Optimizing Your Interview Preparation
A major and difficult aspects of the job search is the dreaded interview round. It is a normal consequence of seeking approval and validation from others and especially your potential employers. Although expressing their opinions about themselves might seem natural to certain people, others are apprehensive about being asked about their professional or previous achievements. Perhaps it is because of modesty or the fear of being asked questions about their personal life, the interview has become one of the biggest and most intimidating aspects that are required to hire.
This doesn’t need to be the situation.
Interviews are a great means for the candidate to prove their capabilities are, their achievements, and potential. You’ve passed the first step and your resume has made it through ATS scanners, and your name being considered for an interview. This opportunity to present and elaborate upon your profile, work history, and key skills and expertise is the proverbial way to get noticed: if you convince the interviewer that you’re a good fit that increases your chances of passing the next step of the selection process.
There is no need to be worried about preparing for interviews if you have doubts about speaking about your personal achievements. It is important to practice to a successful interview, and luckily, the questions can be rehearsed before the date. 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 your future employers.
Get comfortable around tricky questions
Interviewers will ask you tough questions, partially because they wish to gather information and information, but also because they want to see you navigate your way out of potentially contentious questions and worries. For instance, consider the question "Why are you resigning from your current job?"
The answer to the question could be due to problems with management, or concerns about work-life balance. No matter the answer, however, the manner the way you frame the answer will indicate your ability to be a fair and objective observer. Be honest and articulate your answer in the most objective way is possible. This includes removing emotional responses like answers based on feelings or emotions and are not supported by actual facts.
Other questions to be prepared for are "What did you do to get this job?", "Why should us choose to hire us?", or trick questions like "Why do be able to not hire you?" The key is to not lose composure and organise your thoughts carefully.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Start with your statement and follow with a brief reason or summary as to why you responded a certain way. Next, provide specific examples or provide more details. After you have explained thoroughly you can go back to your original point.
In the same way, if you’re required to explain your participation on a project or task then you can utilize this method. STAR Method, which is typically used to respond to criteria for selection. In using STAR you will need to write an situation,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken then the result.
All it is in the body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation may be a challenge However, you can practice professional communication. Place yourself in front of a mirror or ask a friend you trust to ask questions and note your mannerisms. Are you moving or fidgeting around with a nervousness? Are you looking rigid, aloof, defensive or shut off in your body or speech? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect what you want to make? Do you show genuineness, honesty and genuine enthusiasm?
Consider your strengths and weak points.
Before you go to the interview, ensure that you go over the job description over again. Assuming you read the job description and used the roles and responsibilities described in the description to make changes to your resume as well as other selection documents, it is important to look at the job description in order to accurately present yourself to the interviewer. Be upfront and honest about your strengths and weaknesses. Being open regarding your strengths will allow the interviewer to notice your strengths as a potential client. However, showing your determination to improve your weak points will be equally important.
Prepare questions
Another important aspect of the interview is to show genuine interest for the position and the business. The best person to inquire to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you noticed something interesting in the job description, or if you have any questions that have not been answered by their FAQ page or guide questions (which are usually found in the job packet or their general hiring page about section), raise these during the interview, when your interviewer invites you to ask questions. The most interesting questions you could ask your employer:
"How can I be the most qualified person for this task, if given the opportunity to work with you and your colleagues?"
"Does the company have any major projects in the pipeline right now"
"What are the possibilities to further develop and learn?"
Be aware of your salary expectations
The salary package and other benefits are generally advertised with the position (or in a variety, when applying via SEEK). However, the interviewer may inquire about the amount you are expecting. An important point to remember is to give a range of where you’d like your salary to be, rather than providing an exact or fixed number. Try to keep your limit to a narrow range instead of providing the possibility of a large margin. If, for instance, you expect to make $75,000 a year, an appropriate range is anywhere between the $73,000-$80,000 range or anywhere within the $10,000 range. Also, be aware of other perks and benefits too and think about these when you consider your salary goals.
These steps to prepare in your bag is vital to be prepared with the ability to tackle the most difficult questions. Be confident, be self-assured, and be bold.
For assistance in recruitment-related documents and credentials , and also for interview preparation, reach out to Perth Resume. Our knowledgeable and professional consultants will be able to guide you through the interview preparation stages. Contact us now for your complimentary quote or phone us directly to speak with one our experts on 1300 820 847.
