A Guide to Interview Preparation
The most intimidating aspects of job hunting is the fear of an interview. It is a normal consequence of seeking the approval and support of others, especially from your prospective employers. Although talking about oneself may be natural for some, others are apprehensive about being asked about their career or past achievements. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort that comes with being asked to answer personal questions The interview process has evolved into among the more stressful parts that are required to hire.
This does not have to be the case.
Interviews are the best means for the candidate to demonstrate their skills, achievements, and potentials. You have already passed the first step by submitting your resume to its way through ATS scanners and your name being considered for an interview. This is the chance to showcase and elaborate further on the profile of your employer, background and the most important skills and abilities is the proverbial step to the front when you convince the interviewer that you’re a good fit you increase your odds of passing the next step of the selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interviews even if you’re having doubts about speaking about your accomplishments. It is important to practice and, fortunately, interview questions can be rehearsed ahead of time. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some suggestions you can apply to boost your chances of getting through that interview and impressing prospective employers:
Be comfortable with difficult questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions mostly because they are trying to elicit information and information, but also because they want to see you navigate your way out of potential contentious issues and concerns. For instance, consider the question "Why do you want to leave your current position?"
The answer to this question may be because of problems with management, or concerns with work-life balance, etc. No matter the answer however, the manner that you formulate the answer will indicate your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Give a clear and honest explanation of your reasoning in the most objective way possible. This means removing emotional responses like responses based on feelings or emotions and do not have any basis in facts.
Other questions to consider include "What made you apply for this position?", "Why should us choose to hire us?", or trick questions like "Why do us not take you on?" 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 follow up with a short note of the reason or reasons the reasons you responded in a certain way. Next, provide instances or elaborate. After you have explained thoroughly then return to the point you made earlier.
Similarly, if you are requested to provide a description of your participation in a project or task then you can employ to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is also usually used in responding on selection criteria. In using STAR the first thing you need to do is write the context,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken followed by the result.
The body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation may be a tall order, but you can always try to practice professional communication. Put yourself in front of the mirror or ask a friend you trust to inquire about your concerns and observe your behavior. Are you flitting or shifting about with anxiety? Are you looking uneasy, aggressive or aloof in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions consistent with your message you’re trying to make? Do you communicate sincerity, authenticity, and genuine interest?
Consider your strengths and weaknesses.
Before you go to the interview, make sure you review the job description once more. In the event that you’ve read the description and utilized the roles and responsibilities outlined therein to modify and customise your resume and other document of selection It is essential to look at the job description to clearly present yourself to the interviewer. Be honest and upfront on your strength and weakness. Being truthful about your strengths will allow the interviewer to note your strengths as a potential client. But, indicating your intention to improve your weak points will be equally significant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is showing genuine interest in the job and within the business. The best person to inquire questions is your interviewer. If you’ve noticed something you like on the resume or if you have any concerns that weren’t answered on their FAQ page or their guide questions (which are usually found in the job packet or in the general page for hiring About section) Bring them up during the interview, after your interviewer is encouraging you to ask questions. A few questions that you can ask your employer
"How do I become the most suitable person for the task, if given the chance to join you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects on currently"
"What are the opportunities to further develop and learn?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Salary packages and other benefits are typically advertised along with the position (or as part of a range, if applying through SEEK). However, the interviewer may ask you how much you expect to earn. A good tip is to include a range that you would like your salary to fall instead of offering an exact, fixed amount. Be sure to keep the range as narrow as possible instead of offering a a wide margin. For instance, if you expect to make $75,000 a year, a reasonable range would be in the $73,000-$80,000 range or anywhere within the $10,000-$10,000 range. Consider other benefits and perks as well and consider these when you are evaluating your salary goals.
Having these preparatory steps in your bag is vital to be prepared with the confidence to answer the toughest questions. Be confident, be self-assured and courageous.
For assistance in recruitment-related documents or credentials as well as interview preparation, contact Perth Resume. Our knowledgeable and professional consultants will be able to help you through your preparatory stages. Contact us today for an free quotation or phone us directly for a chat with one of our experts on 1300 871 072.
