Sitting in front of an interviewer is probably one of the most daunting situations we can encounter. We usually put a lot of research into how best to answer questions, to put our best experiences and capabilities forward and make as good an impression as possible.
But what exactly do interviewers look for in a potential candidate? What qualities do they really look for when sizing us up for the position?
If you know what these are, you can make sure you tick all their boxes during the interview and leave knowing you’re definitely in the running for the job.
The Most Common Questions on an Interviewer’s Mind
So you’re in the interview and answering all the questions as thoroughly and informatively as you can. But what untold questions are going on in the interviewer’s mind? What are they looking for behind your answers? Here is a list of 8 common thoughts an interviewer has when meeting a potential employee.
1. Do You Actually Answer the Questions I Ask?
It’s always recommended to prep on common interview questions and rehearsing how you would answer them, but the danger with this is you can regurgitate an answer you’ve thought about, trying to make it fit the question. In the process you may not really be giving an answer they are looking for.
The key is to be in the moment when listening to the questions they ask and try to respond naturally and in a conversational tone if possible. Overly-prepared answers can come across as parrot-like and detached so try to connect with the interviewer as much as you can.
2. Do You Have Reasonable Expectations?
All employers want happy employees to create a positive work dynamic so this is why many interviewers will look for signs of how your expectations match up to the job role. If you come across as expecting to progress much more quickly than is viable, they may question whether the role will really suit you.
Entering the interview with as much knowledge of the job role as possible is key to whether you feel you’re a good match for this job and if you’ll be truly happy in it. Be honest with yourself if you feel the job may not rise to your expectations.
3. Are You a Problem Solver?
This is a fine line. While they are looking for examples of how you’ve solved problems in your previous job roles, being over-confident and explaining how you…
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