Interview Readiness Blueprint
A major and intimidating aspect of job hunts is the fear of an interview. Interview fear is a natural consequence of seeking the approval and support of others particularly from prospective employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might seem natural to certain people however, many are nervous about being asked questions about their professional or previous accomplishments. Perhaps it is because of modesty or the fear of being asked personal questions Interviews have become one of the biggest and most stressful parts during the selection process.
This doesn’t have to be the scenario.
Interviews are the best method for applicants to showcase their abilities have been demonstrated, as well as their potential. You have already made it through the first step, with your resume making its way through ATS scanners and you being selected for an interview. The chance to show and elaborate upon your profile, work history and the most important skills and knowledge is the aforementioned step to the front when you convince the interviewer you have what it takes that increases your chances of passing the next stage of the final selection process.
Luckily, you can prepare for interviews if you have fears about speaking about your achievements. The practice is essential to a successful interview, and luckily, the questions can be practiced before the date. The key to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some guidelines you can use to increase your chances of aceing that interview and impressing your potential employers.
Get comfortable around tricky questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions mostly because they are trying to get information from you however, also since they want to help you get out of potentially contentious questions and worries. For instance, consider the question "Why are you resigning from your current role?"
The answer to the question could be due to management concerns, or issues about the balance between work and life, etc. Whatever the reason however, the manner in which you phrase your answer will demonstrate your capacity to be a fair and objective observer. Be honest and articulate your reasoning with as much objectivity as can be. This means eliminating any emotional responses such as answers based on feelings or sentiments and are not supported by evidence.
Other questions to consider are "What motivated you to apply for this position?", "Why should be hiring your services?", 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. Start with your statement and follow up with a short explanation or a brief summary of why you chose to respond in a specific way. Add instances or elaborate. Once you’ve thoroughly explained, go back to your original point.
In the same way, if you’re asked to describe your involvement in a task or project then you can employ this method. STAR Method, which is also usually used in responding on selection criteria. If you are using STAR it is necessary to describe the situation,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken followed by the final result.
The body language
Being natural in a difficult situation can be a challenge However, you can learn to communicate professionally. Put yourself in front of the mirror or ask a trusted friend to ask you questions and observe your behavior. Are you moving or fidgeting about with anxiety? Do you seem intimidating, stiff, defensive or shut off in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect your message you’re trying to convey? Do you convey genuineness, honesty and genuine enthusiasm?
Be aware of your strengths and weaknesses.
Before you go to the interview, make sure you read the job description again. Assuming you read the job description and utilized the roles and responsibilities described in the description to make changes to your resume and other documents for selection, it is important to look at the job description to honestly prepare yourself for interviewers. Be honest and upfront about your strengths and weaknesses. Being truthful about your strengths can allow interviewers to recognize your unique selling points as a potential customer. However, announcing your intention to work on your weaknesses will be just as relevant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is to show genuine interest in the role and in the company. The best person to inquire for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you’ve noticed something you like in the job description or you have questions that were left unanswered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which can be found in the job packet or in their general hiring page About section) Make sure to bring them up after the interview, after your interviewer invites you to ask questions. Some of the questions you could ask your employer
"How can I be the most qualified person for this job, if I am given the opportunity to be part of you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects on right now"
"What are the possibilities to advance and further education?"
Know your salary expectations
The salary package and other benefits are usually advertised alongside the job (or in a variety in the case of SEEK). However, interviewers may still want to know what salary you are expecting. A good tip is to include a range that you’d like your pay to be based instead of giving an exact or fixed number. Try to keep your range tight instead of giving a wide margin. For instance, if are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a reasonable range would be in the $73,000 to $80,000 range, or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Consider additional perks and benefits too and think about these when you are evaluating your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your pocket is crucial for ensuring you are in ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, confident, and confident and be courageous.
If you need assistance with documents related to recruitment and credentials , and also for interviews, please get in touch with Perth Resume. Our friendly and highly trained consultants can assist you in your preparation steps. Contact us now for the free quotation or call us direct to speak with one of our experts on 1300 202 475.
