1. Application Review Purpose: To shortlist candidates whose resumes, cover letters, or applications match the job requirements. Tips: Tailor your resume to the job description, highlighting relevant skills and achievements. 2. Initial Screening Format: Phone call, online questionnaire, or short video interview. Conducted by a recruiter or HR representative. Focus Areas: Basic qualifications. Salary expectations. Availability and interest in the role. Duration: 15–30 minutes. 3. Technical/Skills Assessment Format: Online tests, technical questions, coding challenges, or problem-solving tasks. Role-specific assessments to evaluate job-relevant skills. Duration: Varies depending on the job complexity (30 minutes to several hours). Examples: Coding tasks for software developers. Case studies for consultants. Writing samples for content roles. 4. First-Round Interview Format: Video call or in-person meeting with hiring managers. Focus Areas: In-depth discussions about qualifications and experiences. Behavioral questions (e.g., STAR method: Situation, Task, Action, Result). Overview of role-specific responsibilities. Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour. 5. Second-Round (or Panel) Interview Format: Meeting with a broader group of team members, stakeholders, or senior leaders. Focus Areas: Team collaboration. Deeper technical or situational problem-solving. Cultural fit and alignment with organizational values. Duration: 1–2 hours or more, potentially divided into multiple segments. 6. Final Interview Format: Typically with senior leadership, C-suite executives, or key stakeholders. Focus Areas: Long-term vision, leadership qualities (if applicable), and alignment with the organization’s mission. Negotiation of terms and conditions, if appropriate. Duration: 30 minutes to an hour.