Prepping Effectively for Interviews
Perhaps the most difficult aspects of the job search is the dreaded interview round. The fear of an interview is a natural result of wanting to seek the approval and support of others particularly from prospective employers. Although talking about oneself may be a natural thing for some however, many are nervous about being asked questions about their work or prior successes. Perhaps it is because of modesty or the discomfort that comes with being asked questions about their personal life Interviews have become one of the most intimidating aspects that are required to hire.
It doesn’t have to be the scenario.
Interviews are an important means for the candidate to showcase their abilities, achievements, and potentials. You have already completed the initial step, with your resume making an appearance on ATS scanners and getting a callback. This opportunity to present and further elaborate on your resume, experience as well as the key skills and abilities is the proverbial step to the front: if you convince the interviewer that you’re qualified, it boosts your chances of passing to the next step in the final selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interviews in case you’re experiencing doubts about speaking about your personal achievements. Training is the key to success and luckily, interview questions can be rehearsed prior to the time. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some helpful tips you can apply to boost your chances of getting through that interview and impressing your future employers.
Make yourself comfortable when faced with tricky questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions partly because they want to get information from you however, also because they want to see how you can get rid of potentially contentious issues and issues. Consider, for instance, the question "Why have you decided to quit your current role?"
The answer to the question may be because of managerial issues, or worries about the balance between work and life, etc. Whatever the reason, however, the manner the way you frame your answer will show your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Answer honestly and explain your responses with the greatest objectivity is possible. This means eliminating emotional responses like responses based on emotions or feelings and do not have any basis in actual facts.
Other questions to prepare for include "What motivated you to apply for this role?", "Why should we hire you?", or trick questions like "Why should us not hire 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. Begin with your topic and follow up with a short explanation or a brief summary of the reason you reacted in a particular manner. Then, add examples or further elaborate. Once you’ve thoroughly explained, go back to your previous point.
Also, if asked to describe your involvement in a particular project or task and you are required to describe your involvement, you could apply to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is commonly used to respond to criteria for selection. When using STAR, you must state a Situation,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken as well as the Result.
All it is in the body language
The ability to act naturally in stressful environment can be difficult However, you can practice professional communication. Sit in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to ask questions and take note of your actions. Are you fidgeting or shifting around with a nervousness? Are you looking intimidating, stiff, defensive, or closed off in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions in line with the message you’re trying to convey? Do you communicate genuineness, honesty, and genuine interest?
Be aware of your strengths and weak points.
Before the interview, you should review the description of the position. If you have read the job description and utilized the roles and duties listed therein to modify and customise your resume and other documents for selection, it is important to review the job description to clearly package yourself for the interviewer. Be upfront and honest regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being truthful about your strengths will enable interviewers to recognize your selling points as a potential client. However, showing your determination to work on your weaknesses will be just as significant.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is showing genuine enthusiasm for the position and the company. The best person to ask for questions during the interview is the one you interview. If you noticed something interesting within the description of your job, or if you have questions that were left unanswered on their FAQ page or the guide questions (which typically are found in the job description or the general page for hiring about section), raise these at the conclusion of the interview when the interviewer invites you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer
"How do I become the most suitable person for the jobif given the opportunity to work with your team?"
"Does the company have any major projects on at the moment"
"What are the opportunities for advancement and further training?"
Know your salary expectations
Salary packages and other benefits are generally advertised with the position (or within a set of options, in the case of SEEK). However, the interviewer may want to know what salary you’re expecting to earn. An important point to remember is to offer a range within which you’d like your pay to fall instead of offering an exact or fixed number. Be sure to keep the limits to a certain extent instead of allowing a the possibility of a large margin. For example, if you anticipate earning $75,000 per year, an appropriate range would be anywhere in the $73,000 to $80,000 or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Be mindful of additional perks and benefits as well and consider these when you evaluate your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your purse is important to ensure you have the confidence to answer the toughest questions. Be confident, feel confident and be courageous.
For help with the recruitment process, documents and credentials , and also for the preparation for your interview, reach out to Perth Resume. Our knowledgeable and professional consultants are able to help you with your interview preparation stages. Contact us today for the free quotation or phone us directly for a chat with one of our consultants at 1300 681 902.
