Steps to Interview Readiness
The most frightening aspects of the job search is the fear of an interview. Fear of being interviewed is a natural result of wanting to seek acceptance and approval from others, especially from your prospective employers. While speaking about themselves may be natural for some however, many are nervous about being asked questions about their careers or their previous successes. Perhaps because of modesty, or the fear of being asked to answer personal questions, the interview has become an extremely stressful parts of the hiring process.
It doesn’t have to be the scenario.
Interviews are a crucial method for applicants to showcase their abilities are, their achievements, and potential. You’ve passed the first step by submitting your resume to the cut through ATS scanners and being shortlisted for an interview. This opportunity to present and further elaborate on your resume, experience as well as key abilities and knowledge is the aforementioned entrance into the interview If you can convince the interviewer you’re the right candidate this increases your chances of passing through to the next step in the selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interview questions if you’re struggling with fears about speaking about your accomplishments. It is important to practice and luckily, interview questions can be rehearsed prior to the time. The key to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some helpful tips you can apply to boost your chances of nailing the interview and impressing your prospective employers:
Get comfortable around tricky questions.
Interviewers pose challenging questions partly because they want to get information from you however, also because they want to see you navigate your way out of potentially contentious topics and concerns. For instance, consider the question "Why are you leaving your current role?"
The reason for this may be because of management issues, or concerns regarding work-life balance, for instance. No matter the answer, 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 response with as much objectivity as possible. This means that you should eliminate any emotional responses such as answers based on emotions or feelings and are not supported by factual evidence.
Other questions to prepare for are "What made you apply for this position?", "Why should we hire us?", or trick questions like "Why do you not hire you?" The key is to not lose composure and arrange your thoughts with care.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Introduce your idea and then follow it up with a short reason or summary as to why you responded a certain way. After that, you can add details or go into more detail. After you have explained thoroughly, go back to the previous section.
Similarly, if you are asked to describe your involvement in a task or project, you may use the STAR Method, which is typically used to respond to criteria for selection. When using STAR you will need to write the Situation,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken as well as the final result.
It’s all in body language
Behaving naturally in a stressful environment can be a tall order however, you can learn to communicate professionally. Sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted person to inquire about your concerns and observe your body language. Are you shifting or fidgeting about nervously? Do you seem intimidating, stiff, defensive or shut off in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions match the message you’re trying to make? Do you display authenticity, openness and genuine concern?
Take a look at your strengths and weak points.
Before you go to the interview, make sure you read the job description once more. Assuming you read the job description and used the roles and responsibilities listed in the description to make changes to your resume and other document of selection It is crucial to think about the job description to honestly describe yourself to the interviewer. Be open and honest regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being realistic about your strengths will enable interviewers to recognize your selling points as a prospective client. However, showing your determination to address your weaknesses will also be notable.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is to show genuine interest for the position and the company. The best person to approach to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you have noticed something intriguing from the job descriptions or if you’ve got any questions that were left unanswered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which are usually found in the job packet or in their general hiring page about section) Bring them up after the interview, after your interviewer encourages you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer:
"How do I become the best person for the task, if given the chance to be part of members of your staff?"
"Does the company have any major projects in the pipeline right now"
"What are the possibilities for further development and training?"
Know your salary expectations
The salary package and other benefits are typically advertised along with the position (or on a list, for those applying through SEEK). However, interviewers may still be interested in knowing what you are expecting. The most important thing to do is provide a range in which you would like your salary to fall instead of offering an exact, fixed amount. Make sure to keep your range as narrow as possible instead of offering a the possibility of a large margin. If, for instance, you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a reasonable range would be anywhere in the $73,000 to $80,000 area or anywhere within the $10,000-$10,000 range. Also, be aware of other perks and benefits as well and consider these when you evaluate your salary expectations.
The preparation steps you have in your bag is vital for ensuring you are in confidence to answer the toughest questions. Be confident, confident, and confident and bold.
If you need assistance with documents related to recruitment and credentials and for the preparation for your interview, contact Perth Resume. Our friendly and highly trained consultants can help you through your preparatory stages. Contact us today to receive a no-cost quote or phone us directly to speak with one our consultants on 0800 215 100.
