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A successful job #interview is often the product of preparation, strong execution, and being yourself.
One X-factor that many people overlook is storytelling. In many ways, you are putting on a show for the hiring manager - and you're telling the story of your professional life.
You should tell stories about how your behavior improved the companies you worked for -- and you can tell unforgettable stories behind your hobbies and interests. Whatever your hobbies or interests are, tell a story or experience about it that your interviewer won’t soon forget.
What stories can you tell in an interview that will be memorable? #jobsearch #TellYourStory
What are your black Friday nightmare stories as an employee?
Working the Friday after Thanksgiving is difficult. Customers rush for deals as the kick off to Christmas commences.
This is can be a dreaded day for employees -- describe your #BlackFridayNightmare from years past. Also what could companies do to make the experience better for employees and customers alike? #TellYourStory #RetailNightmare #BlackFriday
Best (and worst) ways to quit a job?
Do you always give two weeks notice? Must you quit in writing? How have you quit your job in the past? #WordsOfAdvice #TellYourStory
We liked your story!
Interviews are a great time to share your traits with employers, but rather than say "I am a people person", "hard worker," etc. include those details in a story and provide examples to WOW them!
Tips: • Prepare 3 or 5 stories in advance by mapping out exactly what you want to share and what you want the employer to know about you. • When you mention a trait back it up with a specific example and prove it. • Don't ramble, keep it short and to the point!
Let’s take a look at some examples:
1- How you overcame a challenge Every job certainly has things that challenge us, but by discussing how you faced and overcame them employers will recognize that you are the type of person who gets the job done. They will recognize that you know how to utilize resources to the best of your advantage. So, tell them about a time when something stood in your way and how you were able to overcome it.
2- A time you worked with a team Remember your elementary report card when you were graded on how you interacted with your classmates? Well, today employers are looking for that same quality, that you work well with others. They need to know that you will fit in with the current team and that you can work together to accomplish common goals. So tell them about a time you worked well with others. For example, maybe it was when your team finished a challenging project or you all came together to help a customer. Just remember to show how you worked well with others.
3- When you solved a problem No company out there is perfect and has problems that need addressing. Rather than telling the employer, you are a “problem solver,” provide examples to back up how you solved specific issues. This will get their wheels turning about how you can solve THEIR problems and propel the company forward! Bonus points if you can match how you solved problems to the ones that the company is currently facing!
Remember when sharing a story, be specific and back it up with examples.