Ace Your Interviews: Preparation Guide
The most daunting aspects of job hunting is the interview stage. It is a normal result of wanting to seek acceptance and approval from others and especially your potential employers. While speaking about themselves may be natural for some However, some are uncomfortable being asked questions regarding their careers or their previous successes. Perhaps it is because of modesty or the discomfort arising from being asked to answer personal questions The interview process has evolved into an extremely intimidating aspects that are required to hire.
This does not have to be the situation.
Interviews are a crucial means for the candidate to demonstrate their skills, achievements, and potentials. You’ve already completed the initial step with your resume passing an appearance on ATS scanners and your name getting a callback. This opportunity to present and elaborate further on your profile, work history and the most important skills and knowledge is the aforementioned way to get noticed and if you can convince the interviewer you’re a good fit you increase your odds to be selected for the next step of the final selection process.
There is no need to be worried about preparing for interviews if you have apprehensions about talking about your personal achievements. Training is the key to success, and fortunately, interview questions can be rehearsed prior to the time. The secret to flawless interviews is preparation, and here are some guidelines you can use to increase your chances of aceing that interview and impressing your potential employers.
Make yourself comfortable when faced with tricky questions.
Interviewers pose challenging questions in part, to gain information and information, but also in order to help you come out of potentially contentious questions and concerns. For instance, consider the question "Why do you want to leave your current job?"
The answer to this question could be due to management issues, or concerns about the balance between work and life, etc. No matter the answer but the way in which you phrase your answer will show your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Give a clear and honest explanation of your responses in the most objective way feasible. This means removing any emotional responses , such as responses that are based solely on emotions or feelings and are not substantiated by actual facts.
Other questions to be prepared for are "What did you do to get this role?", "Why should be hiring you?", or trick questions like "Why should you not take you on?" The key is to remain calm and arrange your thoughts with care.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Start with your statement and then provide a concise note of the reason or reasons the reasons you responded in a certain manner. Then, add examples or further elaborate. After you have explained thoroughly, go back to the point you made earlier.
Also, if asked to describe your involvement in a project or task, you may use to describe your involvement in a project or task, you can use the STAR Method, which is often used when responding to selection criteria. When using STAR it is necessary to describe a situation,followed by a Task,then a description of Actionstaken, and lastly, the Result.
It’s all in the body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation may be a tall order However, you can learn to communicate professionally. You can sit in front of a mirror or ask a friend you trust to ask questions and observe your behavior. Are you flitting or shifting about nervously? Do you appear intimidating, stiff, defensive or reserved in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect the point you are trying to make? Do you display openness, sincerity and genuine enthusiasm?
Be aware of your strengths and weaknesses.
Prior to your interview, ensure that you review the job description once more. Assuming that you’ve read the description and then used the roles and responsibilities outlined within to customize and modify your resume and other selection documents It is imperative to look at the job description to clearly describe yourself to the interviewer. Be upfront and honest regarding your weaknesses and strengths. Being open about your strengths will allow interviewers to recognize your strengths as a prospect. But, indicating your intention to address your weaknesses is just as important.
Prepare questions
Another key aspect of the interview is showing genuine interest for the position and the business. The most appropriate person to ask questions is your interviewer. If you have noticed something intriguing on the resume or you have concerns that weren’t answered by their FAQ page or the guide questions (which are typically found within the job packet or their general hiring page About section), raise these after the interview when the interviewer is encouraging you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer:
"How do I become the best person for the job, should I be given the opportunity to join members of your staff?"
"Does the company have any major projects on at the moment"
"What are the possibilities to further develop and learn?"
Be aware of your salary expectations
Salary packages and other benefits are often advertised with the position (or as part of a range, if applying through SEEK). However, the interviewer may inquire about the amount you’re expecting to earn. One important tip is to include a range that you’d like your pay to fall instead of offering an exact or set number. Be sure to keep the range tight instead of giving the possibility of a large margin. For instance, if think you will earn $75,000 in a year, a good choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 range, or anything in the range of $10,000. Consider other perks and benefits in addition to these when you evaluate your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your back pocket is essential to ensure you have the readiness to face the toughest questions. Be confident, self-assured and bold.
To assist with recruitment-related documents and credentials and for interview preparation, contact Perth Resume. Our professional and friendly consultants are able to help you with your interview preparation steps. Contact us today for a no-cost quote or call us direct to speak with one our experts on 1300 591 447.
