5 Interview Strategies to Get a Well-paying Job

How do you want to feel walking out of your next job interview? Do you want to feel confident that you nailed it or unsure if you will even get that job?

What if I told you there is a way to go into each interview feeling prepared and able to showcase why you’re the top candidate?

With so many qualified people applying for jobs, you need tactics to help you stand out.  Here are five interview strategies to get a well-paying job.

1. Score A Success In The First Five Minutes

Research shows that interviewers decide whether to employ you within the first five minutes and then spend the rest of the interview looking for evidence to confirm their decision. The first impression always impacts your chances of securing any job.

So, what can you do to pass the initial test? Bring the energy to the room, show your enthusiasm, and start with a positive note.

2. Make Your Selling Points Clear

Assume trying to communicate your selling points in the interview session, but the interviewer doesn’t get it. Will you get a score? The answer is No!

To impress, avoid giving long, irrelevant stories to the interviewer, as they keep your key points hidden.

Investing in job interview coaching will help you understand your key strengths and how to outline your key selling points that make you the right candidate for the role.

3. Ask insightful questions.

Rather than staying totally silent as the interviewer asks you questions, have some of your own prepared. Ask about the team’s current goals or challenges, typical career growth opportunities, or what success looks like in the first year.

Using this time to continue evaluating cultural fit can clinch the deal. Just be tactful asking and have questions that show you did research beforehand.

4. Be On Message from The Outset

Observing the politicians will make you realise they always have something to say. They are coached and advised to have a maximum of three key messages to get across.

The same applies to your interview journey; any expert interview coach will tell you to consider having two or three key points about your value proposition. This will make the interviewer remember you.

5. Close with a compelling case.

You’ve made it through the interview – now make the strongest impression on your way out.

Instead of just thanking the interviewer, briefly repeat why you’re the best fit and summarise what excites you about this company and role.

 Use this opportunity to highlight your top selling points one more time. A solid closing argument gives the interviewer a positive impression to remember you by as they consider candidates.

Do you have upcoming interviews but don’t know how to position yourself as a strong candidate? Look no further; book an interview preparation coaching today and sharpen your interview skills.