Mastering Interview Readiness
A major and daunting aspects of the job search is the interview stage. Fear of being interviewed is a natural result of wanting the approval and support of others particularly from prospective employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might be a natural thing for some, others are apprehensive about being asked questions regarding their career or past achievements. Perhaps because of modesty, or the discomfort that comes with being asked questions that are personal to them The interview process has evolved into one of the biggest and most intimidating parts of the hiring process.
This doesn’t need to be the case.
Interviews are a great method for applicants to show that their competencies are, their achievements, and potential. You’ve already made it through the first step and your resume has made an appearance on ATS scanners and being shortlisted for an interview. This opportunity to present and elaborate further on your resume, experience as well as the key skills and expertise is the proverbial foot in the door: if you convince the interviewer that you’re qualified you increase your odds of getting through the next phase of the final selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interviews if you have doubts about speaking about your achievements. The practice is essential and luckily, interview questions can be practiced before the date. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation. Here are some tips that you can apply to boost your chances at nailing that interview and impressing future employers:
Be comfortable with difficult questions
Interviewers will ask you tough questions, mostly because they are trying to elicit information, but also, because they want to help you get out of potentially contentious issues and issues. Take for example the question "Why are you leaving your current role?"
The reason for this could be due to problems with management, or concerns with work-life balance, etc. No matter the answer however, the manner that you formulate your response will signal your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Respond honestly and explain your response using as much objectivity possible. This means removing any emotional responses such as responses based on feelings or emotions and are not substantiated by evidence.
Other questions to prepare for include "What did you do to get this position?", "Why should be hiring the person we chose to hire?", or trick questions such as "Why should us not hire you?" The key is not to lose your cool and organise your thoughts carefully.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Introduce your idea and follow up with a short argument or explanation of the reasons you responded in a certain manner. Then, add specific examples or provide more details. Once you’ve explained everything thoroughly the topic, return to your original point.
In the same way, if you’re requested to provide a description of your participation on a project or task it is possible to employ to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is often used when responding to criteria for selection. When you use STAR the first thing you need to do is write a scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken followed by the Result.
It’s all in the body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation could be difficult however, you can make sure you are practicing professional communication. Sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to inquire about your concerns and observe your body language. Are you fidgeting or shifting about nervously? Do you seem intimidating, stiff, defensive, or closed off in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions match what you want to convey? Do you display openness, sincerity and genuine concern?
Be aware of your strengths and weak points.
Before the interview, ensure that you read the job description once more. In the event that you’ve read the description and utilized the roles and responsibilities outlined in the description to make changes to your resume as well as other selection documents It is imperative to review the job description and how you will package yourself for the interviewer. Be honest and upfront regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being honest about your strengths will allow the interviewer to see your selling points as a prospective client. However, showing your determination to work on your weaknesses will also be notable.
Prepare questions
Another crucial aspect of an interview is showing genuine enthusiasm about the job and the business. The best person to ask for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you have noticed something intriguing within the description of your job, or you have questions that have not been answered through their FAQ or their guide questions (which are typically found within the job description or the general page for hiring about section) Make sure to bring them up at the end of the interview, after your interviewer encourages you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer:
"How can I be the most suitable person for the jobif given the chance to work alongside you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects underway at the moment"
"What are the chances to further develop and learn?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Salary packages and other benefits are typically advertised along with the position (or on a list, in the case of SEEK). However, interviewers may still ask you how much you anticipate earning. A good tip is to offer a range within which you’d like your salary to fall rather than giving an exact number or a set amount. Be sure to keep the limits to a certain extent instead of allowing a any wide range. For instance, if you anticipate earning $75,000 per year, a reasonable range would be anywhere in the $73,000-$80,000 range or anywhere within the $10,000-$10,000 range. Also, be aware of other perks and benefits also and take these into consideration when you think about your salary goals.
Inputting these steps into your back pocket is essential to equip yourself with the ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, confident, and confident and bold.
To assist with recruitment-related documents and credentials , and also for interview preparation, get in touch with Perth Resume. Our knowledgeable and professional consultants will be able to guide you through the interview preparation stages. Contact us now for an complimentary quote or contact us directly to speak with one our consultants on 1300 694 635.
