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So you\u2019re a fresh graduate from university. You feel that your job is not the right fit for you. You wonder what comes next. This is all too common. For most of our adult lives, we strive to get and keep a nice job with good benefits where we can also contribute with our expertise. But the journey of sending a job application to finally receiving that offer letter can be quite challenging, as recruiters look for more than the skill set on your resume. Typically, there is an initial application phase and an interview phase, the latter being a critical stage that determines whether or not you are truly fit for the job. <\/span>Knowing interview etiquette and how to present yourself<\/span> is important, but being prepared for an interview<\/a><\/strong> with the right information is what makes you, as a candidate, stand out to the recruiters and helps you ace the interview.<\/span><\/p>\n

This article will provide some useful information to help you prepare for an interview, along with additional tips to ensure the process goes without a hitch.<\/span><\/p>\n

Knowing what the job entails<\/span><\/h2>\n

First and foremost, before sitting for an interview you probably should know the details about the job you\u2019re applying to. Many job postings include a Job Description that lists what skills and requirements the employer is looking for in potential candidates, as well as what type of tasks will be assigned under the position. As a potential candidate, you need to do a thorough research into the job description as a first step. By going through the list of requirements you can do the following:<\/span><\/p>\n

Match skills to the job<\/span><\/h3>\n

After looking through the required skills needed for the job position you can then list down your personal skills and experience to match them to the requirements. By doing so you can determine whether or not you have the skill base needed to successfully perform tasks that will be assigned for the position, and it will also help you determine whether or not the job is an appropriate choice for you. Nowadays recruiters look for more than just the quantitative skills or the \u201cHard Skills\u201d mentioned in CVs, there is now more emphasis on the \u201cSoft Skills\u201d of individual candidates, especially in the service industry. <\/span>Find out which soft skills are most desired in the customer service sector<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Determine strengths<\/span><\/h3>\n

After matching your existing skills to the requirements listed in the Job Description, you can narrow down your personal strengths that are most suitable for the job. For example, if the job you are applying for requires you to be good at managing employees, you can put relatively more emphasis on your leadership skills during the interview than on other strengths you might have. By determining the right strengths to mention, you can stay focused on only the most relevant points while answering interview questions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Prepare examples of accomplishments<\/span><\/h3>\n

It is common for interviewers to ask follow-up questions after you mention your strengths. In many situations, interviewers will ask for a practical example of when you successfully used your strengths to tackle a difficult situation. Under these circumstances, it is important to have good examples or “success stories” prepared beforehand that you can mention to interviewers. By keeping these examples in mind before the interview, it will help you paint a more interesting picture of yourself with confidence to engage the interviewer. To create a compelling response, you can use the STAR approach:<\/span><\/p>\n