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Landing a job interview is only the first step, how well you ace an interview is what gets you hired. These seven steps will help you prepare for your job interview, make a strong impression, and increase your chances of getting hired quickly.
If you’re a CanScribe alumnus, you’ve likely received a list of our employment partners that are hiring. Use that list alongside these tips to ace an interview and find a work-from-home job that matches your skills.
Ready to Ace an Interview?
Getting hired requires both patience and consistent effort throughout the job application process. Remember, don’t take it personally if your resume gets rejected by a company. Review your resume, make a few changes, and apply again. Each job application attempt is a learning opportunity, even when waiting for responses becomes frustrating. If you keep your resume handy and try applying again for that same job a month or so down the line, you might get an interview! They might not need you now, but you might be what they’re looking for in the future.
While keeping that in mind, here are our tips to ace an interview and get you hired quickly!
Step 1: Prepare Your Resume Before Applying
Tailor Your Resume to Each Job Posting
Be sure your resume is well-written, clear, and concise, and that it outlines the skills and knowledge you’ve attained throughout the program. A strong resume is what earns you a job interview in the first place, and a well-prepared one gives you a head start when it’s time to ace an interview.
Be sure to tailor your resume to the employer. Our instructors can always help you shine up your resume if needed. CanScribe graduates can also explore career opportunities available to program graduates. They are a valuable resource, so don’t worry about reaching out to them, even if you graduated years ago!
If you want more tips on how to respond to a job ad, check out how to improve your chances of being considered for a job. You can also get tips on how to write a cover letter when you work from home, or you can check out our webinars on our YouTube channel.
Step 2: Research the Company Before Your Interview
Study the Job Description in Detail
Without a doubt, a company that’s called you for an interview will want to see that you’ve researched their company and know a little about who they are. CanScribe’s career preparation resources for program graduates can help you approach this step with confidence. If you research their company, it shows initiative and a clear interest in the role on your part. If you’ve studied the job description, that’s a bonus, and you should try to find ways in the interview to reference the research you’ve done on the company and ask specific questions about the role and how your skills align with the job description.
Doing this kind of homework beforehand is one of the most overlooked ways to ace an interview.
Step 3: Prepare Answers to Common Interview Questions
Practice Your Answers Out Loud
Researching common interview questions helps you prepare confident answers before your job interview. Research industry-specific interview questions, write out your answers, and practice them aloud. Grabbing a friend or a family member to play the role of an interviewer and do mock interviews can be helpful. Practicing out loud is one of the simplest ways to ace an interview when the real questions catch you off guard.
Step 4: Make a Strong First Impression
Handle Small Talk to Ace an Interview
A positive attitude and confident body language are your strongest assets in a job interview. You should be prepared for the interviewer to break the ice with small talk at the beginning and later in the interview. Remember that a job interview is a conversation for both parties. Treat the interviewer as you would a professional colleague you are meeting for the first time. Be personable, but don’t go over the top.
Step 5: Stay Calm and Be Yourself
How Your Personality Helps You Ace an Interview
You might feel a little anxious, awkward, and intimidated by the interview when you finally sit down, which is normal. A job interview gives you the opportunity to evaluate whether the company is a good fit for you.
Interviews are a two-way street, they want to see if you’ll be a good fit for the company, and you want to know if you would enjoy working at that company. Staying calm and being yourself is often what helps you ace an interview, more than having a perfectly rehearsed answer for everything. Don’t be afraid to show a little personality in your interview; if they don’t choose you, you might not have wanted to work at that company anyways.
Step 6: Ask Questions at the End of the Interview
Questions to Ask About the Role and Culture
Yes, you want to ask questions at the end of the interview. Yes, they should be about finding out what is expected of you at the job, how many hours a week it is, and when the start date is. You should ask questions about the culture of the company as well. You’ll want to know if the people are easy to talk to, fun, and supportive. Ask questions to find out if you’d enjoy working at the company. What are the company’s values? If the company’s values and culture don’t align with how you are, it might not be a fit or a good place to put your energy into.
Asking thoughtful questions like these is just as important as answering them well if you want to ace an interview.
Step 7: Send a Follow-Up Email After the Interview
What to Include in Your Follow-Up Message
Sending a follow-up email one to two days after your interview is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your application and help you ace an interview from start to finish. By taking a minute to send a follow-up message or email, you are taking another step towards increasing your chances of getting the job you applied for. A well-written follow-up email also reinforces that you can communicate professionally in a work-from-home environment.
This message should include that you were grateful for the time spent at the interview, how your skills align with the position, and how excited you are at the opportunity to work in the role. This step will bring your application at the company full circle and keep you top of mind for the employer.
Congratulations on finishing the program, and we hope our interview tips to ace an interview will help find you that work-from-home job you’ve worked so hard for! Learn more about financial assistance options available to CanScribe students if you’re still considering your next step. If you have questions about working on your resume or more tips for interviews, CanScribe graduates have lifetime access to our instructors and resources for just that!
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