Mastering Interview Readiness
Perhaps the most daunting aspects of job hunting is the fear of an interview. Interview fear is a natural result of wanting to seek the approval and support of others, especially from your prospective employers. Although talking about oneself may seem natural to certain people however, many are nervous about being asked questions regarding their professional or previous accomplishments. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort arising from being asked to answer personal questions The interview process has evolved into among the more intimidating aspects of the hiring process.
This doesn’t have to be the case.
Interviews are a crucial way for the applicant to demonstrate their skills, achievements, and potentials. You’ve made it through the first step by submitting your resume to an appearance on ATS scanners and your name getting a callback. The chance to show and elaborate on your resume, experience as well as the key skills and expertise is the proverbial step to the front If you can convince the interviewer you’re a good fit, it boosts your chances of getting through the next step of the final selection process.
Luckily, you can prepare for interviews if you have apprehensions about talking about your achievements. Practice is key to a successful interview, and luckily, the questions can be rehearsed before the date. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some tips that you can implement to improve your chances at nailing that interview and impressing potential employers.
Learn to be comfortable around difficult questions.
Interviewers are able to ask tough questions partially because they wish to elicit information as well as since they want to help you come out of potentially contentious issues and issues. Take for example the question "Why are you resigning from your current role?"
The answer to the question could be due to managerial issues, or worries about work-life balance. Whatever the reason however, the manner in which you phrase your answer will show your capacity to be a fair and objective observer. Respond honestly and explain your answer with as much objectivity as is possible. This means removing any emotional responses , such as responses that are based solely on feelings or emotions that are not supported by actual facts.
Other questions to consider are "What motivated you to apply for this job?", "Why should we choose the person we chose to hire?", or trick questions such as "Why do be able to not hire you?" The key is not to lose your cool and arrange your thoughts with care.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Start with your statement and follow up with a short argument or explanation of why you chose to respond in a specific way. Next, provide details or go into more detail. After you’ve clarified your points thoroughly, go back to your previous point.
In the same way, if you’re asked to describe your involvement in a project or task and you are required to describe your involvement, you could use this method. STAR Method, which is often used when responding to selection criteria. If you are using STAR the first thing you need to do is write an context,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken followed by the result.
It’s all in body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation could be a challenge however, you can try to practice professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or ask a friend you trust to ask you questions and note your mannerisms. Are you flitting or shifting around in a tense manner? Do you appear uneasy, aggressive or reserved in your body or speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions in line with the message you’re trying to make? Do you display genuineness, honesty and genuine enthusiasm?
Take a look at your strengths and weaknesses.
Before you go to the interview, make sure you read the description of the position. Assuming that you’ve read the description and applied the roles and responsibilities listed within to customize and modify your resume and other documents for selection It is imperative to think about the job description to clearly prepare yourself for interviewers. Be open and honest about your strengths and weaknesses. Being open regarding your strengths will allow the interviewer to note your selling points as a potential client. However, announcing your intention to work on your weaknesses will also be relevant.
Prepare questions
Another aspect to consider in the interview is to show genuine interest about the job and the company. The most appropriate person to ask is the interviewer. If you have noticed something intriguing in the job description, or if you have any questions not answered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which can be found in the job packet or in their general hiring page About section) Make sure to bring them up at the end of the interview when the interviewer asks you to pose questions. A few questions that you can ask your employer include:
"How do I become the most qualified person for this job, should I be given the opportunity to work alongside members of your staff?"
"Does the company has any major projects going on right now"
"What are the chances to advance and further education?"
Know your salary expectations
The salary package and other benefits are often advertised with the job (or as part of a range if applying through SEEK). However, interviewers may still want to know what salary you are expecting. The most important thing to do is include a range that you’d like your earnings to fall rather than giving an exact number or a set amount. Make sure to keep your range tight instead of giving any wide range. For example, if you expect to make $75,000 a year, a sensible range would be in the $73,000-$80,000 range or anything in the range of $10,000. Be aware of any other perks and benefits also and take these into consideration when you are evaluating your salary goals.
The preparation steps you have in your pocket is crucial to be prepared with the capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, feel confident and bold.
To assist with recruitment-related documents and credentials , and also for interview preparation, reach out to Perth Resume. Our friendly and highly trained consultants can help you with your interview preparation stages. Contact us today to receive an free quote or to call us directly to speak to one of our consultants on 1300 871 072.
