5 Tips to Nail Your Next Interview

Writing a cover letter and résumé to apply for your dream job can be difficult, but putting your best foot forward in an interview can be even harder. Being prepared with the right questions and answers will make you shine, leaving the hiring manager no choice but to offer you the job! Here are five tips to help you nail your next interview.

1) How do you explain yourself? Here are five interview tips for success: Prepare yourself- Have your story prepared and practice it. Be sure to highlight achievements or other experiences that align with the job responsibilities. Read up on the company and research what they're looking for in a candidate. Develop questions you'll ask them, like What is the culture like here? or What are the career growth opportunities? Practice interviewing friends and asking them their feedback- this will help you get ready!

2) What are your leadership skills? Leadership skills can be assessed through an interview. It's important to answer questions honestly, but also with confidence and clarity so that the interviewer is able to get a full picture of your skillset. Use questions like this as an opportunity to demonstrate your communication skills, problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, and the ability to handle pressure in a realistic work environment. You should also have examples prepared for when you're asked about times you demonstrated those qualities or didn't handle them well.

3) Give an example of when you made the right call. I always know when I made the right call because it feels great! The last time I felt this way was when I showed up to my interview.

4) What would your current boss say about you? Pertaining to interview preparation, my current boss would say that I'm a quick learner. She says that I have a willingness to listen and an ability to process information quickly. I have experience with different types of work, and there are things in every position that no one person knows everything about. She also said she has seen me stay calm during tense situations and confidently lead the way out of them. Lastly, she said that I give 100% even if it's not in my job description or required.

5) Do you think you’re a great fit for this role? Great question. Let me tell you a little bit about myself and why I believe I am the perfect fit for this role. I’ve been working in the same industry for ten years now, which has given me experience in nearly every facet of this field, including various departments and all of the trends within the industry. Not only am I qualified, but I also have extensive experience in virtually every aspect of this role so that I can hit the ground running from day one.