Interview Preparation Tactics
One of the most daunting aspects of job searching is the interview stage. The fear of an interview is a natural consequence of seeking recognition and acceptance from other people particularly from prospective employers. While speaking about themselves may be natural for some but others feel nervous about being asked questions about their careers or their previous successes. Perhaps out of modesty and the discomfort that comes with being asked questions about their personal life The interview process has evolved into one of the biggest and most nerve-wracking parts of the hiring process.
This doesn’t need to be the situation.
Interviews are the best method for applicants to demonstrate their skills, achievements, and potentials. You have already completed the initial step, with your resume making it through ATS scanners and you being selected for an interview. This chance to present and elaborate on your profile, work history as well as key abilities and knowledge is the aforementioned way to get noticed and if you can convince the interviewer that you’re the right candidate, it boosts your chances to be selected for the next phase of the final selection process.
Luckily, you can prepare for interviews in case you’re experiencing fears about speaking about your own achievements. Practice is key to a successful interview, and luckily, the questions can be practiced prior to the time. The secret to successful interviews is preparation, and here are some tips that you can implement to improve your chances at nailing that interview and impressing your future employers.
Get comfortable around tricky questions.
Interviewers pose challenging questions partly because they want to get information from you as well as in order to help you get out of potentially contentious questions and concerns. Consider, for instance, the question "Why are you leaving your current position?"
The answer to the question could be due to managerial issues, or worries about work-life balance. Whatever the reason however, the manner that you formulate your response will signal your capacity to be a fair and objective observer. Respond honestly and explain your reasoning with the greatest objectivity possible. This means removing any emotional responses , such as responses based on feelings or sentiments and do not have any basis in actual facts.
Other important questions to ask include "What did you do to get this job?", "Why should we choose the person we chose to hire?", or trick questions like "Why should us not take you on?" 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. Begin with your topic and follow with a brief note of the reason or reasons the reasons you responded in a certain way. Add details or go into more detail. Once you’ve explained everything thoroughly the topic, return to the previous section.
In the same way, if you’re asked to write about your involvement in a particular project or task then you can utilize this method. STAR Method, which is typically used to respond to selection criteria. In using STAR the first thing you need to do is write a scenario,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken then the results.
It’s all in the body language
The ability to act naturally in difficult situation can be a tall order, but you can always practice professional communication. You can sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to ask you questions and take note of your actions. Are you flitting or shifting about nervously? Do you appear intimidating, stiff, defensive or aloof in your body or speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions consistent with the message you’re trying to convey? Do you communicate openness, sincerity, and genuine interest?
Consider 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 then used the roles and responsibilities described in the description to make changes to your resume and other documents for selection, it is important to review the job description and how you will package yourself for the interviewer. Be upfront and honest concerning your abilities and shortcomings. Being honest regarding your strengths will allow the interviewer to notice your selling points as a potential client. But, indicating your intention to improve your weaknesses will also be relevant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is to show genuine interest about the job and the company. The most appropriate person to ask is the interviewer. If you’ve noticed something you like in the job description or you have questions that have not been answered by their FAQ page or guide questions (which are typically found within the job description or the general page for hiring About section) Make sure to bring them up after the interview when the interviewer invites you to ask questions. Some thought-provoking questions you may ask your employer:
"How can I be an ideal candidate for the jobif offered the chance to work alongside your team?"
"Does the company have any major projects on at the moment"
"What are the opportunities to further develop and learn?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
The salary package and other benefits are typically advertised along with the position (or as part of a range, if applying through SEEK). However, interviewers may still want to know what salary you’re expecting to earn. A good tip is to provide a range in which you’d like your pay to fall rather than giving an exact or set number. Make sure to keep your range tight instead of giving the possibility of a large margin. For instance, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a reasonable range would be anywhere in the $73,000 to $80,000 range, or anything in the range of $10,000. Also, be aware of additional perks and benefits also and take these into consideration when you think about your salary expectations.
The preparation steps you have in your pocket is crucial to be prepared with the ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, confident, and confident, and be bold.
For help with the recruitment process, documents and credentials , and also for the preparation for your interview, contact Perth Resume. Our highly skilled and knowledgeable consultants will be able to assist you in your preparation steps. Contact us today to receive a free quote or call us direct to speak with one our experts on 1300 993 659.
