Are you preparing for your job interviews effectively? These simple but overlooked strategies will set you apart from your competitors.
Review the job description
Go through the objectives and responsibilities listed in the job description and think of specific examples of when you’ve done similar work in your previous roles. Having examples pre-identified and written down will ensure you don’t blank out under pressure and will give you confidence when speaking about your experience.
Focus on what you can do for them
Businesses want to know that you can solve a problem or need they have. Keep your answers focused on the impact you’ve made in your previous roles. Use the S.T.A.R (Situation Task Action Result) framework to demonstrate the results you have achieved.
Use their language
Research your target organization’s mission and vision statements and take note of the keywords and phrases they use to describe themselves. By weaving these keywords into your answers, you will mirror their company culture. Show your interviewer that you are interested in furthering their mission, not just another candidate looking for a paycheck.
Veronica Salaverria 