Mastering Interview Readiness
Perhaps the most daunting aspects of job hunting is the interview stage. Fear of being interviewed is a natural result of wanting to seek acceptance and approval from others and especially your potential employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might come naturally to some people However, some are uncomfortable being asked questions regarding their work or prior accomplishments. Perhaps due to modesty or the anxiety that comes from being asked questions that are personal to them interviews have turned out to be an extremely intimidating parts of the hiring process.
This doesn’t have to be the case.
Interviews are an important opportunity for applicants to prove their capabilities have been demonstrated, as well as their potential. You’ve made it through the first step, with your resume making its way through ATS scanners and you getting a callback. This opportunity to present and further elaborate on the profile of your employer, background, and key skills and knowledge is the aforementioned step to the front when you convince the interviewer that you’re qualified that increases your chances of passing the next step of the final selection process.
It is a good idea to prepare for interviews even if you’re having doubts about speaking about your own achievements. The practice is essential, and fortunately, interview questions can be rehearsed ahead of time. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some helpful tips you can implement to improve your chances of aceing that interview and impressing your future employers:
Make yourself comfortable when faced with tricky questions.
Interviewers ask challenging questions, mostly because they are trying to elicit information, but also, because they want to see you come out of potentially contentious issues and issues. Consider for instance the question "Why are you resigning from your current position?"
The answer to this question may be because of management concerns, or issues with work-life balance, etc. Whatever the reason, however, the manner that you formulate your answer will show your ability to be an objective and fair observer. Respond honestly and explain your answer with as much objectivity as possible. This includes removing any emotional responses such as responses based on sentiments or feelings, that are not supported by facts.
Other important questions to ask include "What motivated you to apply for this job?", "Why should we hire your services?", or trick questions like "Why do you not choose you?" The key is to stay calm and organize your thoughts in a systematic manner.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Begin with your topic and follow up with a short argument or explanation of the reason you reacted in a particular manner. Next, provide specific examples or provide more details. After you have explained thoroughly then return to the previous section.
In the same way, if you’re asked to write about your involvement in a task or project it is possible to apply an approach called the STAR Method, which is also usually used in responding the selection requirements. In using STAR you will need to write the situation,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken, and lastly, the result.
It’s all in the body language
Behaving naturally in a stressful environment can be a tall order However, you can practice professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or ask a trusted person to ask you questions and observe your behavior. Are you fidgeting or shifting around in a tense manner? Do you appear rigid, aloof, defensive or aloof in your body or speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions match what you want to convey? Do you convey sincerity, authenticity, and genuine interest?
Consider your strengths and your weaknesses.
Prior to your interview, make sure you review the job description again. If you have read the job description and used the roles and responsibilities described in the description to make changes to your resume as well as other selection documents It is crucial to look at the job description to clearly describe yourself to the interviewer. Be open and honest concerning your abilities and shortcomings. Being realistic regarding your strengths will allow the interviewer to note your selling points as a potential customer. However, signalling your intent to improve your weak points will be equally significant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is showing genuine interest in the job and within the business. The best person to ask is the interviewer. If you’ve seen something that’s interesting from the job descriptions or you have questions not answered on their FAQ page or guide questions (which typically are found in the job application or the general page for hiring about section) Make sure to bring them up during the interview, after your interviewer is encouraging you to ask questions. A few questions that you can ask your employer are:
"How do I become the most qualified person for this task, if given the chance to work alongside you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects on right now"
"What are the chances to further develop and learn?"
Know your salary expectations
Benefits and salary packages are often advertised with the job (or as part of a range, when applying via SEEK). However, the interviewer may want to know what salary you anticipate earning. An important point to remember is to include a range that you’d like your earnings to be based instead of giving an exact or fixed number. Be sure to keep the range as narrow as possible instead of offering a a wide margin. For instance, if you expect to make $75,000 a year, a good choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 range, or anything in the range of $10,000. Consider additional perks and benefits in addition to these when you think about your salary goals.
The preparation steps you have in your pocket is crucial to be prepared with the ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, confident, and confident and be courageous.
For help with the recruitment process, documents and credentials , and also for the preparation for your interview, contact Perth Resume. Our highly skilled and knowledgeable consultants are able to help you with your interview preparation phases. Contact us today for a complimentary quote or call us direct to speak with one our consultants at 1300 202 475.
