Ace Your Interviews: Preparation Guide
A major and intimidating aspect of job hunts is the dreaded interview round. Interview fear is a natural result of wanting acceptance and approval from others and especially your potential employers. While expressing themselves in a positive manner may come naturally to some people but others feel nervous about being asked about their career or past successes. Perhaps out of modesty and the discomfort arising from being asked to answer personal questions interviews have turned out to be one of the most stressful parts during the selection process.
It doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are a crucial method for applicants to prove their capabilities as well as their accomplishments and capabilities. It’s been a while since you’ve been through the first step and your resume has made it through ATS scanners, and your name being shortlisted for an interview. This is the chance to showcase and elaborate on one’s profile, employment history as well as the key skills and experience is the equivalent of getting a entrance into the interview when you convince the interviewer that you’re the right candidate you increase your odds of passing the next stage of the selection process.
There is no need to be worried about preparing for interview questions if you’re struggling with doubts about speaking about your accomplishments. It is important to practice, and fortunately, interview questions can be rehearsed ahead of time. The secret to successful interviews is preparation. Here are some suggestions you can follow to boost your chances of getting through that interview and impressing future employers.
Learn to be comfortable around difficult questions.
Interviewers will ask you tough questions, mostly because they are trying to gather information, but also, since they want to help you navigate your way out of potentially contentious questions and issues. Consider for instance the question "Why have you decided to quit your current position?"
The reason for this may be because of management issues, or concerns regarding work-life balance, for instance. No matter the answer however, the manner that you formulate your response will signal your ability to be a fair and objective observer. Give a clear and honest explanation of your response using as much objectivity possible. This means that you should eliminate any emotional responses , such as answers based on feelings or emotions that are not supported by factual evidence.
Other important questions to ask are "What motivated you to apply for this position?", "Why should be hiring the person we chose to hire?", or trick questions like "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 then provide a concise explanation or a brief summary of why you chose to respond in a specific manner. Add details or go into more detail. After you’ve clarified your points thoroughly the topic, return to your previous point.
Also, if required to explain your participation in a task or project then you can employ an approach called the STAR Method, which is also usually used in responding on selection criteria. When using STAR it is necessary to describe an Situation,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken as well as the results.
The body language
Behaving naturally in a difficult situation can be a challenge but it is possible to try to practice professional communication. Sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to ask you questions and take note of your actions. Are you shifting or fidgeting around in a tense manner? Do you appear intimidating, stiff, defensive, or closed off in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect your message you’re trying to convey? Do you convey sincerity, authenticity and genuine concern?
Take a look at your strengths and your weaknesses.
Before the interview, you should review the job description once more. Assuming that you’ve read the description and then used the roles and responsibilities described in the description to make changes to your resume and other document of selection It is crucial to think about the job description in order to accurately package yourself for the interviewer. Be honest and upfront on your strength and weakness. Being realistic about your strengths will allow the interviewer to note your strengths as a potential client. However, showing your determination to work on your weaknesses will also be notable.
Prepare questions
Another important aspect of the interview is to show genuine interest in the role and in the company. The best person to inquire for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you have noticed something intriguing from the job descriptions or if you have concerns that weren’t answered through their FAQ or guide questions (which are usually found in the job description or their general hiring page About section) Make sure to bring them up after the interview when the interviewer is encouraging you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer:
"How can I be the most qualified person for this task, if given the opportunity to join you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company has any major projects going on currently"
"What are the opportunities for further development and training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Benefits and salary packages are generally advertised with the position (or within a set of options, when applying via SEEK). But, interviewers might ask you how much you expect to earn. One important tip is to include a range that you’d like your pay to fall rather than giving an exact or set number. Keep your range tight instead of giving any wide range. For instance, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a reasonable choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 area or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Also, be aware of other perks and benefits as well and consider these when you think about your salary goals.
The preparation steps you have in your purse is important for ensuring you are in capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, feel confident, and be bold.
For assistance in recruitment-related documents or credentials as well as interview preparation, you may reach out to Perth Resume. Our knowledgeable and professional consultants are able to guide you through the interview preparation steps. Contact us now for an complimentary quote or contact us directly to speak with one of our consultants at 1300 261 665.
