How To Prepare For A Job Interview: Tips from an HR Specialist

[@theconversationcapital]

What was your worst interview experience, and what would you have done differently knowing what you know now?

[@givenmasilela]

I was once asked "How would you define a brand?" I gave a very non-technical or "not so textbook" answer. But the person who was interviewing me was very technical. Even thinking about it now I'm just embarrassed. I wish I had read the room and been a bit more practical and technical with my approach.

[@SibsM93]

I was once asked what Ivhave been up to since I hadn't been working in a while. Amongst other things, I mentioned I was studying part tome towards a certain degree which was completely different to the hob I was interviewing for. I thought it would score me points because at least I was busy with something constructive, but turns out not. In that same interview, the interviewer told me I should focus on my studies rather. That's how I didn't get that job.

[@kgetsepemkhabela3963]

Hello Family, I normally get 3 to 4 interviews a month and I literally fail because i cannot articulate myself. I don't know a corporate jargon and at times they ask me to get to the pointr, i can't summarise exactly what I do. mind you i am good at my job but I can't put it in words. funny things

[@SibsM93]

@@kgetsepemkhabela3963 You're very lucky to get that number of interviews per month. I think its best to prepare yourself prior to interviews. Go through typical questions, practice in front of the mirror, search online videos that can assist. You can even pay for a coaching session or two with some recruitment consultants. Hop let you come alright.

[@boniwedunster5096]

​Try applying the STAR methodology to the competency questions. Summary your work experience and highlights in line with the job you are being interviewed for

[@lungiswafaya8496]

I have an interview on Monday, I’ll take this episode as a sign that the job is mine😅

[@Pontsho_xiv]

Fantastic, when you get the job come back to the comment section and let us know. i will raise a glass for you.

[@blessingluntandila4504]

Yesss wena mine is on Tuesday 😆

[@sylviamodise3887]

Good luck, you go show them.

[@theconversationcapital]

All the best ❤️

[@siphamandlabuthelezi8589]

I'm waiting for a call too 😊

[@lindazenzile3819]

I love how Boniwe thinks, she's my ideal HR Specialist. Realistic and professional. Broad minded especially with inclusiveness & salary view. I love how she brought the experience part into light👌. Thank you for this podcast🙏

[@boniwedunster5096]

Thank you

[@mantombimfumba4984]

Boniwe is the best and she shared nuggets of wisdom, thank you for having her❤❤❤

[@lungilemfeka28]

I'm watching this while prepping for an interview that I have tomorrow. It's such a great help, I'm not as nervous as I was and I know that I'm going to nail it!

[@wandilecandy187]

The best of Luck ❤️❤️❤️

[@lungilemfeka28]

@wandilecandy187 Thank you so much

[@TumiMS]

I really enjoyed this episode, and found it so valuable! Thank you so much Team TCC ❤

[@pumzamlondi8538]

This was very insightful. Ursula's questions were perfect and its those ones that most of us a shy to ask. Boniwe gave such great advise that would be easy to implement when preparing for and interview

[@LM-he7eb]

57:15 LMAO. I'm reminded of a fellow candidates who was sitting next to me. He wore uggs, a bennie with fur, dragged his feet etc. I remember thinking "THIS IS MY JOB. WENA WA DLALA"

[@Elora_rr]

😂😂😂😂😂 “asdlali la”

[@LM-he7eb]

"Have different CV for different jobs, at different companies" I say it all the time

[@UnscriptedwithWendy]

This is so interesting and I am seeing where I am going wrong but the difficult part is being able to identify yourself and know yourself. I struggle so much with that

[@reabetsweseisho5325]

I have been waiting for this episode. Thank you

[@rosejoshua5189]

TCC is the best thing I've discovered in 2024. The content, the insights and the energy 🎉❤🎉 keep it up

[@Elora_rr]

Ugghh seeing Ursula face is o refreshing, so much beauty that’s lively 🥺

[@retshidisitswemokhachane5347]

Thank you so much, Ursula, for your question about navigating the accent issue. As someone who did not attend a "Model C" school, this is a major source of insecurity for me when preparing for interviews, and it sometimes prevents me from demonstrating my abilities well because I feel as if I'm being judged for my accent.

[@Mseleku1]

I have the same issue, but I've been working on it. To be honest, I think I've improved immensely. I always thought of it as something insurmountable, but by incorporating the right methods, it's doable.

[@Sinenhlanhla_Msomi]

Thank you kindly. Such information applies to all of us, entry-level, mid & professional level... we all can learn from these nuggets. Siyabonga bantase. Lols, can I just say that the guest's facial expressions finish me 😂😂😂. I can just imagine ukuthi unjani mayediniwe 😂. Loved her

[@nomthandazontimbane4320]

😅

[@GrowwithTA]

You guest said it all. Navigating interviews

[@Incognito-s3l]

Beautiful episode ❤❤. Very informative

[@siphomabaso721]

Hey Boniwe :) Great insights as always. 😉

[@boniwedunster5096]

Thanks buddy

[@kagisomorudu4847]

I am glad Boniwe touched on unconscious bias. Perception perception perception. Halo effect horns effect similar to me effects

[@siphokaziluzipho4197]

Lovely episode, I am in HR. Ursula killed me with Malume and Rakgadi scenario.

[@osinomhlephiri558]

I love that they are also advising the interviewing panel to be human and not intimidating. I once attended an interview where I left feeling so attacked, I wanted to walk out midway😂 The questions where text book kind questions and I could tell they expected me to answer the same way. No flow at all..

[@amandamatikinca9208]

Having worked in the sales industry and has changed so many jobs.I've always put my work buddies for refs and i also do refs for those who refs me as well.

[@abulelegxala8691]

This is so helpful ❤️thank you

[@sylviamodise3887]

Ursula will finish you😂😂😂"malome a kile a lwana le rakgadi".

[@Mseleku1]

This interview is valuable! I have learned a lot from it.Indeed, we were never taught all these things, hence our CV's are just below standard.As for the references, I just wish that part could just be removed because I feel like it's unnecessary!

[@babymothibedi4388]

wow, interesting, because in Botswana we are advised to stay away from colorful CVs with pictures, tables and graphs. ''apparently'' the tracking system they use doesn't recognize those.

[@theconversationcapital]

It's interesting to know that this might be universal. But it also makes sense when you consider the number of CV's that a HR has to read through. It helps to standardise.

[@Brantley_ZA]

The "you are not interviewing me" comment is actually wrong, because as much as the company is interviewing you for a role, you are interviewing them to see if it's a company you would want to work for in the first place.

[@Facts_Only_SA]

Lying on your CV can secure you a job 🤞… just don’t take it too far. Lie people lie. Ngiyadlala, I am not saying lie… just do whatever you want with this information. Don’t be a liar.

[@simphiwekambule3420]

Lol

[@viriniboutique4301]

Can we talk about how desperation can lead to sexual harassment, in HR, from the SABC Findings and recommendations of the commission of inquiry into sexual harassment in 2018, couch interview, where the MD takes advantage of a desperate candidate and ask if they can meet at some hotel, how interns are sexually abused by those who promise to hire the permanently especially in Government

[@thandozwane9972]

I feel like whether the interview is virtual or in person ,it’s still nerve racking for me

[@thembelihlequeeneth8443]

I'm an unpaid intern at a certain company, is it advisable to emphasize that on my cv because some companies say they want someone who's unemployed. Yes I'm working but I'm not paid so it means I fall under the unemployed umbrella

[@boniwedunster5096]

Please do

[@dithapelop3668]

If I do a virtual interview,do I have to switch my camera on as a candidate,If the panel's camers are off?

[@babymothibedi4388]

See, this is why I always say this channel feels like we're having a chat in person! I almost said, 'I'm calling my referee too,' 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@theconversationcapital]

This really warms my heart 🥰 because that's the kind of experience we strive for.

[@africanframepodcast]

Mjght as well just get tea and scones when watching this because I always feel like I’m in the room.

[@babymothibedi4388]

@@africanframepodcast right?

[@babymothibedi4388]

@@theconversationcapital you are doing it well. Thats what makes you unique❤️❤️ebile membership where do we go🤣🤣🤣

[@africanframepodcast]

@ 100%

[@LM-he7eb]

1:04:48 Given was finished 😂😂😂

[@tebogomaphefomodiba4232]

I failed at a bank teller interview and I still would like to know what I did wrong. Can the questions be brought up and the answers given so that I know. Also bank teller = cashier. Surely someone with cashier experience at ShopRite, bartender, petrol station can work as a bank teller? Besides knowledge of accounting what else is there to know to be a bank teller?

[@thatothobejane4674]

You know, you can email the HR people and ask them for feedback on your interview. Let them tell you what exactly they were looking for and how you fell short

[@tebogomaphefomodiba4232]

@thatothobejane4674 thanks Thato. I'll do that next time.

[@enigma5703]

Sometimes it's not something you did wrong but the other candidate just being stronger.

[@lehlohonolomogadime6161]

🖤