Ready Yourself for Interviews
Perhaps the most daunting aspects of job hunting is the daunting interview process. The fear of an interview is a natural result of wanting to seek acceptance and approval from others in particular from potential employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might seem natural to certain people, others are apprehensive about being asked questions regarding their work or prior successes. Perhaps out of modesty and the discomfort arising from being asked personal questions interviews have turned out to be one of the most intimidating parts in the process of hiring.
It doesn’t have to be the situation.
Interviews are a great means for the candidate to prove their capabilities are, their achievements, and potential. You’ve already completed the initial step with your resume passing an appearance on ATS scanners and getting a callback. The chance to show and elaborate on one’s profile, employment history, and key skills and knowledge is the aforementioned entrance into the interview If you can convince the interviewer that you have what it takes, it boosts your chances of passing the next phase of the final selection process.
Luckily, you can prepare for interviews even if you’re having concerns about presenting your accomplishments. Training is the key to success to a successful interview, and luckily, the questions can be practiced ahead of time. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some guidelines you can implement to improve your chances of aceing that interview and impressing future employers:
Get comfortable around tricky questions.
Interviewers ask challenging questions, in part, to gain information, but also, because they want to help you come out of potentially contentious questions and issues. Consider for instance the question "Why are you resigning from your current position?"
The answer could be due to managerial issues, or worries regarding work-life balance, for instance. Whatever the reason, however, the manner in which you phrase the answer will indicate your ability to be a fair and objective observer. Be honest and articulate your reasoning using as much objectivity is possible. This includes removing any emotional responses such as answers that are based purely on feelings or sentiments and are not substantiated by actual facts.
Other questions to consider include "What made you apply for this position?", "Why should we choose us?", or trick questions such as "Why should we not employ you?" The key is not to lose your cool and organise your thoughts carefully.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Lead with your point and follow up with a short argument or explanation of why you chose to respond in a specific manner. After that, you can add details or go into more detail. Once you’ve thoroughly explained, go back to your original point.
Similarly, if you are asked to write about your involvement in a project or task then you can utilize this method. STAR Method, which is also usually used in responding to selection criteria. If you are using STAR, you must state an situation,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken as well as the final result.
It’s all in body language
Being natural in a difficult situation can be a challenge but it is possible to learn to communicate professionally. Sit in front of a mirror or have a trusted companion to ask questions and observe your behavior. Are you flitting or shifting around in a tense manner? Do you look uneasy, aggressive or shut off in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect your message you’re trying to convey? Do you communicate sincerity, authenticity and genuine enthusiasm?
Be aware of your strengths and your weaknesses.
Before you go to the interview, be sure to review the job description over again. If you have read the job description and used the roles and responsibilities listed in the description to make changes to your resume as well as other selection documents It is essential to look at the job description in order to accurately present yourself to the interviewer. Be upfront and honest on your strength and weakness. Being honest about your strengths can allow the interviewer to see your selling points as a potential client. However, announcing your intention to address your weaknesses will be just as significant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is showing genuine enthusiasm in the role and in the company. The best person to ask questions is your interviewer. If you’ve seen something that’s interesting in the job description, or you have concerns that weren’t answered by their FAQ page or the guide questions (which typically are found in the job packet or in their general hiring page About section) You can raise them at the end of the interview, when your interviewer asks you to pose questions. Some of the questions you could ask your employer include:
"How do I become the most suitable person for the job, if I am given the opportunity to be part of you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects underway at the moment"
"What are the possibilities to advance and further education?"
Know your salary expectations
Other benefits and packages for salary are generally advertised with the job (or in a variety, when applying via SEEK). But, interviewers might inquire about the amount you’re expecting to earn. The most important thing to do is give a range of where you would like your salary to fall rather than giving an exact number or a set amount. Try to keep your range tight instead of giving an expansive margin. For example, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a sensible choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 or anything in the range of $10,000. Be aware of any additional perks and benefits in addition to these when you think about your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your pocket is crucial to ensure you have the ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, be self-assured and be courageous.
If you need assistance with documents related to recruitment and credentials and for the preparation for your interview, contact Perth Resume. Our friendly and highly trained consultants can guide you through the interview preparation phases. Contact us today to receive the no-cost quote or call us direct to speak to one of our experts on 1300 871 072.
