Strategies for Interview Success
A major and daunting aspects of job hunting is the daunting interview process. The fear of an interview is a natural consequence of seeking recognition and acceptance from other people particularly from prospective employers. While expressing themselves in a positive manner may be a natural thing for some however, many are nervous about being asked questions about their work or prior successes. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort that comes with being asked to answer personal questions interviews have turned out to be one of the biggest and most intimidating parts of the hiring process.
This doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are an important way for the applicant to prove their capabilities as well as their accomplishments and capabilities. You have already been through the first step with your resume passing it through ATS scanners and you being considered for an interview. This chance to present and elaborate on your profile, work history as well as key abilities and expertise is the proverbial way to get noticed: if you convince the interviewer that you’re qualified, it boosts your chances of passing through to the next step in the final selection process.
It is a good idea to prepare for interviews in case you’re experiencing doubts about speaking about your achievements. It is important to practice and, fortunately, interview questions can be rehearsed prior to the time. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some tips that you can follow to boost your chances of getting through that interview and impressing your future employers.
Get comfortable around tricky questions.
Interviewers are able to ask tough questions in part, to gather information as well as in order to help you get out of potentially contentious questions and worries. For instance, consider the question "Why do you want to leave your current role?"
The answer to this question may be because of management concerns, or issues with work-life balance, etc. Whatever the reason but the way the way you frame your answer will demonstrate your ability to be a fair and objective observer. Respond honestly and explain your responses with the greatest objectivity is possible. This means that you should eliminate any emotional responses , such as answers based on emotions or feelings and are not supported by facts.
Other questions to prepare for are "What motivated you to apply for this role?", "Why should be hiring the person we chose to hire?", or trick questions like "Why should be able to not employ you?" The key is to not lose composure and organize your thoughts in a systematic manner.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Lead with your point and follow with a brief reason or summary as to why you responded a certain manner. Add instances or elaborate. After you have explained thoroughly, go back to the point you made earlier.
If you’re asked to write about your involvement in a project or task and you are required to describe your involvement, you could apply to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is typically used to respond to criteria for selection. If you are using STAR, you must state a scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken as well as the results.
All it is in the body language
Being natural in a stressful environment can be a daunting task but it is possible to try to practice professional communication. You can sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted person to inquire about your concerns and take note of your actions. Are you shifting or fidgeting around in a tense manner? Do you look uneasy, aggressive, or closed off in your body or speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions in line with the point you are trying to convey? Do you show sincerity, authenticity, and genuine interest?
Be aware of your strengths and your weaknesses.
Prior to the interview, ensure that you review the description of the position. In the event that you’ve read the description and then used the roles and duties listed in the description to make changes to your resume and other document of selection It is essential to review the job description in order to accurately prepare yourself for interviewers. Be candid and open concerning your abilities and shortcomings. Being honest about your strengths can allow the interviewer to see your strengths as a potential customer. However, announcing your intention to address your weaknesses will be just as significant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is showing genuine interest in the job and within the company. The best person to approach for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you noticed something interesting on the resume, or if you have questions that have not been answered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which are typically found within the job application or their general hiring page about section), raise these at the end of the interview, after your interviewer invites you to ask questions. Some thought-provoking questions you may ask your employer:
"How can I be the best person for the task, if offered the chance to work with your team?"
"Does the company have any major projects underway in the present"
"What are the possibilities for advancement and further training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Benefits and salary packages are generally advertised with the position (or within a set of options, when applying via SEEK). However, the interviewer may be interested in knowing what you are expecting. A good tip is to provide a range in which you’d like your salary to fall rather than giving an exact or set number. Try to keep your limits to a certain extent instead of allowing a an expansive margin. For instance, if are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, an appropriate range would be in the $73,000 to $80,000 area or anything in the range of $10,000. Also, be aware of other benefits and perks too and think about these when you consider your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your back pocket is essential to equip yourself with the ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, feel confident and bold.
For help with the recruitment process, documents and certificates, as well as for interviews, please reach out to Perth Resume. Our highly skilled and knowledgeable consultants are able to guide you through the interview preparation steps. Contact us now for the free quotation or call us direct to speak with one our consultants on 1300 871 072.
