Ready Yourself for Interviews
One of the most frightening aspect of job hunts is the interview stage. Fear of being interviewed is a natural result of wanting to seek approval and validation from others, especially from your prospective employers. Although talking about oneself may seem natural to certain people however, many are nervous about being asked about their career or past accomplishments. Perhaps out of modesty and the fear of being asked questions about their personal life The interview process has evolved into one of the biggest and most nerve-wracking parts that are required to hire.
This doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are a great method for applicants to prove their capabilities have been demonstrated, as well as their potential. You’ve passed the first step by submitting your resume to the cut through ATS scanners and your name getting a callback. This chance to present and elaborate further on one’s profile, employment history and the most important skills and expertise is the proverbial entrance into the interview If you can convince the interviewer that you’re the right candidate this increases your chances of getting through the next stage of the selection process.
There is no need to be worried about preparing for interview questions if you’re struggling with concerns about presenting your achievements. Practice is key and, fortunately, interview questions can be rehearsed prior to the time. The key to a flawless interview is preparation. Here are some helpful tips you can use to increase your chances at nailing that interview and impressing your future employers:
Get comfortable around tricky questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions partially because they wish to elicit information and information, but also because they want to see you get out of potentially contentious questions and issues. For instance, consider the question "Why have you decided to quit your current position?"
The answer to this question could be due to problems with management, or concerns regarding work-life balance, for instance. No matter the answer however, the manner that you express your response will signal your ability to be a fair and objective observer. Answer honestly and explain your response with the greatest objectivity can be. This means eliminating all emotional responses, like responses based on feelings or sentiments and do not have any basis in factual evidence.
Other questions to consider include "What made you apply for this role?", "Why should us choose to hire you?", or trick questions such as "Why should we not take you on?" 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 explanation or a brief summary of why you responded a certain way. Add details or go into more detail. Once you’ve thoroughly explained the topic, return to the point you made earlier.
Also, if asked to describe your involvement in a project or task then you can use the STAR Method, which is commonly used to respond on selection criteria. If you are using STAR you will need to write a scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken then the results.
It’s all in body language
The ability to act naturally in stressful situation may be a daunting task, but you can always practice professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or have a trusted companion to inquire about your concerns and observe your behavior. Are you shifting or fidgeting around in a tense manner? Do you look uneasy, aggressive or aloof in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect the message you’re trying to convey? Do you convey sincerity, authenticity, and genuine interest?
Be aware of your strengths and weaknesses.
Prior to the interview, be sure to go over the description of the position. Assuming you read the job description and utilized the roles and responsibilities outlined therein to modify and customise your resume as well as other selection documents It is essential to consider the job description to honestly prepare yourself for interviewers. Be upfront and honest concerning your abilities and shortcomings. Being realistic about your strengths will enable the interviewer to see your unique selling points as a prospective client. But, indicating your intention to improve your weak points will be equally significant.
Prepare questions
Another important aspect of the interview is showing genuine interest about the job and the company. The best person to inquire for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you’ve noticed something you like from the job descriptions, or if you have concerns that weren’t answered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which can be found in the job application or the general page for hiring about section) You can raise them after the interview when the interviewer encourages you to ask questions. Some thought-provoking questions you may ask your employer
"How can I be the most suitable person for the job, if I am given the opportunity to be part of your team?"
"Does the company have any major projects on right now"
"What are the potential opportunities for advancement and further training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Benefits and salary packages are typically advertised along with the job (or as part of a range if applying through SEEK). But, interviewers might want to know what salary you are expecting. An important point to remember is to provide a range in which you’d like your salary to fall instead of offering an exact or set number. Be sure to keep the limits to a certain extent instead of allowing a a wide margin. For example, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a good choice would be anything from the $73,000-$80,000 range or anything in the range of $10,000. Be aware of any other perks and benefits too and think about these when you evaluate your salary expectations.
Having these preparatory steps in your back pocket is essential for ensuring you are in ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, self-assured and be courageous.
For assistance in recruitment-related documents and credentials , and also for the preparation for your interview, reach out to Perth Resume. Our friendly and highly trained consultants will be able to assist you in your preparation stages. Contact us now for the free quote or contact us directly for a chat with one of our consultants at 1300 261 665.
