Prepping Effectively for Interviews
A major and intimidating aspects of job searching is the fear of an interview. The fear of an interview is a natural consequence of seeking acceptance and approval from others in particular from potential employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might come naturally to some people, others are apprehensive about being asked about their careers or their previous successes. Perhaps because of modesty, or the anxiety that comes from being asked questions that are personal to them The interview process has evolved into an extremely stressful parts during the selection process.
This does not have to be the situation.
Interviews are an important way for the applicant to prove their capabilities, achievements, and potentials. It’s been a while since you’ve made it through the first step, with your resume making its way through ATS scanners and you getting a callback. This is the chance to showcase and elaborate on one’s profile, employment history and the most important skills and experience is the equivalent of getting a foot in the door: if you convince the interviewer you have what it takes that increases your chances of getting through to the next step in the selection process.
It is a good idea to prepare for interviews even if you’re having fears about speaking about your achievements. Practice is key to a successful interview, and luckily, the questions can be practiced prior to the time. The key to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some tips that you can use to increase your chances of getting through that interview and impressing your future employers:
Learn to be comfortable around difficult questions
Interviewers ask challenging questions, mostly because they are trying to get information from you however, also because they want to see you navigate your way out of potentially contentious topics and concerns. Consider for instance the question "Why are you leaving your current role?"
The reason for this could be due to managerial issues, or worries about work-life balance. No matter the answer but the way in which you phrase your response will signal your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Be honest and articulate your reasoning with as much objectivity as possible. This means eliminating emotional responses like answers based on emotions or feelings and are not supported by factual evidence.
Other questions to prepare for are "What motivated you to apply for this job?", "Why should us choose to hire your services?", or trick questions such as "Why should be able to not hire you?" The key is to stay calm 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 argument or explanation of the reason you reacted in a particular manner. Next, provide instances or elaborate. After you’ve clarified your points thoroughly the topic, return to the previous section.
In the same way, if you’re asked to write about your involvement in a particular project or task and you are required to describe your involvement, you could use to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is often used when responding on selection criteria. In using STAR you will need to write a situation,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken followed by the Result.
All it is in the body language
Being natural in a stressful environment can be a challenge, but you can always try to practice professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or ask a trusted person to ask questions of you and note your mannerisms. Are you flitting or shifting about nervously? Do you look stiff, standoffish, defensive, or closed off in your body language? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions in line with the point you are trying to make? Do you display sincerity, authenticity, and genuine interest?
Think about your strengths and weaknesses
Before the interview, be sure to read the job description once more. Assuming that you’ve read the description and applied the roles and responsibilities described in it to alter and personalize your resume and other documents for selection It is crucial to review the job description in order to accurately describe yourself to the interviewer. Be candid and open regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being open about your strengths will allow the interviewer to note your unique selling points as a potential customer. However, signalling your intent to improve your weaknesses will also be notable.
Prepare questions
Another aspect to consider in the interview is showing genuine interest for the position and the company. The most appropriate person to ask for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you have noticed something intriguing in the job description or if you have questions that have not been answered by their FAQ page or the guide questions (which can be found in the job packet or their general hiring page About section), raise these at the end of the interview, when your interviewer encourages you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer include:
"How do I become the most suitable person for the jobif offered the chance to work with members of your staff?"
"Does the company have any major projects underway right now"
"What are the opportunities for further development and training?"
Be aware of your salary expectations
Benefits and salary packages are usually advertised alongside the job (or as part of a range in the case of SEEK). However, interviewers could ask you how much you’re expecting to earn. An important point to remember is to give a range of where you’d like your pay to be based instead of giving an exact number or a set amount. Make sure to keep your range tight instead of giving an expansive margin. If, for instance, you expect to make $75,000 a year, a sensible range would be in the $73,000-$80,000 range or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Be aware of any other perks and benefits too and think about these when you are evaluating your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your purse is important to be prepared with the readiness to face the toughest questions. Be confident, self-assured and bold.
For help with the recruitment process, documents and credentials , and also for interviews, please contact Perth Resume. Our knowledgeable and professional consultants can guide you through the interview preparation phases. Contact us today to receive a free quotation or contact us directly to speak with one of our consultants at 1300 871 072.
