Interview Prep Made Easy: Resources to Get Hired Fast

Preparing for an interview is essential for making a lasting impression and increasing your chances of getting hired. Here are a few tips on how to prep for an interview: 

• Research the Company: Study the company’s website, mission, values and recent news to understand its culture and target audience.
• Understand the Role: Review the job description thoroughly and prepare examples of how your skills and past experience make you a good fit for the role.

• Know Your Resume: Prepare to discuss everything on your resume, including your work history, skills and accomplishments.

• Practice Common Interview Questions: Use the My Perfect Resume AI Virtual Recruiter tool and Big Interview training resources to practice common questions.  

• Prepare Questions to Ask: Have thoughtful questions ready for the interviewer, such as inquiries about the company culture, team dynamics or growth opportunities.

Effective preparation can help you feel more confident and ready to impress during your interview. See what to expect in an interview for additional guidance and support.

The STAR Method is an approach to answering behavioral interview questions by outlining situations in which you’ve demonstrated skills or handled challenges. STAR stands for:  

• Situation: Describe the context and background of the scenario. What was happening? Set the stage with enough detail so the interviewer understands the context.
• Task: Explain the task or challenge that you faced. What was your responsibility or role in this situation?
• Action: Detail the actions you took to address the task or resolve the situation. Focus on what you personally did, highlighting your contributions and decisions.
• Result: Share the outcome of your actions. What were the results? Be specific about how your efforts led to a positive conclusion, providing quantifiable results if possible. 

My Perfect Resume customers with Full Access can use the Big Interview STAR tool to build answers to common interview questions using the STAR method.

Preparing for a video interview involves a few additional steps beyond traditional interview preparation. Here’s how to ace your video interview:

• Test Your Technology: Ensure your internet connection is strong and stable. Test your video conferencing platform ahead of time to make sure it’s working properly.
• Choose the Right Location: Select a quiet, well-lit space with a neutral background that’s free from distractions. 

• Dress Professionally: Dress just as you would for an in-person interview. Choose professional attire that fits the company’s culture and looks polished on camera.

• Practice Eye Contact and Body Language: Look directly into the camera to simulate eye contact rather than looking at the screen or yourself.
• Practice a Mock Video Interview: Conduct a mock interview to practice answering questions on camera. 

Big Interview is an excellent tool for mock video interviews. Record your answers to get suggestions for improving your eye contact, vocabulary, tone and body language.

It’s essential to be ready for the questions you’re most likely to encounter to help you prepare and feel confident for your next job interview. Here are a few common interview questions: 

• What Is Your Educational Background?
• Give An Example of a Time You Accomplished a Goal.
• What Is Your Availability?
• How Do You Define Excellent Customer Service?
• What Makes You Qualified for this Position?

The specific questions the interviewer asks will depend on your industry and target role. We recommend using our Virtual Recruiter interview prep AI tool to practice job-specific questions.

Crafting a strong resume and cover letter that stands out to potential employers is essential for increasing your chances of securing an interview. Here are a few tips to get started:

• Tailor Your Resume: Customize your resume for each job you apply to by highlighting relevant skills and experience that match the job description.
• Optimize for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): Use our ATS Resume Checker to scan your resume for common errors and improve your resume score. 
• Write a Compelling Cover Letter: Use our Cover Letter Generator to craft a cover letter that expands upon your resume and explains why you are a great fit for the role.  
• Keep It Professional and Polished: Ensure that both your cover letter and resume format are well-organized and free of typos or inconsistencies. 
• Use Matching Templates: Select a matching resume and cover letter template for a polished and cohesive job application that impresses hiring managers. 

As you start scheduling your interviews, we recommend exploring our job interview skills training resources to learn how to navigate any interview with confidence