Ready Yourself for Interviews
A major and frightening aspects of job searching is the daunting interview process. It is a normal result of wanting recognition and acceptance from other people particularly from prospective employers. Although talking about oneself may come naturally to some people but others feel nervous about being asked questions about their professional or previous achievements. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort that comes with being asked questions that are personal to them Interviews have become among the more intimidating aspects of the hiring process.
This doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are a great opportunity for applicants to prove their capabilities are, their achievements, and potential. It’s been a while since you’ve passed the first step and your resume has made its way through ATS scanners and your name being considered for an interview. This chance to present and elaborate on the profile of your employer, background, and key skills and abilities is the proverbial way to get noticed when you convince the interviewer that you have what it takes, it boosts your chances of getting through the next phase of the final selection process.
It is a good idea to prepare for interview questions if you’re struggling with concerns about presenting your accomplishments. 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. Here are some tips that you can implement to improve your chances of getting through that interview and impressing your future employers.
Make yourself comfortable when faced with tricky questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions partly because they want to elicit information, but also, because they want to see you come out of potentially contentious questions and issues. Consider, for instance, the question "Why are you leaving your current position?"
The answer could be due to management issues, or concerns with work-life balance, etc. Whatever the reason however, the manner the way you frame your answer will show your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Be honest and articulate your reasoning with as much objectivity as possible. This means removing any emotional responses , such as answers based on feelings or sentiments and do not have any basis in factual evidence.
Other questions to be prepared for are "What inspired you to apply for this role?", "Why should we choose your services?", or trick questions like "Why should us not choose you?" The key is to stay calm and organize your thoughts in a systematic manner.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Begin with your topic and then provide a concise reason or summary as to why you chose to respond in a specific manner. After that, you can add details or go into more detail. After you’ve clarified your points thoroughly, go back to the point you made earlier.
In the same way, if you’re required to explain your participation on a project or task, you may apply an approach called the STAR Method, which is often used when responding the selection requirements. When you use STAR it is necessary to describe the scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken then the Result.
The body language
Being natural in a stressful environment can be a daunting task but it is possible to make sure you are practicing professional communication. You can sit in front of a mirror or have a trusted companion to inquire about your concerns and observe your body language. Are you moving or fidgeting about with anxiety? Do you appear stiff, standoffish, defensive or aloof in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions match the point you are trying to make? Do you display sincerity, authenticity and genuine enthusiasm?
Be aware of your strengths and your weaknesses.
Before the interview, be sure to review the job description once more. Assuming that you’ve read the description and applied the roles and responsibilities listed within to customize and modify your resume and other selection documents It is essential to think about the job description in order to accurately package yourself for the interviewer. Be open and honest concerning your abilities and shortcomings. Being realistic about your strengths will allow the interviewer to note your selling points as a prospective client. However, announcing your intention to work on your weaknesses is just as notable.
Prepare questions
Another important aspect of the interview is showing genuine interest in the job and within the business. The best person to inquire to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you’ve seen something that’s interesting in the job description or if you have any questions that have not been answered through their FAQ or guide questions (which are usually found in the job description or their general hiring page about section) You can raise them after the interview, when your interviewer asks you to pose questions. Some of the questions you could ask your employer
"How do I become the best person for the jobif given the chance to join the team?"
"Does the company has any major projects going on currently"
"What are the potential opportunities for further development and training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Benefits and salary packages are generally advertised with the position (or in a variety in the case of SEEK). However, interviewers could want to know what salary you expect to earn. An important point to remember is to include a range that you would like your salary to be based instead of giving an exact or fixed number. Be sure to keep the limits to a certain extent instead of allowing a an expansive margin. For instance, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a good choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 area or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Consider other perks and benefits in addition to these when you think about 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 courageous.
If you need assistance with documents related to recruitment and credentials and for the preparation for your interview, get in touch with Perth Resume. Our highly skilled and knowledgeable consultants are able to guide you through the interview preparation stages. Contact us today for the free quotation or to call us directly to speak to one of our consultants on 1300 735 398.
