Tackling Common Interview Blockers
Job interviews can be challenging, but knowing how to overcome common hurdles can set you up for success! 💪✨ Here are the 6 most common interview blockers and how to beat them:
Nerves & Anxiety 😰 Strategy: Practice with mock interviews and deep breathing techniques to build confidence. Just remember, your interviewers are people at the end of the day, they’ve been in your shoes before!
Weak Answers to Common Questions 🤔 Strategy: Prepare and rehearse answers to frequently asked questions using the STAR method. Use caution not to over-rehearse to the point where your responses sound so scripted.
Lack of Knowledge About the Company 🏢 Strategy: Research the company thoroughly and understand its mission, values, and recent news. Do research into the specific area of the business which you’re applying for. Remember, an interview is also an opportunity for you to interview your next potential company!
Inability to Showcase Your Skills 💡 Strategy: Use specific examples from past experiences to highlight your strengths and achievements. Be sure to make it specific; and use caution about saying “we” too much.
Poor Communication Skills 📞 Strategy: Work on clear and concise responses, and practice active listening during interviews.
Not asking tailored questions❓Strategy: Don’t ask generic interview questions; ask tailored questions to the company and job for which you’re applying for. This is a great opportunity to show the interviewers how interested you are!
Without feedback from an outside party, these blockers are often difficult to assess if you haven’t had many interviews recently. At Career Ready, we’ll help increase your self-awareness around these blockers and provide actionable tips to overcome them to ace that next interview!
