It’s better to be honest about these things upfront than to pretend you have all the answers while being grilled by the interviewer (they’ll see right through you!). My advice: If you’re going into a position or industry that is new to you, bring up any potential obstacles or concerns at the beginning of the interview.
The real question is, can you admit to your faults or shortcomings and convince us that they will not be a problem, should we decide to hire you?
Translation: Even though you’re sharing a lot of great qualities about yourself, we all know that nobody is perfect. Say something like, “I hope to be in a position where I will be able to contribute to company goals and make a difference.” Then to really wow ’em, add something like, “I was able to expand my responsibilities and enhance my skills at my previous organization by…” This type of answer will show your interest, understanding, and commitment to the position you are seeking (yet will also convey your intentions of staying with the company long-term). The last thing a hiring manager wants to worry about is that you’re going to jump around the minute you get in. For instance, if you’re applying for a job as the receptionist – just to get your foot in the door (hoping to later become a sales rep), don’t bring that up. My advice: Think of a reply that shows you have done your homework on the company (their size, the number of employees, their company culture, etc.) but that also expresses your clear understanding of the job at hand. Translation: Do you really understand this position and are your career goals in alignment with the company? The interviewer is NOT necessarily interested in your family and travel plans at this stage of the game. Question: Where do you see yourself in five years? Well, lucky for you, I am fluent in “interview speak,” and I can translate the words being asked… and what they really mean. It’s true, there are certain interview questions that seem a little off the wall, and you wish you could jump inside the hiring manager’s head to figure out exactly what he or she wants to hear! Why are certain questions asked during interviews? It’s a risk, but one worth taking… if the price is right! Just remember, you may run into the same situation (just under a different roof). Find a new job– This is going the extreme, but maybe it’s time to look elsewhere. By trying out a new role, while maintaining the familiarity of your organization… you may just get what you wanted.ĥ. Look into transfer opportunities within the company. Make a move within – Maybe it’s time for a change. As difficult as it may seem to turn a negative outcome into a positive opportunity – it’s the right thing to do (and will be well received).Ĥ. Come up with a plan – If your boss indicated a performance issue, be proactive and suggest working together on ways to make improvements.
Does it have to do with your performance? Was it a timing issue? Is it a budget issue?ģ. Ask for feedback – Don’t just leave it at, “no,” find out why. First and foremost, don’t get mad (at least not publicly!) – This is probably the worst reaction to a boss who says, “no.” You are always under surveillance, particularly in circumstances such as this. So, what to do next? Consider these tips and suggestions:ġ. Then again, you’ve hopefully checked around already… before putting your hand out! If you’re interested in getting a glimpse of going rates, click here and enter the requested fields to see where you stand. On the other hand, there are a lot of businesses hiring out there (for potentially similar positions) and you should be paid fairly. What a kick in the pants, especially after you built up the courage to ask and likely took the time to plead your case! With budget cuts and downsizing, I can see why a raise (right now, anyway) may be out of the question for some companies. I asked for a raise recently, but didn’t get it.
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