Interview Readiness Blueprint
One of the most difficult aspects of job hunting is the dreaded interview round. It is a normal result of wanting recognition and acceptance from other people, especially from your prospective employers. While speaking about themselves may seem natural to certain people However, some are uncomfortable being asked questions regarding their career or past successes. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort arising from being asked questions that are personal to them Interviews have become among the more stressful parts of the hiring process.
It doesn’t have to be the case.
Interviews are an important opportunity for applicants to demonstrate their skills as well as their accomplishments and capabilities. You’ve passed the first step with your resume passing it through ATS scanners and getting a callback. This chance to present and elaborate further on the profile of your employer, background, and key skills and expertise is the proverbial entrance into the interview when you convince the interviewer you have what it takes you increase your odds to be selected for the next stage of the final selection process.
Luckily, you can prepare for interview questions if you’re struggling with concerns about presenting your own achievements. Training is the key to success and luckily, interview questions can be practiced in advance. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation. Here are some tips that you can apply to boost your chances of nailing the interview and impressing future employers:
Learn to be comfortable around difficult questions
Interviewers ask challenging questions, mostly because they are trying to get information from you however, also because they want to see you navigate your way out of potentially contentious topics and worries. Consider, for instance, the question "Why are you leaving your current role?"
The answer to this question could be due to management concerns, or issues regarding work-life balance, for instance. Whatever the reason however, the manner that you formulate the answer will indicate your ability to be a fair and objective observer. Give a clear and honest explanation of your reasoning in the most objective way can be. This means removing any emotional responses such as responses that are based solely on sentiments or feelings, that are not supported by facts.
Other questions to consider are "What motivated you to apply for this job?", "Why should us choose to hire us?", or trick questions like "Why do we not choose you?" The key is not to lose your cool 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 then follow it up with a short note of the reason or reasons the reasons you responded in a certain way. Add specific examples or provide more details. After you’ve clarified your points thoroughly the topic, return to the point you made earlier.
Also, if asked to describe your involvement in a particular project or task then you can use to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is commonly used to respond to criteria for selection. If you are using STAR you will need to write an scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken then the results.
The body language
Being natural in a stressful situation could be a challenge However, you can practice professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or ask a trusted person to ask you questions and take note of your actions. Are you shifting or fidgeting about with anxiety? Do you appear uneasy, aggressive or aloof in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions in line with what you want to convey? Do you convey openness, sincerity, and genuine interest?
Think about your strengths and weaknesses
Before you go to the interview, be sure to read the job description once more. In the event that you’ve read the description and applied the roles and responsibilities outlined therein to modify and customise your resume and other documents for selection, it is important to look at the job description to clearly describe yourself to the interviewer. Be honest and upfront on your strength and weakness. Being honest about your strengths will allow the interviewer to notice your unique selling points as a prospective client. However, showing your determination to address your weaknesses will be just as notable.
Prepare questions
Another important aspect of the interview is showing genuine enthusiasm about the job and the business. The best person to ask is the interviewer. If you have noticed something intriguing in the job description, or if you’ve got any concerns that weren’t answered through their FAQ or their guide questions (which are usually found in the job application or their general hiring page about section) You can raise them during the interview, after your interviewer asks you to pose questions. A few questions that you can ask your employer
"How do I become the best person for the job, should I be given the opportunity to be part of members of your staff?"
"Does the company have any major projects on currently"
"What are the potential opportunities for advancement and further training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Other benefits and packages for salary are typically advertised along with the job (or as part of a range, when applying via SEEK). However, the interviewer may want to know what salary you are expecting. The most important thing to do is provide a range in which you’d like your pay to fall instead of offering an exact or fixed number. Be sure to keep the limit to a narrow range instead of providing an expansive margin. If, for instance, you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a reasonable choice would be anything from the $73,000-$80,000 range or anything in the range of $10,000. Consider other benefits and perks too and think about these when you evaluate your salary expectations.
These steps to prepare in your purse is important to ensure you have the capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, confident, and confident, and be bold.
For help with the recruitment process, documents or credentials as well as interviews, please reach out to Perth Resume. Our professional and friendly consultants will be able to help you through your preparatory steps. Contact us today for the no-cost quote or phone us directly for a chat with one of our consultants on 1300 986 051.
