Mastering Interview Readiness
A major and difficult aspects of job searching is the dreaded interview round. The fear of an interview is a natural consequence of seeking approval and validation from others particularly from prospective employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might be natural for some however, many are nervous about being asked about their career or past successes. Perhaps it is because of modesty or the fear of being asked personal questions Interviews have become one of the biggest and most stressful parts that are required to hire.
This doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are the best method for applicants to prove their capabilities have been demonstrated, as well as their potential. You’ve made it through the first step and your resume has made the cut through ATS scanners and getting a callback. This chance to present and further elaborate on the profile of your employer, background as well as key abilities and experience is the equivalent of getting a way to get noticed If you can convince the interviewer that you’re qualified this increases your chances of passing through the next phase of the final selection process.
There is no need to be worried about preparing for interviews if you have doubts about speaking about your own achievements. The practice is essential and luckily, interview questions can be practiced ahead of time. The secret to successful interviews is preparation. Here are some suggestions you can follow to boost your chances of nailing the interview and impressing your prospective employers:
Get comfortable around tricky questions
Interviewers will ask you tough questions, in part, to elicit information as well as because they want to see you get out of potentially contentious issues and issues. Take for example the question "Why have you decided to quit your current role?"
The reason for this may be because of problems with management, or concerns regarding work-life balance, for instance. No matter the answer however, the manner that you express your answer will demonstrate your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Answer honestly and explain your response in the most objective way is possible. This includes removing emotional responses like answers based on feelings or sentiments and are not supported by factual evidence.
Other important questions to ask include "What motivated you to apply for this job?", "Why should be hiring your services?", or trick questions like "Why do be able to not take you on?" The key is to remain calm and plan your thoughts well.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Start with your statement and follow up with a short reason or summary as to the reasons you responded in a certain way. Then, add specific examples or provide more details. Once you’ve explained everything thoroughly you can go back to your original point.
Also, if asked to describe your involvement in a task or project, you may apply an approach called the STAR Method, which is also usually used in responding to selection criteria. In using STAR the first thing you need to do is write the situation,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken followed by the final result.
It’s all in body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation could be difficult however, you can make sure you are practicing professional communication. Sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to inquire about your concerns and observe your body language. Are you shifting or fidgeting about with anxiety? Do you look stiff, standoffish, defensive or shut off in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect the message you’re trying to convey? Do you communicate openness, sincerity, and genuine interest?
Be aware of your strengths and weak points.
Before the interview, be sure to go over the description of the position. If you have read the job description and used the roles and responsibilities described therein to modify and customise your resume as well as other selection documents It is essential to review the job description in order to accurately describe yourself to the interviewer. Be upfront and honest regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being open about your strengths will allow the interviewer to note your strengths as a prospective client. However, announcing your intention to work on your weaknesses will also be relevant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is showing genuine interest in the role and in the business. The best person to approach to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you’ve seen something that’s interesting from the job descriptions, or if you’ve got any questions that have not been answered through their FAQ or their guide questions (which typically are found in the job packet or the general page for hiring about section) Make sure to bring them up after the interview, when your interviewer asks you to pose questions. Some of the questions you could ask your employer:
"How can I be an ideal candidate for the jobif given the opportunity to join members of your staff?"
"Does the company has any major projects going on at the moment"
"What are the opportunities to advance and further education?"
Be aware of your salary expectations
Other benefits and packages for salary are generally advertised with the job (or as part of a range, if applying through SEEK). But, interviewers might ask you how much you are expecting. A good tip is to include a range that you’d like your pay to be, rather than providing an exact or fixed number. Make sure to keep your range tight instead of giving an expansive margin. For instance, if you expect to make $75,000 a year, an appropriate range is anywhere between the $73,000 to $80,000 range, or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Consider other benefits and perks in addition to these when you are evaluating your salary goals.
Having these preparatory steps in your back pocket is essential to equip yourself with the capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, be self-assured and courageous.
For help with the recruitment process, documents or credentials as well as 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 phases. Contact us now for an complimentary quote or contact us directly for a chat with one of our consultants at 1300 871 072.
