Ready Yourself for Interviews
A major and daunting aspect of job hunts is the daunting interview process. It is a normal result of wanting to seek recognition and acceptance from other people, especially from your prospective employers. While expressing themselves in a positive manner may be natural for some However, some are uncomfortable being asked questions about their professional or previous successes. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort that comes with being asked to answer personal questions, the interview has become among the more stressful parts in the process of hiring.
It doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are a great means for the candidate to demonstrate their skills, achievements, and potentials. It’s been a while since you’ve been through the first step, with your resume making an appearance on ATS scanners and your name getting a callback. This opportunity to present and elaborate on your profile, work history as well as the key skills and knowledge is the aforementioned entrance into the interview If you can convince the interviewer that you’re the right candidate this increases your chances of passing the next phase of the final selection process.
Luckily, you can prepare for interviews if you have apprehensions about talking about your accomplishments. 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 use to increase your chances at nailing that interview and impressing future employers:
Get comfortable around tricky questions
Interviewers ask challenging questions, mostly because they are trying to get information from you and information, but also because they want to help you come out of potential contentious issues and concerns. Take for example the question "Why are you resigning from your current position?"
The answer to the question could be due to problems with management, or concerns regarding work-life balance, for instance. No matter the answer however, the manner that you express your answer will demonstrate your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Be honest and articulate your reasoning with as much objectivity as possible. This means that you should eliminate all emotional responses, like answers that are based purely on feelings or emotions and do not have any basis in facts.
Other questions to be prepared for include "What motivated you to apply for this position?", "Why should be hiring us?", or trick questions like "Why should you not choose you?" The key is to not lose composure and arrange your thoughts with care.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Start with your statement and follow up with a short note of the reason or reasons why you responded a certain manner. Then, add examples or further elaborate. After you have explained thoroughly the topic, return to your original point.
If you’re required to explain your participation in a particular project or task, you may use to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is also usually used in responding on selection criteria. When you use STAR the first thing you need to do is write the scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken as well as the final result.
All it is in the body language
Being natural in a stressful situation could be a daunting task However, you can make sure you are practicing professional communication. You can sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to ask questions of you and observe your behavior. Are you shifting or fidgeting about with anxiety? Do you seem intimidating, stiff, defensive or reserved in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions in line with the message you’re trying to make? Do you convey openness, sincerity and genuine enthusiasm?
Consider your strengths and weaknesses.
Before you go to the interview, be sure to review the job description again. If you have read the job description and then used the roles and responsibilities described within to customize and modify your resume and other document of selection It is crucial to consider the job description to honestly describe yourself to the interviewer. Be upfront and honest regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being truthful about your strengths can allow the interviewer to note your selling points as a prospective client. However, showing your determination to work on your weaknesses is just as important.
Prepare questions
Another crucial aspect of an interview is showing genuine enthusiasm about the job and the company. The most appropriate person to ask to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you’ve seen something that’s interesting within the description of your job or if you have any questions that were left unanswered through their FAQ or guide questions (which can be found in the job packet or in the general page for hiring about section) Bring them up at the conclusion of the interview, when your interviewer invites you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer include:
"How do I become an ideal candidate for the job, should I be given the chance to work with your team?"
"Does the company has any major projects going on in the present"
"What are the chances to advance and further education?"
Know your salary expectations
Other benefits and packages for salary are generally advertised with the job (or as part of a range in the case of SEEK). However, the interviewer may inquire about the amount you are expecting. The most important thing to do is give a range of where you’d like your pay to fall rather than giving an exact or set number. Be sure to keep the range tight instead of giving an expansive margin. For instance, if expect to make $75,000 a year, an appropriate range would be in the $73,000-$80,000 range or anywhere within the $10,000 range. Be mindful of additional perks and benefits also and take these into consideration when you evaluate your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your pocket is crucial to be prepared with the capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, feel confident and courageous.
To assist with recruitment-related documents and credentials and for interview preparation, contact Perth Resume. Our highly skilled and knowledgeable consultants are able to guide you through the interview preparation phases. Contact us today to receive a free quote or phone us directly for a chat with one of our consultants at 1300 202 475.
