time and remain poised," says Taylor.
If the interview comes to an abrupt end, just minutes after entering the room, you probably aren't going to get the job. Of course there may be a special circumstance, like an emergency - but if the ..
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"Maybe this is just their personality - but if you noticed the hiring manager laughing and smiling prior to entering the interview room, and then they suddenly look like their cat just died, it could mean they're simply not excited by you as a candidate," Taylor explains.

"If you feel daring, try a few lighthearted comments. And if that doesn't work, consider whether this is just the tip of a very chilly iceberg. You might want to run for the hills while you can, anyway," she says.
"Maybe this is just their personality - but if you noticed the hiring manager laughing and smiling prior to entering the interview room, and then they suddenly look like their cat just died, it could..
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When you feel like you're playing a battle of the wits, as the hiring manager tries repeatedly to put you in the hot seat, this isn't great.

"Don't play the game and challenge back. Remain calm and determine if this is an aberration in the discussion - or the sign of a merciless tyrant," says Taylor.
When you feel like you're playing a battle of the wits, as the hiring manager tries repeatedly to put you in the hot seat, this isn't great.

"Don't play the game and challenge back. Remain ca..
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"Sometimes in a bad interview, it seems like it takes five minutes for the hiring manager to come up with the next question," she says. "This happens because hiring managers don't always know how to handle their lack of interest."

You don't have to be reactive, however. This is your opportunity to take the floor and ask questions.
"Sometimes in a bad interview, it seems like it takes five minutes for the hiring manager to come up with the next question," she says. "This happens because hiring managers don't always know how to ..
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If you feel like you're speaking to a wall, try a different tack, such as asking for their opinion on the topic: "How do you structure your team for those kinds of projects?"

Once you get the interviewer talking, they're more likely to perk up, Taylor says.
If you feel like you're speaking to a wall, try a different tack, such as asking for their opinion on the topic: "How do you structure your team for those kinds of projects?"

Once you get the..
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It's possible that a hectic day is at fault and your interviewer wants to be thoughtful about his questions, but if they seem somewhat clueless about your background, or detached, you can assume the interest level is dwindling.
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