Interviewers face a heavy burden
of responsibility in trying 'to get things right first time', and this
is likely to be shown not only in how they design the interview but
also how they approach prospective candidates such as yourself. While
selection becomes more stringent, high caliber candidates will be able
to negotiate more rewarding positions as the pool of scarce skills
diminishes.
Greater care in processing your application and devising
a more structured interview based on your past experience or future
potential will be much more in evidence. This will be of distinct
benefit to those who prepare fully and are not judged predominantly on
first impressions and like ability.
'Failure to prepare is to prepare to fail!'
Before you go to the interview, consider the kind of interaction which is likely to take place between you and the interviewer. For example:
Each
type of interaction demands a different strategy on your part. Separate
each of these and, for the purposes of your own self-presentation, plan
how you would undertake each approach.
Always present yourself in a
positive way, avoiding any phrases which indicate that you are not used
to problem solving or that show you are somewhat self-deprecating. For
example, rather than saying 'the problem with that was ...', or `of
course that was always a difficult task ...', talk instead about the
challenge of devising solutions, the excitement of tackling a thorny
issue and coming up with a creative plan of action. Passivity is of
little value when trying to portray yourself as an effective problem
solver and creative thinker.
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