During the interview phase, graduate employees will get a more in-depth look at the position and organization. During interviews, employers expect graduate employees to be commercially aware, meaning they have an understanding of the organization and the market. Commercial awareness can be developed through practical experience in business; extracurricular activities, work experiences and internships. Graduate employees can also subscribe to trade newspapers and magazines to refresh their business awareness. Employers value graduate employees who can demonstrate their communication skills, teamwork skills and problem-solving skills during the interview stage. Communication skills are essential during interviews as employers look for employees who can express themselves concisely. Communication skills include the ability to ask leading questions, active listening, and confidence in answering questions. Teamwork skills employers look for include the ability to encourage other team members to achieve tasks and goals, work cohesively in a team, make decisions and solve problems. Problem solving ability is one of the key skills sought by employers, and this skill includes the ability to overcome challenges by thinking creatively and critically. The IDEAL model shows the steps to solve a problem and can
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