Interview Preparation Tactics
A major and difficult aspects of job searching is the interview stage. Fear of being interviewed is a natural result of wanting the approval and support of others, especially from your prospective employers. Although talking about oneself may seem natural to certain people however, many are nervous about being asked about their work or prior achievements. Perhaps due to modesty or the discomfort arising from being asked questions about their personal life The interview process has evolved into one of the most nerve-wracking parts in the process of hiring.
This doesn’t need to be the case.
Interviews are an important means for the candidate to prove their capabilities have been demonstrated, as well as their potential. You’ve made it through the first step with your resume passing an appearance on ATS scanners, and your name being selected for an interview. This opportunity to present and elaborate upon your profile, work history as well as the key skills and experience is the equivalent of getting a step to the front when you convince the interviewer you’re the right candidate, it boosts your chances to be selected for the next stage of the selection process.
You can, fortunately, prepare for interviews in case you’re experiencing fears about speaking about your personal achievements. Training is the key to success and luckily, interview questions can be practiced before the date. The secret to successful interviews is preparation. Here are some tips that you can implement to improve your chances at nailing that interview and impressing your potential employers.
Make yourself comfortable when faced with tricky questions
Interviewers pose challenging questions partly because they want to elicit information and information, but also because they want to help you get out of potentially contentious topics and issues. Consider, for instance, the question "Why have you decided to quit your current role?"
The answer to this question may be because of management issues, or concerns with work-life balance, etc. Whatever the reason but the way that you formulate your answer will demonstrate your capacity to be an objective and fair observer. Answer honestly and explain your response with the greatest objectivity possible. This means removing emotional responses like answers based on feelings or sentiments 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 should us not take you on?" The key is to remain calm and plan your thoughts well.
Before speaking, outline your thoughts using the PREP method: POINT-REASON-EXPLANATION/EXAMPLE/-POINT. Begin with your topic and then provide a concise explanation or a brief summary of the reasons you responded in a certain way. Then, add instances or elaborate. After you have explained thoroughly, go back to the point you made earlier.
Similarly, if you are asked to write about your involvement in a task or project, you may employ an approach called the STAR Method, which is commonly used to respond the selection requirements. When using STAR it is necessary to describe the context,followed by a Task,then a description of the actionstaken then the Result.
It’s all in body language
Acting naturally in a stressful situation may be a daunting task but it is possible to practice professional communication. You can sit in front of a mirror or ask a friend you trust to ask questions of you and observe your behavior. Are you moving or fidgeting about nervously? Do you look stiff, standoffish, defensive or aloof in your body expression? Do you use appropriate gestures? Do your facial expressions reflect the point you are trying to make? Do you communicate authenticity, openness and genuine enthusiasm?
Be aware of your strengths and weak points.
Prior to your interview, you should review the description of the position. If you have read the job description and applied the roles and duties listed in it to alter and personalize your resume as well as other selection documents It is crucial to review the job description in order to accurately prepare yourself for interviewers. Be upfront and honest about your strengths and weaknesses. Being honest about your strengths can allow the interviewer to note your strengths as a potential customer. But, indicating your intention to improve your weaknesses is just as important.
Prepare questions
Another aspect to consider in the interview is showing genuine enthusiasm in the role and in the business. The best person to approach to ask questions of the person interviewing you is. If you noticed something interesting within the description of your job, or if you’ve got any questions that have not been answered by their FAQ page or guide questions (which can be found in the job description or the general page for hiring about section) You can raise them at the end of the interview, when your interviewer asks you to pose questions. Some of the questions you could ask your employer:
"How do I become an ideal candidate for the job, if I am offered the chance to work with your team?"
"Does the company has any major projects going on currently"
"What are the opportunities for further development and training?"
Know what your salary expectations are.
Benefits and salary packages are often advertised with the job (or as part of a range if applying through SEEK). However, interviewers may still be interested in knowing what you anticipate earning. An important point to remember is to include a range that you’d like your pay to be, rather than providing an exact or set number. Try to keep your limits to a certain extent instead of allowing a a wide margin. For example, if you are expecting to earn $75,000 per year, a good choice would be anything from the $73,000 to $80,000 or anyplace within the $10,000 range. Consider other perks and benefits too and think about these when you consider your salary goals.
Having these preparatory steps in your pocket is crucial to be prepared with the capability to handle the toughest questions. Be confident, self-assured and be courageous.
To assist with recruitment-related documents and credentials and for interview preparation, reach out to Perth Resume. Our professional and friendly consultants will be able to help you with your interview preparation steps. Contact us today for the free quote or contact us directly to speak with one our experts on 1300 648 974.
