10 Tips to Prepare for a Panel Interview - Your Career Intel

10 Tips to Prepare for a Panel Interview - Your Career IntelWith mora and more einstellungsgesprchs being held by a panel of 3 or 4 people, how do you prepare for all the questions lobbed at you? Hint PREPAREHeading into any job interview can be stressful, but for some candidates, heading into a panel interview can be particularly nerve wracking. Given that panel interviews are here to stay, here are some of my tips to make sure you go in prepared and poised for anything the panel throws at you.Before the InterviewDo your homework A panel interview is like any other interview, so make sure you ask your recruiter for more information on the panelists names and titles. Use the company website and LinkedIn to get background on their current role in the organization.Practice Your Answers Panel interviews typically focus on behavioral questions along the lines of Tell me about a time you handled a tough situation? or How did you increase schlussverkauf? However, as you will have multiple people lobbing questions at you, take time beforehand to tailor your answers to the person asking it. Practice saying those answers out loud to make them as succinct as possible.During the InterviewShake Hands With Everyone Even though you may be nervous, outwardly project confidence. Shake hands with all the panelists and introduce yourself. If they offer their business cards, read it carefully to make a mental note of who is who on the panel and what function they serve. You can also make a note in your notebook and dont be shy of taking notes during the interview employers often appreciate that.Let Panelists Finish Asking Their Questions Dont interrupt the panelists with breathless questions. Panel interviews tend to be more formal and interrupting the panelists becomes very disruptive. Take a deep breath and wait for your turn to answer.If you Dont Understand the Question, Ask them to Repeat it If youre unsure of what the question is getting at, ask the panelist to repeat the q uestion. If you need more time to think about what youre going to say, you can also paraphrase the question to frame your answer correctly.Ditch the Jargon Your panel may comprise of employees from different divisions, and they may not all be familiar with the technical lingo of your department. So, ditch the jargon and keep the answers simple and easy to understand.Pay Attention to Body Language Be mindful that even though you are answering one person, you have to acknowledge the rest of the panel as well. Make sure you maintain eye contact with all the panelists and try and build consensus among them with your answers.Use the Interview to Showcase Your Cross-Functional Leadership Abilities A panel interview needs you to make your case to a diverse group so you have to be able to state your achievements confidently and back them up with quantifiable proof. Moreover, as you have to communicate with different members of a group, panel interviews are test cases of how you interact wit h multiple personalities and perform under pressure.After the InterviewDont leave the room without making the most of the end of the interview. Make sure you smile, shake hands with the panel and reiterate why you think youd be great for their open position.And finally, dont forget to send a thank-you email or note to all of the panelists. If you know who among them might be your boss you can send them an individual note thanking them for the opportunity.Are there any tips that I may be missing? Drop me line here to share your ideas on how to ace panel interviews.

Back to Work Turn Over a New Leaf - Jobscan Blog

Back to Work Turn Over a New Leaf - Jobscan BlogPosted on August 31, 2016November 11, 2018 by James Hu Something about the temperature dropping, leaves changing and backpacks bobbing up and down outside our windows makes us reminiscent for the start of school. While most of us havent had a first day of school in years (lets not admit how many), the nostalgia remains strong. Why not harness that first-day-of-school feeling and use it to start fresh in your work life? Whether youre beginning a job search or simply looking to freshen up your current job, here are some tips on how to turn over a new leaf. The fall job searchYou know that kick of motivation you feel in the fall? Well, everybody else is feeling that as well. Competition for jobs is high this time of year, and companies hiring budgets are getting low. On the other hand, many companies are noticing how soon the end of the year is coming and hoping to use up their hiring budget before then. Whether fall is a good time to look for a new job or not could be argued a hundred different ways. Truthfully, that shouldnt be your focus. Use this back-to-work mentality to jump into your job search at full speed, and youll get a job regardless of seasonality. What steps should you take to start a job search? Glad you askedThe basic steps are as follows fix up your resume, network, and use job boards. Without a proper resume, the rest of your job search is pointless. Check out our Resume Writing Guide to help you optimize yours.Follow these easy steps to fix up your resume.Once your resume is perfect, you should focus your efforts on networking. When we say networking, were talking about two different kinds networking in person and networking on social media. You should be doing both. Attend local events or seminars in your field and reach out to former coworkers or mentors to meet for coffee. When networking online, LinkedIn should be your best friend. Take advantage of LinkedIn groups, and consider using Facebook and Twitter to increase your social media networking output.Think of job boards as the friend you call when your best friend is on vacation. LinkedIn is your best friend, but job boards are a close second. Research job boards and pick out two or three that you prefer. Check in on those job boardslike every good friend shoulda few times every week to see if any new jobs catch your eye. Each time you apply for a new job, customize your resume for ATS.Freshen up your work lifeWhat about those of you who love your job but also love fall? Jobscan can help you take advantage of starting fresh as well. After all, loving your job does not mean you dont get bored from time to time (or everyday). To figure out how you should start fresh, break down your daily schedule.Ask yourself, what are a few of the things I love about my daily schedule? Those are the things you should leave alone. Then ask the inverse, what are a few of the things I dont love about my daily schedule? Can any of those ta sks be delegated to someone else or removed completely? If not, move your schedule around. One of the hardest parts about having the saatkorn job for a long time is the monotony that can ensue. If you normally do a certain task that you dont like in the morning, change it to the afternoon. Just that tiny change in habit can breathe fresh air into your daily routine.Networking is often associated with finding a new job. However, networking can be useful to those who are happy with their current jobs as well. One way to improve our work life is to learn more about the field you work in. By networking with other people in your field, both online and in person, you will pick up new knowledge and be even better at what you do. Networking is also great for building up your client base, meeting people who could join your team, developing side projects and preparing for a future job search. All of these aspects will make you happier in your day-to-day work life. The infographic below shows the steps of in-person networking.One thing is for sure, whether you are searching for a new job or sticking with your current job, the inspiration brought on by the crisp fall air should not go to waste. Take charge of your work life the way you used to take charge of the first day of schoolwith positivity, excitement, and high hopes for the year ahead.Facebook Commentswpdevar_comment_1 span,wpdevar_comment_1 iframewidth100% important