Interview Readiness Blueprint
A major and difficult aspects of the job search is the interview stage. Interview fear is a natural result of wanting to seek acceptance and approval from others particularly from prospective employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might be a natural thing for some but others feel nervous about being asked questions regarding their careers or their previous accomplishments. Perhaps out of modesty and the discomfort that comes with being asked questions about their personal life, the interview has become one of the biggest and most nerve-wracking parts of the hiring process.
This doesn’t need to be the scenario.
Interviews are a crucial method for applicants to show that their competencies are, their achievements, and potential. You’ve already passed the first step and your resume has made it through ATS scanners and you being selected for an interview. The chance to show and elaborate upon your resume, experience, and key skills and experience is the equivalent of getting a foot in the door and if you can convince the interviewer that you have what it takes, it boosts your chances to be selected for the next step of the final selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interviews in case you’re experiencing doubts about speaking about your accomplishments. Practice is key and luckily, interview questions can be rehearsed ahead of time. The secret to successful interviews is preparation, and here are some tips that you can follow to boost your chances of getting through that interview and impressing your future employers:
Be comfortable with difficult questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions mostly because they are trying to gather information and information, but also in order to help you get out of potentially contentious questions and issues. For instance, consider the question "Why are you leaving your current job?"
The answer to the question could be due to management concerns, or issues about work-life balance. No matter the answer but the way that you express the answer will indicate your ability to be an objective and fair observer. Be honest and articulate your reasoning with the greatest objectivity possible. This means eliminating all emotional responses, like answers that are based purely on feelings or emotions and do not have any basis in factual evidence.
Other questions to prepare for are "What inspired you to apply for this position?", "Why should be hiring you?", or trick questions like "Why should you not employ you?" The key is to stay calm and plan your thoughts well.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Introduce your idea and then provide a concise argument or explanation of why you chose to respond in a specific way. Add details or go into more detail. After you have explained thoroughly then return to the point you made earlier.
If you’re required to explain your participation on a project or task and you are required to describe your involvement, you could apply this method. STAR Method, which is often used when responding the selection requirements. In using STAR the first thing you need to do is write a situation,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken then the results.
It’s all in the body language
Being natural in a difficult situation can be a challenge However, you can make sure you are practicing professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to ask you questions and observe your body language. Are you shifting or fidgeting around with a nervousness? Are you looking stiff, standoffish, defensive, or closed off in your body language? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions consistent with the message you’re trying to make? Do you convey sincerity, authenticity and genuine interest?
Take a look at your strengths and weaknesses
Before the interview, be sure to go over the job description again. In the event that you’ve read the description and used the roles and responsibilities described in it to alter and personalize your resume as well as other selection documents It is crucial to consider the job description to clearly package yourself for the interviewer. Be candid and open about your strengths and weaknesses. Being open about your strengths will allow interviewers to recognize your unique selling points as a potential client. However, showing your determination to work on your weaknesses is just as relevant.
Prepare questions
Another important aspect of the interview is showing genuine enthusiasm about the job and the business. The most appropriate person to ask to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you’ve seen something that’s interesting within the description of your job, or if you have concerns that weren’t answered through their FAQ or guide questions (which can be found in the job application or the general page for hiring about section) You can raise them during the interview when the interviewer asks you to pose questions. Some thought-provoking questions you may ask your employer
"How do I become the best person for the task, if given the chance to join your team?"
"Does the company have any major projects on currently"
"What are the chances for further development and training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
The salary package and other benefits are typically advertised along with the job (or as part of a range for those applying through SEEK). However, interviewers could ask you how much you expect to earn. One important tip is to give a range of where you’d like your pay to be based instead of giving an exact number or a set amount. Make sure to keep your range tight instead of giving any wide range. For instance, if are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a good choice would be anything from the $73,000-$80,000 range or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Be mindful of additional perks and benefits as well and consider these when you evaluate your salary expectations.
The preparation steps you have in your pocket is crucial to be prepared with the confidence to answer the toughest questions. Be confident, be self-assured and be courageous.
For help with the recruitment process, documents and credentials , and also for interview preparation, you may get in touch with Perth Resume. Our professional and friendly consultants will be able to assist you in your preparation steps. Contact us today to receive the complimentary quote or to call us directly to speak to one of our consultants at 1300 993 659.
