Interviewing is simply putting your sales plan into action! And like any effective sales person, you know your PRODUCT (i.e., skills, experience, training, education, etc.) and how they would benefit the CUSTOMER (the employer)
Now, I am almost sure you have heard this information before. But how about interviewing with the interviewer in mind? Well, I have found an article that presents some key things to consider BEFORE you attend your next interview.
Let’s continue our discussion on being the right candidate for the job you desire. As employers ultimately seek well-rounded candidates, let’s look at the next 3 items on our list of The Top Ten Things An Employer Wants:
- Critical Thinking/Creative Problem Solving Skills
So what is this anyway? It is the ability to utilize logical principles and careful reasoning to analyze a problem or information and develop & apply proper, innovative solutions. Why is this important to an employer? Every job at a company exists to solve problems. And thus, a significant part of your value is determined by your ability to thoroughly and accurately assess & interpret problems and implement valid solutions.
Time is a resource…and wise management of this resource is extremely valuable to an employer. Accomplishing tasks, goals, projects, etc. takes specific skills including prioritizing, planning, allocating, delegation, time analysis, organizing, scheduling, etc. Efficiency and thoroughness are key….so plan, analyze and implement well.
- Effective Communication Skills
How effectively do you deliver information to individuals? Are you both clear and concise? Well, effective communication (written and verbal) is a cornerstone for any employer. Your ability to understand and impart information can either help or hurt an organization. Analyze how you process information, extract significant/important details and then communicate that information to others. A little personal insight and brush up can go a long way.