Strategies for Interview Success
The most daunting aspects of job hunting is the fear of an interview. Interview fear 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 seem natural to certain people However, some are uncomfortable being asked questions about their professional or previous accomplishments. Perhaps it is because of modesty or the fear of being asked questions about their personal life The interview process has evolved into one of the biggest and most intimidating aspects during the selection process.
This doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are a crucial opportunity for applicants to demonstrate their skills, achievements, and potentials. It’s been a while since you’ve completed the initial step, with your resume making it through ATS scanners, and your name being considered for an interview. The chance to show and further elaborate on one’s profile, employment history as well as the key skills and expertise is the proverbial way to get noticed and if you can convince the interviewer you’re a good fit you increase your odds to be selected for the next phase of the selection process.
There is no need to be worried about preparing for interviews if you have concerns about presenting your personal achievements. Training is the key to success and luckily, interview questions can be rehearsed in advance. The secret to successful 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.
Be comfortable with difficult questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions partly because they want to elicit information, but also, because they want to see you come out of potentially contentious topics and concerns. Consider for instance the question "Why do you want to leave your current position?"
The reason for this could be due to managerial issues, or worries with work-life balance, etc. Whatever the reason however, the manner that you express your answer will demonstrate your capacity to be a fair and objective observer. Be honest and articulate your response with the greatest objectivity possible. This includes removing emotional responses like answers based on emotions or feelings and are not substantiated by factual evidence.
Other important questions to ask include "What motivated you to apply for this job?", "Why should we choose us?", or trick questions like "Why do you not take you on?" 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. Begin with your topic and then follow it up with a short reason or summary as to why you chose to respond in a specific way. After that, you can add examples or further elaborate. Once you’ve explained everything thoroughly the topic, return to the point you made earlier.
If you’re asked to describe your involvement in a particular project or task then you can utilize the STAR Method, which is commonly used to respond the selection requirements. In using STAR it is necessary to describe the context,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken, and lastly, the Result.
The body language
The ability to act naturally in stressful environment can be a tall order, but you can always practice professional communication. Sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted person to inquire about your concerns and observe your body language. Are you flitting or shifting about with anxiety? Do you look uneasy, aggressive or aloof in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect the message you’re trying to convey? Do you show sincerity, authenticity and genuine interest?
Be aware of your strengths and weaknesses
Prior to your interview, ensure that you go over the job description once more. Assuming you read the job description and applied the roles and duties listed within to customize and modify your resume and other document of selection It is imperative to consider the job description and how you will prepare yourself for interviewers. Be candid and open about your strengths and weaknesses. Being open about your strengths will enable interviewers to recognize your strengths as a prospective client. But, indicating your intention to work on your weaknesses is just as notable.
Prepare questions
Another aspect to consider in the interview is showing genuine interest in the role and in the business. The best person to inquire questions is your interviewer. If you noticed something interesting from the job descriptions, or if you have questions not answered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which typically are found in the job description or their general hiring page about section) Make sure to bring them up at the end of the interview, after your interviewer encourages you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer
"How do I become the most suitable person for the job, should I be offered the chance to join you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects on currently"
"What are the opportunities for advancement and further training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
The salary package and other benefits are typically advertised along with the position (or in a variety when applying via SEEK). However, interviewers could inquire about the amount you anticipate earning. The most important thing to do is offer a range within which you’d like your salary to be, rather than providing an exact or set number. Try to keep your limit to a narrow range instead of providing an expansive margin. For instance, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a reasonable range would be anywhere in the $73,000 to $80,000 or anywhere within the $10,000 range. Also, be aware of other perks and benefits as well and consider these when you think about your salary expectations.
These steps to prepare in your purse is important for ensuring you are in capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, confident, and confident and courageous.
For help with the recruitment process, documents or credentials as well as interviews, please reach out to Perth Resume. Our professional and friendly consultants are able to guide you through the interview preparation stages. Contact us today to receive a no-cost quote or call us direct for a chat with one of our consultants at 0800 215 100.
