Mastering Interview Readiness
A major and intimidating aspects of job hunting is the daunting interview process. It is a normal consequence of seeking the approval and support of others in particular from potential employers. While expressing themselves in a positive manner may come naturally to some people, others are apprehensive about being asked questions regarding their career or past accomplishments. Perhaps it is because of modesty or the anxiety that comes from being asked personal questions interviews have turned out to be one of the biggest and most nerve-wracking parts in the process of hiring.
This doesn’t have to be the case.
Interviews are a crucial opportunity for applicants to demonstrate their skills have been demonstrated, as well as their potential. It’s been a while since you’ve passed the first step and your resume has made the cut through ATS scanners, and your name getting a callback. This opportunity to present and elaborate on the profile of your employer, background and the most important skills and experience is the equivalent of getting a entrance into the interview when you convince the interviewer you’re a good fit, it boosts your chances of passing to the next step in the final selection process.
It is a good idea to prepare for interview questions if you’re struggling with concerns about presenting your own achievements. It is important to practice and, fortunately, interview questions can be practiced in advance. The secret to successful interviews is preparation. Here are some suggestions you can follow to boost your chances of nailing the interview and impressing your future employers.
Make yourself comfortable when faced with tricky questions.
Interviewers are able to ask tough questions partly because they want to gain information as well as because they want to help you navigate your way out of potential contentious issues and worries. Consider for instance the question "Why are you resigning from your current role?"
The answer to the question could be due to management concerns, or issues regarding work-life balance, for instance. No matter the answer however, the manner that you express your answer will show your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Be honest and articulate your responses with the greatest objectivity is possible. This means removing any emotional responses such as answers that are based purely on sentiments or feelings, and do not have any basis in facts.
Other questions to be prepared for are "What motivated you to apply for this role?", "Why should we hire your services?", or trick questions like "Why do you not take you on?" The key is to remain calm 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 then follow it up with a short explanation or a brief summary of the reasons you responded in a certain manner. Add specific examples or provide more details. Once you’ve thoroughly explained the topic, return to the point you made earlier.
Also, if asked to describe your involvement in a project or task, you may use the STAR Method, which is often used when responding the selection requirements. When you use STAR you will need to write an scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken as well as the result.
It’s all in the body language
Behaving naturally in a stressful situation may be a challenge however, you can practice professional communication. Put yourself in front of the mirror or ask a trusted person to inquire about your concerns and observe your behavior. Are you fidgeting or shifting around with a nervousness? Do you appear uneasy, aggressive, or closed off in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect the message you’re trying to make? Do you display openness, sincerity and genuine concern?
Think about your strengths and weaknesses
Before you go to the interview, ensure that you read the job description once more. Assuming you read the job description and applied the roles and duties listed in it to alter and personalize your resume and other documents for selection, it is important to think about the job description to honestly present yourself to the interviewer. Be honest and upfront on your strength and weakness. Being truthful about your strengths will enable interviewers to recognize your selling points as a potential customer. However, showing your determination to work on your weaknesses is just as important.
Prepare questions
Another aspect to consider in the interview is to show genuine interest in the role and in the company. The best person to inquire to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you have noticed something intriguing from the job descriptions, or you have questions that were left unanswered by their FAQ page or the guide questions (which can be found in the job application or the general page for hiring about section), raise these during the interview, after your interviewer invites you to ask questions. Some of the questions you could ask your employer include:
"How can I be the most qualified person for this jobif offered the chance to work with your team?"
"Does the company have any major projects in the pipeline currently"
"What are the potential opportunities to further develop and learn?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Salary packages and other benefits are typically advertised along with the position (or as part of a range, in the case of SEEK). But, interviewers might be interested in knowing what you expect to earn. An important point to remember is to include a range that you’d like your earnings to fall rather than giving an exact number or a set amount. Keep your range as narrow as possible instead of offering a the possibility of a large margin. For example, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a sensible choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 area or anything in the range of $10,000. Be aware of any additional perks and benefits in addition to these when you evaluate your salary expectations.
Inputting these steps into your back pocket is essential to ensure you have the readiness to face the toughest questions. Be confident, confident, and confident, and be bold.
To assist with recruitment-related documents and certificates, as well as for the preparation for your interview, get in touch with Perth Resume. Our friendly and highly trained consultants can help you through your preparatory steps. Contact us now for a free quotation or contact us directly to speak with one our experts on 0800 215 100.
