Ready Yourself for Interviews
Perhaps the most daunting aspect of job hunts is the dreaded interview round. Fear of being interviewed is a natural result of wanting acceptance and approval from others particularly from prospective employers. While speaking about themselves may be a natural thing for some however, many are nervous about being asked about their professional or previous accomplishments. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort that comes with being asked questions that are personal to them Interviews have become an extremely intimidating parts during the selection process.
This does not have to be the case.
Interviews are an important opportunity for applicants to showcase their abilities have been demonstrated, as well as their potential. It’s been a while since you’ve made it through the first step, with your resume making the cut through ATS scanners, and your name being selected for an interview. This opportunity to present and elaborate upon your resume, experience, and key skills and abilities is the proverbial foot in the door: if you convince the interviewer you’re qualified you increase your odds to be selected for the next step of the final selection process.
There is no need to be worried about preparing for interviews in case you’re experiencing fears about speaking about your own achievements. Training is the key to success and luckily, interview questions can be rehearsed before the date. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some guidelines you can follow to boost your chances of aceing that interview and impressing your future employers:
Make yourself comfortable when faced with tricky questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions mostly because they are trying to gather information as well as since they want to help you navigate your way out of potentially contentious questions and worries. Take for example the question "Why have you decided to quit your current job?"
The answer to this question could be due to management concerns, or issues about the balance between work and life, etc. No matter the answer however, the manner that you formulate your answer will demonstrate your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Be honest and articulate your responses with the greatest objectivity can be. This means eliminating any emotional responses such as responses based on feelings or sentiments and are not supported by facts.
Other questions to consider are "What inspired you to apply for this role?", "Why should be hiring the person we chose to hire?", or trick questions like "Why do we not employ 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. Introduce your idea and then provide a concise reason or summary as to the reason you reacted in a particular manner. Add examples or further elaborate. After you’ve clarified your points thoroughly then return to your previous point.
Similarly, if you are asked to write about your involvement in a project or task, you may employ an approach called the STAR Method, which is commonly used to respond to criteria for selection. 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 as well as the final result.
It’s all in the body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation could be a daunting task, but you can always practice professional communication. Put yourself in front of the mirror or ask a friend you trust to ask questions and observe your behavior. Are you flitting or shifting around with a nervousness? Do you appear uneasy, aggressive or shut off in your body language? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions consistent with what you want to make? Do you display openness, sincerity, and genuine interest?
Consider your strengths and weak points.
Prior to the interview, make sure you review the job description over again. Assuming you read the job description and utilized the roles and duties listed in it to alter and personalize your resume and other documents for selection It is essential to review the job description in order to accurately prepare yourself for interviewers. Be upfront and honest on your strength and weakness. Being truthful about your strengths can allow the interviewer to notice your strengths as a prospective client. However, signalling your intent to improve your weaknesses will also be relevant.
Prepare questions
Another aspect to consider in the interview is showing genuine enthusiasm about the job and the company. The best person to inquire to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you noticed something interesting on the resume, or if you’ve got any concerns that weren’t answered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which are typically found within the job packet or in the general page for hiring about section) Make sure to bring them up at the end of the interview, after your interviewer is encouraging you to ask questions. Some of the questions you could ask your employer are:
"How do I become the most suitable person for the job, should I be given the opportunity to work with members of your staff?"
"Does the company have any major projects in the pipeline in the present"
"What are the chances for advancement and further training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Benefits and salary packages are generally advertised with the position (or as part of a range, if applying through SEEK). But, interviewers might ask you how much you expect to earn. The most important thing to do is include a range that you’d like your pay to be based instead of giving an exact or set number. Be sure to keep the limits to a certain extent instead of allowing a the possibility of a large margin. For instance, if anticipate earning $75,000 per year, an appropriate range would be in the $73,000 to $80,000 range, or anywhere within the $10,000-$10,000 range. Also, be aware of other benefits and perks also and take these into consideration when you consider your salary expectations.
Having these preparatory steps in your purse is important to equip yourself with the capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, feel confident and courageous.
If you need assistance with documents related to recruitment and certificates, as well as for interviews, please contact Perth Resume. Our knowledgeable and professional consultants are able to help you through your preparatory phases. Contact us today to receive a no-cost quote or to call us directly to speak to one of our experts on 1300 648 974.
