SIA Cabin Crew: THE GOLDEN CALL.

First of all, Happy Independence Day, Indonesia :)

Hi again. I would like to give an update. :)
So, after suchhh a longgg waitingggg..... I got an email on June 30th!
What did I get? Em.. not really the "answer" that I'm waiting for..
But at least they said my work pass was on process.. probably takes 10 up to 14 days to be approved :)

After few weeks........ Aug 14th..
KRIIIIINGGG2..... *well, it's not exactly how my phone rings*
I got a call early in the morning, like at 9am! I haven't fully woke up yet, but when I saw the number....
IT STARTS WITH +65..... my eyes widened!! I quickly picked up the calls...
and YES. YES. It's from Singapore Airlines! :D
They told me my work pass has been approved by the MOM, and they asked whether I could depart to Singapore on September 30th... WOHOOO! they don't need to ask. The answer is of course, CAN! faster if possible! hahahaaa.. So, later they sent me the details..... and I was so damn happy.

They just made my day and I hope that day soon arrives! :D :D :D

Xox, J

SIA Cabin Crew: Possible Interview Questions

Now before I compile all possible questions for the interview, I wanna thank all bloggers who kindly share their experiences. I learnt a lot from them! Thanks!♥

One random question in introduction is vary greatly.. Though, i listed some most common questions here.. Practice answering it in less than a minute! Anyway, I heard they actually don't mind your answer. They just wanna know how you present your answer. Keep smiling, and answer it confidently. Good luck! ^^

1. What is service?
2. Why do you want to join SIA and not other Airlines?
3. What do you think flight attendant is?
4. If you have to be a celebrity for a day, who do you want to be and why?
5. What do you usually have for lunch and why?
6. Which places of interest in Singapore would you bring a tourist to and why?
7. What is your favorite movie?
8. What is your favorite food and state why?
9. What is your favorite fruit and why?
10. What fruit suits your personality?
11. Include one new destination to SIA's network and give us your reasons for including that destination.
12. If you were stuck on a deserted island, who would you want to be stuck on there with?
13. What is your favorite color and why?What food will you introduce to your friend and why?

Go ahead, if you passed this stage, they will bring you to 1 to 1 and Final interview. Congrats! :D

Here, they wanna know you are serious in this business, so they will try their best to make you give up. But, don't worry too much. This is actually more like a conversation if you can enjoy it. Answer it like talking to an older friend. Keep smiling.. :) You can practice a bit using this questions below. It's quite many huh? That's all I found.. hahahaa.. Nonetheless, it really helps! *especially if you're not confident with your English.. like me :P

1. Tell us more about yourself.
2. Tell us about your current or your previous job?.
3. Why do you quit your job?
4. Why do you choose to be a cabin crew?
5. What do you know about cabin crew job?
6. Why do you think service is important?
7. Tell us about your family.
8. What do you think of SIA inflight service?
9. If you are selected, how well or how do you think you can contribute to SIA as a cabin crew?
10. How long do you want to stay as cabin crew?
11. How well prepared are you for this interview? (if you say yes, they will ask you about your findings)
12. What is so remarkable about SIA?
13. What do you do in your spare time? Tell us your hobbies.
14. How do you feel about being away most of the time? Is it okay to stay abroad?
15. How determine are you in wanting to be an SIA stewardess?
16. What are the disadvantages of being a flight attendant?
17. Why do you think teamwork is important?
18. Why do you think good grooming is important for a cabin crew?
19. Why must a cabin crew smiles a lot?
20. What types of people would SIA want as cabin crew?
21. What are the characteristics you think an SIA girl/ cabin crew should posses
22. What are your short-term and long-term goals?
23. Tell us about any one achievement of yours.
24. What would be the greatest obstacle if you get the job?
25. How do you handle passengers?
26. What is your strength and weakness?
27. What is the difference between good customer service, and exceptional customer service?
28. What is your favorite past time?
29. What is your favorite subject?
30. Describe your working style.
31. What is your communication style?
32. How would you deal with angry passenger?
33. What qualities do you like in your friends or co-workers and why?
34. What do you notice first when you see a flight attendant?
35. Are you a day or night person? or can you work nights, weekends and holidays?
36. Describe in 3 words what type of person you are.
37. What do your friends think of you?
38. What would you do if someone disagrees with you?
39. What would you do if you receive bad service?
40. How quick are you able to leave your present job if SIA wants to employ you?
41. Name 3 things a passenger expects from a cabin crew.
42. What types of passenger do you like to serve?
43. How do you anticipate a passenger’s needs?
44. What did you do on the day before this interview?
45. What would be the first thing you would do if you have been successful at today’s interview?
46. What types of articles in the newspaper that are of interest to you?
47. What did you do on the day before this interview?
48. What sorts of books do you read?
49. What is an offline station? Online station?
50. What was the happiest event you had in the last 12 months?
51. What were your saddest moments?               
52. What type of work do you like best?
53. Why should we hire you?
54. How do you handle stressful situations?
55. How do you motivate yourself?
56. If you don’t get the job, what else would you do?
57. If you were to do a task with someone would you chose a strong person or weaker?
58. Why should we take you over other candidates?
59. How would you handle disagreements between passengers?
60. How do you feel about the dress code and professional standards?

If you wanna know my answer, just drop a comment below :)

Xox, J

SIA Cabin Crew: Little tips to nail the interview

Good news! SIA is recruiting again! Give a try, girls! :)

So, as I'm still waiting for the "Golden Call" that I don't know when it will come, I'm going to put everything I know about Singapore Airlines.. Hope it helps anyone who is attending the interview :)

1. CREATE A GOOD CV
The content of CV is important. Try to relate it with this job. For example, you love working in the service business, have a good communication skills, etc.. Nonetheless, make your CV easy to read and looks professional.

2. FORMAL WEAR IS RECOMMENDED
When you go to the interview, wear something formal and look pleasantly. Try to avoid using jeans. As for me, I'm trying to look simple yet classy, like office wear. Me? I wore red blouse and black slack and heels.

3. HAIR-DO
When you get this job, there are only two options available for your hair. Up do your hair, make a bun OR they will ask you to get short hair cut. So, it's best to up do your hair when you go to the interview. It will make you look neat and more presentable :)

4. MAINTAIN YOUR SKIN
Okay, this is important. You don't want to have pimples around your face, right?? hahahaa.. So, try your best to protect your face. When you go outdoor,  use sunblock. Eat less nuts, oily food. Eat more fruits and vegetables! Then your face will be shininggg on the stage! hahahaa.. Oh yah, also watch your back. Get rid your back acne if you have some. They check it later on the final....

5. MAKE UP
I think we all know that Singapore Airlines has its own make-up style. Bright blue eyeshadow (or brown, plum) is recommended. Just use the one that suits you best! Plus, red lipstick to make you look fresh. Their preferred brand is Lancome, but don't worry.. they won't know what brand you are using.. hahahaa..

6. NAIL
Hemm.. this is the additional one. It's not a must, but it will be good if you stick red color to your nails! This is just a way to be looked more like a 'Singapore Girl'.. :P

To conclude, just present yourself as a person that brings Asian warmth and hospitality..... :D

Xox, J

SIA Cabin Crew: Happy Final Interview

FINALLY MAY!!!

Oh well, you have no idea how I’m waiting for this month.. I finally got the date for the final interview and it was on May 18th, 2013!! still so long huh... A day is really like a year when you wait for something… :'( Anyway, there are 36 people passed through the previous stages. I was scheduled to have interview at 11am and it was is in Ritz-Carlton Kuningan..

Sooo„ before this final day, I prepared myself again. I went to the salon, updo may hair, mani pedi my nails with the shining red color, waxing, and so on….. I tried my best to look like a real SIA cabin crew because I really want to get in!!! x)

I got there at 10am, but it turned out that my interview was at 12am. I was the last person before all interviewers went to lunch! Hmf… I really hoped they are not bored yet since they already interviewed half of all…. :/

1. Kebaya and Skin check
This is the first step. I wore the SIA kebaya and it was gorgeousss! I love ittt! hahahaa.. Then, a woman named Mrs. Clara checked my skin under a very bright light... she asked me to turn left and right, checking any single spot in my face, looking for any pimples.. then my arms, my feet.. if there is any scars or tattoos, or anything… hmff… then she measured my height and weight again... My weight is 0.3 kg less than before and I really scared I will be kicked out because of that..

2. Walking with the Kebaya
After done with the skin check, I walked with the kebaya. She stopped me. She asked whether I’m used to bring heavy back on my right side shoulder.. AM I? I have no idea.. omg.. She asked me to walk again with more relax.. and I saw her sighing.. oh gosh.. I thought she will reject me because of that.. :'(

3. Final Interview
They don't give us the result first until this last final interview. I was moved to a room with 2 interviewers inside. They are Singaporean men, both from the SIA management. So, the first thing they asked to me was.. "What do you do now for living?" Boo! I said I’m unemployed right now. I quit my job on December because I want to continue my study, but then the SIA things popped up in my mind, so blablablaa... Now I just help my mom to take care of my lil brother, teach him, and blablabla... I think my answer was not relevant enough huhh.... I'm just too nervous!! T.T Argg.. I even forgot most of the questions and my answers. They also asked me about my family, and is it okay to stay in Singapore.. of course! I like Singapore! It is clean, orderly, and it’s a place worth living.. I’ve been to Singapore like many times.. LOL.. (not that much actually.. hahahaa.. It just come out from my mouth).. hahahaa.. at the end, they asked me to read a passage.. I just read it. At first I read it too fast, but then I managed to slowly read it :) Last, they asked if there is any question I want to ask.. I asked them for the result.. hahahaa.. but they don’t allow it.. :P well, at the end.. the interview is over!! Fuuh... I quickly went to the toilet.. and and and and and when I come out, the guy who always announces the result come out from the door, meet me, and said…. CONGRATULATIONS! wooooooooo!! I almost can’t believe it that I asked him several timesss!! It’s really amazing! Thank You God! Praise You Lord! I won't forget that moment! I was asked to come again around 1pm because they wanna take a break now and I need to fill the employment letter and there is a little briefing before going home…Woohoo.. no problem.. I could even stay all day there! hahahaa.. I am just soooo happyyy, TOO HAPPY!! One step closer to my dreamm. I keep smiling all dayyy! x)


-MEDICAL CHECK UP-
Okay, enough with daydreaming.. :P
So, after all the terrifying stages, we still have go through medical check-up (med-ex)..

The first med-ex is in Jakarta, around Kuningan. I did it on May 22nd, 2013.. Hmhh... I was quite afraid as it was my first time. I never did med-ex in my whole life! I really hope I'm healthy enough to fly abroad *fingerscrossed

What they checked? eyes, blood test, urine, x-ray to see my lung condition, and then a common medical check up by the doctor. Even my eyes are considered normal, they still asked me to go to the eyes center. It turned out that I got minus on my eyes; left -0.25 and right -0.50.. -_-"

After the check up??

WAITING. YES. WAITING. Seriously, to get this job, all you can do is waiting and waiting, up to 4 months. There is no certainty until you get the training date. For now, I’m waiting for the call… to have another medical check up in Singapore… I think I have passed the med-ex in Jakarta as it's been more than a month.. Fiuhhh.. it's really not a short way to get in the flight.. wish me luckk! ;)

At last, I just wanna said that I feel so blessed and grateful that I could be one of the twelve people there! Thank You God! =)

To all of you who are intending to attend SIA interview, GO AHEAD! Be yourself, do your best, and let you shine like a diamond! :P I was told that to be chosen, it's more than just a good look, so just give it a shot! I myself even never imagine I can pass this interview... Best luck to you all!

Xox, J

SIA Cabin Crew: The Interview Process

Many have asked me about the process I've been through  with SIA. So, I'm gonna share about it and i hope it helps all of you who dreams about this job! :)

IT ALL STARTS FROM A SIMPLE "JUST GIVE IT A TRY"

 

1. IS THIS WHAT YOU REALLY WANT??
For about a month, I've looked over JobsDB, Jobstreet, etc to find a job that I really like. But well, I found nothing. I think I just don't wanna spend my whole teenage life in an office, from 9 to 5 everyday and still suffering because of the income... :( So, suddenly the SIA things popped up in my mind. HA! a bit crazy... I'm not that pretty, and they only choose like dozens over thousands people every year. I give a call to my friend that worked with SIA before, and I have to be honest that I'm so not confident when listening to her stories. But, I keep thinking about it, and my mind reminds me not to give up. Why don't give it a try?? I love both people and travel. It is very well-paid and yes, it is based in Singapore. I'm tired already with all the traffic things that make me unproductive here, in Jakarta. Please, no judging. It's not that I'm not grateful for what I have now. I just try to figure out a better way to life. :P

2. PUT SOME EFFORT! MONEY WON'T COME BY ITSELF.
We all know about it. Everything has its price and nowadays the price is less cheaper because you have GOOGLE! you can just type and search all the information you want to know.. for FREE! :P I've read many blogs about SIA interview and it really helps me lot! So, that's what I'm going to do now.... share my experience! Enjoy! :)

3. PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT.
Good fortune often happens when opportunity meets with preparation. It's true. When I decide to apply for this job, the first thing I do is finding out about the interview process and the possible interview questions. Find as much as possible. Practice often in front of the mirror and keep smiling! You don't want to look stiff, so answer it with a simple, straight forward answers; presented in a way as natural as possible. Then, on that important day, come early. It's always good to be early. Everything's still fresh and you can calm down a little bit before passing through all stages. Just fyi, I woke up at 3am and arrived at JDC at 6am on that day. I am the very first person... I got no.002! hahahaa.. I'm sure they will appreciate you more if you come very early to get the interview :))
PS: Try to get along with others! It will help you to be more relax and enjoy the process... as we all will go through the same things! I'm so grateful that I met many many very nice friends there.. we share together and encourage each other from the very first round until the final! =)

4. STAGE 1- Educational Background& Working Experience
You have to get diploma/ bachelor degree to passed this stage. Having some working experience is also an advantage for you. It shows that you are experienced enough to work in the service business. I have no worries for this stage..

5. STAGE 2- Height/ Weight Check
Nah! This is where I am so panic! hahahaa.. To be honest, I don't think my height is good enough for this job. I've measured it before at home (with a ruler :P) and it's just 157 cm. So, when I went through this stage, I really prayed a lot and just surrenderrrr... First, I thought they would give us like a red tape mark on the wall and ask us to reach it with our arms (i’ve practiced it at home).. but, they don’t! They really measured it! I put off my heels, stand next to the wall to measure my height, weigh myself.... and then I PASSED!! OH GOD! Thank You so much! I keep praying at that timeee!! It's like a miracle!! You can't imagine how happy I am at that time! hahahaa.. Later I know I'm 158cm (JUST RIGHT!!) and 48.6kg... My BMI is 19.47.. Normal weight! :D As you can't be underweight or overweight to pass this stage.. check your BMI here! http://www.thecalculatorsite.com/health/bmicalculator.php

6. STAGE 3- Mass Introduction w/ One Random Question
All stages is important! But this one will decide you get in or not to the next stage, and many get kicked out here. So, you really have to do your homework here. Practice your intro! You will be moved in a group of 10 to a room where 2 interviewers are waiting for you. They will ask you to introduce yourself and answer one random question in 1 (one) minute. Don't blabbering. Keep smiling and make eyes contact to show your confidence. Try to introduce yourself in 45 seconds, and give 15 seconds left to answer that one random question. The introduction should be simple and to the point. Don't be cocky by saying that you will be a great asset for the company or they should hire you because of blablablaa.. They don't need that. They are not looking for a marketing. Instead, they look for a person who can serve any kind of passengers. Just try to be a nice, friendly person with a humble attitude.
As for myself, "Hi. Good morning, I'm XXX. I'm turning 23 this year.  I graduated 2 years ago, and previously I worked as XXX. I was responsible to XXX. Then in my spare time, I like to XXX. Well then today I'm here because XXX. I think being a cabin crew is the best job that I could dream of and to join SIA is kind of privilege for me. So, I hope I can be one of your Singapore Girls. Thank You."
Anyway, I don't suggest you copy my intro because if the others do the same too, trust me, it won't be good for the interview. It's just an example. Find out more about the cabin crew jobs and try to relate it with your intro. Don't forget to keep smiling and listening to others.. If you make mistakes, don't worry. I did. Even I've practiced my intro like dozens of times! I'm just too nervous!! hahahaa.. just quickly said sorry and continued the intro.. :)
Next, for one random question, they asked me 'What is service?'
Hemm.. I don’t really remember my answer.. I said service is what makes us different, what makes people come back. It’s about loyalty and how to make customer happy, and so on… seriously I’m blank.. just pray and try your best here.. :)
After that, I was told to wait like 10 minutes.. and TARAAA.. a man come and bring me a happy news! I am passed! THANK GOD again! So happy!! hahahaa.. well, I just happy every time I passed a stage… it’s an amazing feeling! x) Thank God again that 6 of 10 from my round get into the next stage! You know what… It’s seriously like another miracle because later I heard that only like 1 or 2 get passed from 10 people.. Praise God!

7. STAGE 4- English Written Test
I was then asked to do an English test. There are 3 sections. First, fill in questions which involve a basic grammar. Then, reading with 3 multiple choice questions. Last, writing a short story around 70- 100 words about Indonesia. Hemm.. I think the test is not something you should worry.. It’s not that hard :) For the essay, I wrote about Jakarta with its food, Bali with its beach, scenery, and so on… hahahaa.. I do hate writing actually, but I enjoy this time :) After this test, I have to wait like 10 mins for a nice woman to check our paper test. Then again.... TARAAA... I am passed with the other 5 people! We have to come back again tomorrow at 8.30am for another stage... We all go home with a super wide smile! :D :D :D

(next day)

8. STAGE 5- 1 To 1 Interview
I came very early today and I'm the first person to be interviewed. Dagdigdugg... that's all I can tell you! My interviewer is a man, Singaporean with a very serious face. Hemm.. So, he asked me to stand up, read a passage. It’s about a man complaints about the lavatory since it was full and dirty.. What I have to do? I said I will say sorry for the inconvenience.. but he said, it’s not my fault.. we argued a little bit.. I said that people like it when we say sorry, blablabla, and I suggest some weird inputs.. I said I will tell the supervisor to get more lavatories in the plane.. loll.. WHO AM I??? hahahhaaaa.. It’s really stupid huh.. but well, the rice has become porridge.. so I just continued and at the end, he said I didn’t solve the problem.. T.T
Next, he asked me lots questions, seriously A LOT. First, 'Tell me more about yourself!" At that time, I'm started blank.. I repeated my words in intro... fuhh.. :( thank God, he continued his questions... "Tell me about your family!" Yay! I said I have a great family. I have 5 members including me. My dad is a lawyer and my mom is a housewife. I'm living in a Chinese family that is pretty strict about the manners, blablablaa.. When he heard my dad's job, he was quite shocked and asked whether my parents know I’m applying here. I said no, but I’ve already asked the permission and they support it because they know it is what I really want to do. I just want to make it as a surprise if I get through.. *to be honest, I don’t have too much confidence..that’s why I don’t tell them :P Anyway, he continued the question.. Why I want to be a cabin crew? Do you have maid? Do you know what does a maid do? Yes, yes, doing anything that we don’t like to do! hahahaa.. It’s true.. but I tried to convince him that I'm okay with that. I do love this job. I love people, I love traveling, I love service, and I'm used to do housing stuff at home; ironing, washing clothes, plates, etc. My mom always taught me that a good woman should be able to do that kind of stuffs :) Next, he asked when I wanna get married, and until when I want to get this job? I said I don’t want to marry too soon because I have one little brother and it’s not easy to raise a child. I plan to be in SIA for 2,3, or 5 years, and then maybe I could move to ground positions.. Then, he rejected it.. He said, No, you cannot. Hemmm.. I’m speechless.. Everytime I speak, he refused me. So, I said.. okay, as long as possible.. hahahaa.. well then, there are still more, more, and more questions.. I forgot all.. but I remembered it was a nice conversation even he kept trying to break my spirit and make me give up. I’m so nervous, yet I laughed most of the time at this interview. How come I not laugh when he kept trying to convince me that this job is not that good?? Lol. Finished with this, I got to wait. I think this interview lasted about 15 or 20 mins because it's quite long... After waiting, a man called my name, and said.. CONGRATULATION.. please come again for the final interview on May.. We will tell you the detail soon.. WOHOOO.. how happy!!!!!! but, it’s on May! I’ve waited to wait like a month for the certainty… but it's okay. I’m still thanking GODDD…. muahmuahmuaahh.. It's like a dream!! x)

Xox, J