Tips to Be Successful Interviewing in Role-Related Scenarios
Tips to Be Successful Interviewing in Role-Related Scenarios
As part of the interview process, some companies may ask you to complete a role-related scenario to demonstrate your skills. While this can be nerve-wracking, there are ways to prepare and put your best foot forward. Check out our tips for succeeding in these scenarios and nailing your interview.
Make Sure You Understand the Scope of What’s Being Asked of You
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Reread the job description to fully understand what the company is expecting from the ideal candidate for the position.
Using this information, you can tailor your response to the problem to highlight specific skills or competencies required for the role.
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Ask qualifying questions, such as time requirements, specific grading criteria, and lessons learned from past candidates interviewing for the role.
Be sure to verify the due date deadline ahead of time, and make sure you have planned your schedule to align.
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Go to the company's Glassdoor page and check the "Interview" tab. This can add perspective from other candidates interviewing at the same company.
Look for candidates who have previously interviewed for your role and incorporate insights from their experience to help ensure success.
Practice and Prepare
Create an outline and break the scenario into smaller pieces to develop a clear action plan to tackle what is asked of you effectively.
After Submittal or Completion, Ask For Feedback
Thank the team for investing their time in the interview process so far. Express your gratitude for the opportunity of being considered for this position.
Be specific in the questions you ask to get more targeted feedback. For example, you can ask where you could have improved your demonstration and communication based on the ideal candidate they have envisioned.
Ask for next steps - this conversation is an excellent opportunity to reiterate your interest and what the next steps look like if they are interested in moving forward.
