Achievements of a candidate at a previous job are an important touch to his portrait, and HR specialists almost always ask applicants who come for an interview to share their accomplishments.
It’s no secret that some candidates in stories about themselves are hindered by their tightness and excessive modesty, while others - real virtuosos of self-presentation - can create an enchanting impression about themselves, however, not always supported by real deeds.
So what is the most competent way to answer one of the favorite questions of HR managers: “Please tell us about your achievements?”
The main thing is the facts
Remember, asking such a question, the personnel officer expects from you by no means lengthy stories about your life and the difficult choice of a profession. First of all, he wants to hear about the specific results of your work, which had a positive impact on the performance of the company as a whole and on your professional path in particular.
If your job is to attract customers, tell us how many new organizations or people began to use the goods or services of your company after the start of your work in it. If you are a specialist in public relations, share the number of PR events, publications, etc. organized by you.
When preparing for the interview, stock up on clearly formulated information (this can be an oral, written story, a selection of numbers or a table with graphs) that reflects your successes at your previous job.
Not only experienced win
But what about those who are looking for work for the first time - students or graduates? Do not think that such candidates have nothing to say: the lack of work experience (or little experience) does not mean the absence of achievements in the chosen profession.
So, if you are a young specialist, at the interview you can talk about successful student projects, victories in competitions, etc. Having such an experience will convince the employer of your determination, initiative and intelligence.
The main condition is that these achievements must be related to the vacancy you are applying for.
A bit about personal
Nevertheless, it is sometimes useful to tell the recruiter about achievements that at first glance are not related to the desired position. It's about personal achievements that reveal the qualities of your personality that are important for your chosen job.
For example, a story about how in your leisure time you conquer mountain peaks will tell the employer about your determination and courage. The fact that you are the head of the district club of chess lovers indicates that you have not only logical thinking, but also organizational and communication skills.
But, telling about such victories, be careful: your personal achievements or hobbies (for example, you are a master of stuffed animals or a prize winner of an indecent jokes contest) can close the door to your chosen company, as a human resources specialist will decide , despite the brightness of your accomplishments, you will not be able to work with them.
With self-confidence
Before you go for an interview, carefully read the requirements for the vacancy you are interested in and think about how best to present your achievements at the interview, which ones to mention, and which ones to leave “until better times”. Speak clearly, don’t give up, but also avoid boasting - the employer does not need a disgrace, but a specialist who understands what he is doing. Your confidence will certainly work - for a person who does not doubt the importance of his own victories, others will believe.
It’s no secret that some candidates in stories about themselves are hindered by their tightness and excessive modesty, while others - real virtuosos of self-presentation - can create an enchanting impression about themselves, however, not always supported by real deeds.
So what is the most competent way to answer one of the favorite questions of HR managers: “Please tell us about your achievements?”
The main thing is the facts
Remember, asking such a question, the personnel officer expects from you by no means lengthy stories about your life and the difficult choice of a profession. First of all, he wants to hear about the specific results of your work, which had a positive impact on the performance of the company as a whole and on your professional path in particular.
If your job is to attract customers, tell us how many new organizations or people began to use the goods or services of your company after the start of your work in it. If you are a specialist in public relations, share the number of PR events, publications, etc. organized by you.
When preparing for the interview, stock up on clearly formulated information (this can be an oral, written story, a selection of numbers or a table with graphs) that reflects your successes at your previous job.
Not only experienced win
But what about those who are looking for work for the first time - students or graduates? Do not think that such candidates have nothing to say: the lack of work experience (or little experience) does not mean the absence of achievements in the chosen profession.
So, if you are a young specialist, at the interview you can talk about successful student projects, victories in competitions, etc. Having such an experience will convince the employer of your determination, initiative and intelligence.
The main condition is that these achievements must be related to the vacancy you are applying for.
A bit about personal
Nevertheless, it is sometimes useful to tell the recruiter about achievements that at first glance are not related to the desired position. It's about personal achievements that reveal the qualities of your personality that are important for your chosen job.
For example, a story about how in your leisure time you conquer mountain peaks will tell the employer about your determination and courage. The fact that you are the head of the district club of chess lovers indicates that you have not only logical thinking, but also organizational and communication skills.
But, telling about such victories, be careful: your personal achievements or hobbies (for example, you are a master of stuffed animals or a prize winner of an indecent jokes contest) can close the door to your chosen company, as a human resources specialist will decide , despite the brightness of your accomplishments, you will not be able to work with them.
With self-confidence
Before you go for an interview, carefully read the requirements for the vacancy you are interested in and think about how best to present your achievements at the interview, which ones to mention, and which ones to leave “until better times”. Speak clearly, don’t give up, but also avoid boasting - the employer does not need a disgrace, but a specialist who understands what he is doing. Your confidence will certainly work - for a person who does not doubt the importance of his own victories, others will believe.
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