Steps to Interview Readiness
A major and frightening aspects of the job search is the fear of an interview. The fear of an interview is a natural result of wanting recognition and acceptance from other people particularly from prospective employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might be natural for some but others feel nervous about being asked questions about their career or past achievements. Perhaps because of modesty, or the anxiety that comes from being asked questions about their personal life, the interview has become among the more intimidating aspects that are required to hire.
It doesn’t have to be the case.
Interviews are an important way for the applicant to prove their capabilities are, their achievements, and potential. You have already passed the first step, with your resume making an appearance on ATS scanners and your name being considered for an interview. This chance to present and elaborate upon one’s profile, employment history as well as key abilities and knowledge is the aforementioned way to get noticed If you can convince the interviewer that you’re qualified, it boosts your chances of passing to the next step in the selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interviews in case you’re experiencing fears about speaking about your accomplishments. It is important to practice to a successful interview, and luckily, the questions can be practiced before the date. The key to a flawless interview is preparation, and here are some helpful tips you can implement to improve your chances of getting through that interview and impressing your prospective employers:
Learn to be comfortable around difficult questions.
Interviewers will ask you tough questions, partly because they want to gain information as well as since they want to help you get out of potentially contentious questions and concerns. Consider for instance the question "Why are you leaving your current position?"
The reason for this may be because of management concerns, or issues about the balance between work and life, etc. No matter the answer but the way that you formulate your answer will demonstrate your ability to be a fair and objective observer. Be honest and articulate your answer in the most objective way possible. This means eliminating emotional responses like answers based on emotions or feelings and are not substantiated by facts.
Other important questions to ask are "What made you apply for this role?", "Why should us choose to hire you?", or trick questions such as "Why do you not take you on?" The key is to not lose composure and plan your thoughts well.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Begin with your topic and follow up with a short reason or summary as to why you responded a certain way. Then, add details or go into more detail. After you’ve clarified your points thoroughly you can go back to your previous point.
Similarly, if you are required to explain your participation on a project or task it is possible to utilize an approach called the STAR Method, which is commonly used to respond to selection criteria. If you are using STAR the first thing you need to do is write a Situation,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken then the final result.
It’s all in body language
Being natural in a difficult situation can be difficult However, you can make sure you are practicing professional communication. Sit in front of a mirror or have a trusted companion to ask questions and note your mannerisms. Are you shifting or fidgeting around in a tense manner? Do you look uneasy, aggressive or reserved in your body and speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Are your facial expressions consistent with what you want to convey? Do you communicate genuineness, honesty and genuine concern?
Think about your strengths and weaknesses.
Prior to the interview, ensure that you read the job description once more. In the event that you’ve read the description and then used the roles and responsibilities outlined therein to modify and customise your resume and other document of selection It is imperative to think about the job description and how you will describe yourself to the interviewer. Be candid and open concerning your abilities and shortcomings. Being realistic about your strengths can allow the interviewer to see your unique selling points as a prospective client. However, showing your determination to address your weaknesses will be just as relevant.
Prepare questions
Another important aspect of the interview is showing genuine enthusiasm in the job and within the business. The best person to inquire questions is your interviewer. If you have noticed something intriguing in the job description, or you have questions that have not been answered by their FAQ page or 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 the interviewer is encouraging you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer:
"How can I be the most suitable person for the job, if I am offered the chance to work alongside you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects in the pipeline in the present"
"What are the chances to further develop and learn?"
Know your salary expectations
Benefits and salary packages are typically advertised along with the position (or within a set of options, when applying via SEEK). But, interviewers might inquire about the amount you’re expecting to earn. An important point to remember is to provide a range in which you’d like your salary to be, rather than providing an exact or set number. Try to keep your range as narrow as possible instead of offering a an expansive margin. For example, if you anticipate earning $75,000 per year, a sensible range would be anywhere in the $73,000 to $80,000 area or anywhere within the $10,000-$10,000 range. Be mindful of other benefits and perks too and think about these when you are evaluating your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your bag is vital to be prepared with the capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, feel confident, and be bold.
For help with the recruitment process, documents or credentials as well as the preparation for your interview, contact Perth Resume. Our professional and friendly consultants can help you through your preparatory stages. Contact us today to receive the free quote or call us direct to speak with one of our consultants at 1300 993 659.
