Interview Coaching

How to answer the Teamwork competency question

Laura-McGrath
November 21, 2022
Competency Question, teamwork question

Why do employers value team work?

In a recent survey, teamwork and communication skills ranked amongst the top five qualities sought by employers. Many companies are now focusing on team building as a way to differentiate themselves from their competitors in the belief that it will positively impact their bottom line. They recognise that team work brings about synergy – “the sum of the parts being greater than the whole” and if implemented correctly, teambuilding can make a company more productive, increase staff morale and foster innovation.

Selected Interview Categories - From Virtual Interviews to Promotional Interviews

Telephone Interviews – Dos and Don’ts

Laura-McGrath
November 21, 2022
virtual interviews

Many multinational companies use telephone interviews as an initial screening tool when hiring candidates. From their point of view it’s a quick, cheap way of assessing candidate suitability and finding out if they’ll fit the company culture.

There are some crucial differences between telephone and face to face interviews and understanding these will help you get through to the next stage.

Why wasn't I successful?

Dealing with Silence in Interviews

Laura-McGrath
November 20, 2022
Interview Nerves

What do you do when the flow of conversation comes to a grinding halt in an interview? It’s very easy to feel the weight of silence and the impulse to fill the gap can be hard to overcome. Below are some useful tips to help you deal with these wordless moments:

Why wasn't I successful?

How to manage the interviewer?

Laura-McGrath
November 20, 2022
interview styles

Interviewing is a complex process where personal dynamics take centre stage. By developing an awareness of the main personality types, you can help you improve your ability to adapt to the interviewer’s individual style. Developing such a flexible approach can impact on the direction and style of the interview and ultimately its outcome.

Graduates, Why wasn't I successful?

What your body language says about you

Laura-McGrath
November 13, 2022
Interview Nerves, Body Language, eye contact

Pictures speak louder than words…………………This is particularly true in an interview situation where body language plays a significant factor in determining whether an employer sees you as a trustworthy, confident, capable individual who has a future with their company. Interestingly, research has shown that words by themselves account for only 7% of the impact of your message, a hefty 38% of the message is transmitted by tone of voice and the remaining 55% is communicated by body language.

As most of us have no idea how we are perceived by other people we underestimate the significance of non verbal forms of communication and how it can lessen the impact on what we are saying. I have highlighted below, the four most common pitfalls for interviewees. By modifying your behaviour in these areas, you will dramatically increase your interview performance and your ability to influence the final outcome.

Interview Questions on Communications Skills

Graduates, Women in Leadership, Interviewing for Executives, Popular Interview Questions, Competency Questions

Interview Questions and answers on Communication Skills

Laura-McGrath
November 13, 2022
conflict, influencing, competency questions, stakeholder management

Once an employer is satisfied that you can do the job, they will focus their attention on your communication skills. Specifically they’ll want to know how you’ll interact with colleagues/ senior management /customers, how skilled you are at resolving conflict and how adept you are in the art of negotiation. By anticipating questions that will be asked, you can prepare examples that show your competency in these areas and prove that you are a great fit for the role.

Funny Interview Moments

Laura-McGrath
November 13, 2022

Humour and interviews do not often go hand in hand. But in the spirit of the New Year, we would like to share some amusing interview moments with you to help you start your job search on a happy note……………

Graduates

Graduate Interviews

Laura-McGrath
November 13, 2022

Recently graduated? Looking to get your first step on the career ladder? As there is always high interest in the best companies, graduates need to sharpen up their interview skills to give themselves the best possible chance of beating off the competition and securing a job offer.

Graduates, Popular Interview Questions

How to answer the interview question – “What are your strengths?”

Laura-McGrath
November 13, 2022
competency questions, what is your biggest weakness, Tell me about yourself

Although it is impossible to anticipate every interview question– being asked to describe your strengths is an old favourite and should be prepared for. As part of the recruitment process, employers will already have identified the essential qualities required in a prospective employee and by showing that your strengths compliment the job requirements, you will immediately stand out from the crowd.

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How to answer the Teamwork competency question

Telephone Interviews – Dos and Don’ts

Dealing with Silence in Interviews

How to manage the interviewer?

What your body language says about you

Interview Questions and answers on Communication Skills

Funny Interview Moments

Graduate Interviews

How to answer the interview question – “What are your strengths?”

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