Optimizing Your Interview Preparation
Perhaps the most difficult aspects of job searching is the dreaded interview round. Interview fear is a natural result of wanting to seek the approval and support of others and especially your potential employers. While speaking about themselves may be natural for some however, many are nervous about being asked questions regarding their professional or previous achievements. Perhaps because of modesty, or the fear of being asked questions that are personal to them The interview process has evolved into one of the biggest and most stressful parts that are required to hire.
This doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are the best means for the candidate to prove their capabilities, achievements, and potentials. You’ve already been 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 as well as key abilities and expertise is the proverbial step to the front: if you convince the interviewer that you have what it takes you increase your odds of passing the next phase of the selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interviews in case you’re experiencing doubts about speaking about your personal achievements. It is important to practice, and fortunately, interview questions can be rehearsed before the date. The key to a flawless interview is preparation. Here are some helpful tips you can implement to improve your chances of getting through that interview and impressing your future employers.
Get comfortable around tricky questions.
Interviewers pose challenging questions mostly because they are trying to elicit information and information, but also because they want to see you get out of potentially contentious questions and worries. For instance, consider the question "Why are you resigning from your current position?"
The answer to this question could be due to management concerns, or issues with work-life balance, etc. No matter the answer however, the manner in which you phrase your response will signal your capacity to be a fair and objective observer. Respond honestly and explain your reasoning using as much objectivity possible. This means that you should eliminate any emotional responses , such as answers based on feelings or emotions and are not supported by actual facts.
Other questions to be prepared for are "What made you apply for this position?", "Why should us choose to hire the person we chose to hire?", or trick questions such as "Why should us not choose you?" The key is to remain calm and arrange your thoughts with care.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Begin with your topic and then provide a concise argument or explanation of the reason you reacted in a particular manner. After that, you can add instances or elaborate. Once you’ve explained everything thoroughly the topic, return to your previous point.
Similarly, if you are asked to write about your involvement on a project or task it is possible to employ this method. STAR Method, which is typically used to respond on selection criteria. When you use STAR you will need to write a situation,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken as well as the Result.
The body language
Being natural in a difficult situation can be a challenge however, you can practice professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or ask a trusted person to ask questions and take note of your actions. Are you fidgeting or shifting around in a tense manner? Do you look stiff, standoffish, defensive, or closed off in your body language? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions consistent with what you want to convey? Do you show openness, sincerity, and genuine interest?
Take a look at your strengths and weaknesses
Before you go to the interview, be sure to review the job description over again. In the event that you’ve read the description and then used the roles and responsibilities listed therein to modify and customise your resume and other document of selection It is essential to review the job description to honestly prepare yourself for interviewers. Be honest and upfront regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being truthful about your strengths will enable interviewers to recognize your selling points as a prospect. But, indicating your intention to improve your weaknesses is just as significant.
Prepare questions
Another crucial aspect of an interview is to show genuine interest about the job and the business. The best person to ask for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you’ve noticed something you like in the job description or if you have questions that were left unanswered by their FAQ page or the guide questions (which are typically found within the job application or the general page for hiring about section) Make sure to bring them up at the conclusion of the interview, when your interviewer is encouraging you to ask questions. A few questions that you can ask your employer are:
"How can I be an ideal candidate for the jobif given the chance to be part of the team?"
"Does the company have any major projects in the pipeline currently"
"What are the possibilities for advancement and further training?"
Be aware of your salary expectations
Benefits and salary packages are usually advertised alongside the job (or on a list if applying through SEEK). However, the interviewer may inquire about the amount you’re expecting to earn. A good tip is to provide a range in which you’d like your earnings to be based instead of giving an exact or fixed number. Try to keep your limit to a narrow range instead of providing an expansive margin. For example, if you expect to make $75,000 a year, a good choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 range, or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Be aware of any additional perks and benefits also and take these into consideration when you consider your salary expectations.
These steps to prepare in your back pocket is essential to be prepared with the confidence to answer the toughest questions. Be confident, feel confident and be courageous.
For assistance in recruitment-related documents and certificates, as well as for interview preparation, contact Perth Resume. Our friendly and highly trained consultants can help you through your preparatory phases. Contact us now for your no-cost quote or phone us directly to speak with one of our experts on 0800 024 129.
