“Make each minute count!” – Dave Edwards
There is much collective wisdom about interviewing for your next position. Wisdom will be shared by: job seekers, coaches, HR professionals, mentors, hiring managers, recruiters and, of course, friends and family.
The quote above is not simply about interviewing or even working. It is one I learned from a leader and COO that I admire. It is known by all in his organization and by those touched by the organization.
I have shared this quote before and, odds are, I will share it again. Why? It is not only a quote about a method of leadership or running a business, but a quote about a way of life. It is four little words that bring focus to what is important right now.
I share it now because it is central to embracing the secrets of interviewing — secrets that are rarely shared and even when known, often overlooked.
If a client tells me, “I get interviews, but I don’t get hired,” my first questions, as a coach, are about interview preparation.
The secrets to interview preparation that are often not shared and even less often practiced are:
- Knowing and understanding how you are feel about yourself, the interviewer and the particular position.
- Knowing how your personal energy and power radiates and then using that energy and power to your advantage. The four key times to leverage this secret are: the day before the interview, during the interview, in the minutes after the interview ends and the day after the interview.
- Being open and aware of the guidance and information provided during the interview.
If you are struggling to move into your desired position or land a second interview and feel you are well prepared and qualified for interviews, you may be overlooking these secrets.
Realize that leveraging your experience, skills and collective wisdom might not be enough. You may need to pause and review how you prepare for interviews.
“Make each minute count!” By using the secrets minute-by-minute you will land a new position faster and with less stress.
If something isn’t working, pause, reflect and adjust. If you need help with pausing and reflecting, seek some support and guidance. One of the fastest ways to avoid the pain and disappointment of repeated failed interviews is to discover quickly what to adjust.
It need not take you months of heartbreak and stress and mulitple job interviews to discover what to adjust. Often small changes can make big differences.
One option to consider is to have a focused dialogue with a coach to help you see what you might be missing. A small tweak or simple technique may be all you need to transform your next interview into an offer and a job you love.
Do you have a question or comment? Post it below or give me a call. I am happy to help you find the answers to your questions.
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