Stand Out in a Job Interview | The Harvard Business Review Guide
Summary
TLDREste video ofrece consejos estratégicos para prepararse y sobresalir en una entrevista de trabajo. Amy Gallo recomienda investigar la empresa y el puesto, crear historias personales que resalten tus habilidades y practicar la presentación. Se enfatiza la importancia de causar una buena primera impresión y mantener la flexibilidad durante la conversación. También se sugieren formas de enfrentar preguntas difíciles o faltas de experiencia directa, y se brindan consejos específicos para entrevistas virtuales, como cuidar el entorno y la presentación personal. La clave es estar bien preparado y mantener una conversación auténtica y fluida.
Takeaways
- 📚 Haz tu tarea: Investiga sobre la organización, su estructura, cultura y tendencias relevantes antes de la entrevista.
- 💼 Relaciona tus habilidades: Conecta los requisitos del puesto con tus habilidades y experiencias.
- 📝 Prepara historias: Desarrolla historias personales que demuestren por qué eres perfecto para el trabajo.
- 🎭 Practica tu actuación: Ensaya tus historias y prepara una versión confiada de ti mismo para la entrevista.
- 🕒 Causa una buena primera impresión: La gente forma opiniones en los primeros 30 segundos; cuida tu postura, tono y lenguaje corporal.
- 🎙️ Conversa naturalmente: Haz preguntas abiertas y permite que la conversación fluya de manera orgánica.
- 🤹 Sé flexible: Escucha atentamente y ajusta tus respuestas según la situación de la entrevista.
- 🧠 Enfrenta preguntas difíciles: Prepara respuestas claras y directas para abordar cualquier debilidad en tu currículum.
- 💻 Entrevistas virtuales: Prepara tu entorno, vístete adecuadamente y asegúrate de tener buena conexión a internet.
- 🔄 Mantén la calma: Si cometes errores, no te detengas en ellos, sigue adelante y vuelve a centrarte en la entrevista.
Q & A
¿Cuál es el primer paso importante para prepararse para una entrevista según el video?
-El primer paso importante es hacer tu tarea, es decir, investigar sobre la organización, su estructura, su cultura y las tendencias relevantes de la industria, así como sobre las personas que conducirán la entrevista.
¿Por qué es clave contar historias personales en una entrevista?
-Las historias personales ayudan a que los entrevistadores se relacionen contigo como una persona real, lo que puede aumentar tu simpatía y destacarte de la competencia. Las historias bien contadas generan empatía y son más persuasivas que los datos o la evidencia.
¿Cómo puedes prepararte para preguntas difíciles sobre tu experiencia o currículo?
-Debes preparar varias respuestas simples y directas para abordar áreas donde tu experiencia no coincida exactamente con el trabajo. También debes estar listo para redirigir la conversación hacia tus habilidades y potencial para aprender.
¿Qué recomienda el video sobre cómo practicar para una entrevista?
-El video recomienda practicar la presentación de tus historias personales y ensayar cómo te introduces en la entrevista. Practicar frente a un espejo o grabarte en video te permite ajustar tu lenguaje corporal, tono y postura.
¿Qué debes hacer si la entrevista no va según lo planeado?
-Si cometes errores o sientes que el entrevistador está perdiendo interés, no te detengas en los errores. Sigue adelante, mantente enfocado y ajusta tu respuesta o enfoque basándote en las señales del entrevistador.
¿Cuál es el propósito de tener una 'gran conversación' durante la entrevista?
-El objetivo es acercarte a la entrevista como una conversación fluida, mostrando curiosidad y estando dispuesto a improvisar para que la interacción sea más natural y auténtica, en lugar de un monólogo rígido.
¿Cómo puedes manejar una falta de experiencia directa para el puesto al que postulas?
-En lugar de centrarte en la falta de experiencia directa, debes enfatizar tu potencial y tu capacidad para aprender nuevas habilidades, lo que puede convencer al entrevistador de que tienes lo necesario para adaptarte y tener éxito en el puesto.
¿Qué se recomienda en cuanto al entorno para una entrevista virtual?
-Es importante preparar un entorno limpio y ordenado, con buena iluminación y asegurarte de que la velocidad de internet sea adecuada. Todo esto mejora tu estado de ánimo y reduce el estrés durante la entrevista.
¿Cómo deberías manejar preguntas sobre periodos de inactividad en tu historial laboral?
-Debes tener una respuesta preparada que sea clara y directa, explicando tu decisión de tomar una pausa en tu carrera, y estar listo para dar más detalles si el entrevistador te lo pide, como mencionar lo que aprendiste durante ese tiempo.
¿Qué importancia tienen los primeros 30 segundos de una entrevista?
-Los primeros 30 segundos son cruciales, ya que la investigación muestra que los entrevistadores forman opiniones sobre tu personalidad e inteligencia en ese tiempo, por lo que es vital causar una buena primera impresión.
Outlines
🎯 Consejos para una entrevista exitosa
Amy Gallo comienza felicitando al espectador por obtener una entrevista de trabajo y menciona la confusión de recibir consejos contradictorios sobre cómo comportarse. El propósito del video es proporcionar estrategias claras y consejos prácticos, basados en expertos, para prepararse adecuadamente y causar una excelente impresión en la entrevista. El primer paso es investigar la empresa, su estructura, cultura y las personas que realizarán la entrevista. Esta información es clave para demostrar que eres el candidato ideal para el puesto.
📖 El poder de las historias personales
Gallo destaca la importancia de contar historias personales convincentes durante la entrevista para demostrar que eres el candidato perfecto. Aconseja seleccionar tres o cuatro mensajes clave y crear narrativas que conecten tus experiencias con los requisitos del puesto. Las historias deben ser breves pero impactantes, mostrando superación de obstáculos y aprendizajes de errores. Practicar estas historias ayudará a que se presenten con confianza y de manera fluida durante la entrevista.
🎭 Practica y presenta tu mejor versión
Es fundamental practicar antes de la entrevista. Gallo sugiere ensayar frente al espejo para evaluar la postura, tono y lenguaje corporal, ya que las primeras impresiones se forman en los primeros 30 segundos. Además, recomienda practicar las historias con energía y entusiasmo, grabarse o pedir la opinión de un amigo para mejorar la presentación y ganar confianza.
💬 Ten una gran conversación en la entrevista
Una vez que estés cómodo contando tus historias, Gallo aconseja enfocar la entrevista como una gran conversación, mostrando curiosidad genuina y haciendo preguntas abiertas. También recomienda estar preparado para improvisar, adaptarse a la conversación y ajustar el tono si es necesario. Es importante ser flexible y leer las señales del entrevistador para modificar las respuestas cuando sea necesario.
⚠️ Maneja los imprevistos y obstáculos
Gallo proporciona consejos sobre cómo manejar problemas comunes durante una entrevista. Si careces de experiencia directa, enfócate en tus habilidades de adaptación y aprendizaje. Para preguntas difíciles sobre el currículum, prepara respuestas simples y detalladas si el entrevistador sigue indagando. Si cometes errores, no te detengas en ellos, sigue adelante y mantén el enfoque en la siguiente pregunta, mostrando disposición para corregir el rumbo si es necesario.
💻 Consejos para entrevistas virtuales
Dado que muchas entrevistas se realizan virtualmente, Gallo ofrece consejos específicos para este formato. Recalca la importancia de tener un espacio limpio y ordenado, bien iluminado, y con una buena conexión a internet. Aunque la entrevista sea virtual, recomienda vestirse adecuadamente para proyectar profesionalismo y comodidad, así como ensayar para asegurarse de que todo esté en orden antes de la entrevista.
📋 Resumen y conclusión
Finalmente, Gallo resume los puntos clave a seguir para destacar en una entrevista: investigar, contar historias efectivas, practicar, ser flexible y estar preparado tanto para entrevistas presenciales como virtuales. Termina invitando a los espectadores a compartir sus propios consejos y sugerir nuevos temas para futuros videos.
👋 Despedida
Gallo se despide brevemente de los espectadores al finalizar el video.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Preparación
💡Cuentos personales
💡Primera impresión
💡Curiosidad
💡Improvisación
💡Sesgo inconsciente
💡Entrevista virtual
💡Flexibilidad
💡Errores
💡Lenguaje corporal
Highlights
Do your homework before the interview by learning about the organization's structure, culture, and trends.
Tailor your preparation to the job's requirements, focusing on both technical and people skills needed for the position.
Craft personal stories that showcase your qualifications and align with the company's values and needs.
Use stories to create a personal connection with the interviewer, increasing your likability and memorability.
Choose 3-4 core messages you want to convey, and create narratives that illustrate your competence and character.
Rehearse your stories and delivery to ensure you come across as confident and engaging during the interview.
First impressions are crucial; opinions about your personality are often formed within the first 30 seconds of the interview.
Practice introducing yourself with confidence, paying attention to your body language, tone, and posture.
Engage in the interview like it's a great conversation rather than an audition for the job.
Be curious and ask open-ended questions during the interview to foster a more natural and engaging conversation.
Prepare to improvise if necessary, adjusting your responses based on the flow of the conversation.
If you lack direct experience in some areas, emphasize your ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.
Prepare for tough questions about your resume by having multiple levels of responses ready.
If the interview is virtual, ensure your environment is clean and organized, as this affects both your mindset and the impression you make.
Dress appropriately for virtual interviews and ensure your internet connection and lighting are optimal.
Transcripts
AMY GALLO: Let's say you've landed a job interview
for a position you really want.
Well done.
Congratulations.
But when it's time for the interview,
you might get a lot of conflicting advice.
Be yourself.
Whatever you do, don't be yourself.
Take charge of the interview.
Let the interviewer be in charge.
Confusing, right?
Well, I'm here to help.
In this video, I've culled advice
from top experts in the field and want
to share strategic tips on how best to prepare, what to do,
and what to say so that you can make a great impression
in your next interview.
[MUSIC PLAYING]
First, do your homework.
Let's be honest.
Your primary job in the interview
is to dazzle them with the fact that you're perfectly
suited for the role.
But before you can do that, you need
to invest time in learning about the organization and the job.
So find out as much as you can about
how the organization is structured,
its culture, and relevant industry trends.
If possible, see what you can find out
about the people conducting the interview.
There may be valuable professional or personal points
of connection that could help make your interview more
relatable and memorable.
Lastly, research the requirements and challenges
of the particular position you're applying for
and the qualities of a successful candidate based
on that information.
Ask yourself questions like, what technical skills are
essential to perform this job?
What kinds of people skills would I need to succeed?
What do I need to prove I already know how to do
or that I'm willing to learn in order to be successful?
Being well-prepared will boost your confidence
and give you a better chance of acing the interview.
And all of this information is key to your success
in the next tip, crafting your stories.
That's right.
It's story time.
And these stories are all about why you are
the perfect person for the job.
As author Claudio Fernández-Aráoz reminds us,
"people buy into stories far more than they do evidence
or data."
A good story can also stir up empathy
and boost your likability.
If you give them a chance to relate to you as a real person,
you might just set yourself apart from the competition.
Remember how you just researched the skills required for the job
and what's important to the organization?
Well, now you get to tell powerful personal stories that
connect each of those to your own experiences,
values, and achievements in both your work and personal life.
Pick three or four main messages you want to convey and craft
your narratives accordingly.
The goal is to have these in your back pocket
so you can smoothly trot them out
as answers to relevant interview questions.
Author Vicky Oliver writes that a compelling story
has a great beginning, riveting middle,
and an end that makes the interviewer root for you
to win the job.
Have a good opening line, such as,
let me tell you about a time I rescued the organization,
then tell them about any obstacles or issues that arose
and how you overcame them.
Keep the story short but interesting and impactful.
An important note-- not all stories
have to show total perfection.
You will make a real impression and seem more relatable
if you can share stories of challenges and even mistakes,
as long as you remember to show what you learned from them.
Practice, practice, practice--
Once you select your stories, you need to rehearse.
Just like an actor prepares for the stage or screen,
you are preparing a character, a confident, competent, likable,
flexible version of yourself to perform in the interview.
I'm not saying you should be inauthentic or overexaggerate
your experiences or skills.
But author and coach Cathy Salit writes,
"You are literally auditioning for a new role."
You are presenting the best possible version of yourself.
And since you've done your homework,
you know what parts of your personality and experience
to emphasize for each position.
So what exactly should you practice?
Well, for one, practice your opening.
First impressions really matter here.
In fact, research shows that people
form opinions about your personality and intelligence
in the first 30 seconds of the interview, 30 seconds.
So in front of a mirror, pretend you are introducing yourself
and assess things like your posture, tone,
and body language.
You want to communicate a balance of ease, clarity,
and confidence.
The most important thing is to practice telling your stories
with energy and enthusiasm.
You want to be ready to share them as confident, clear,
and straightforward responses to relevant interview questions.
You can even practice in front of a friend
or record yourself on video.
You can then use the feedback to make any necessary adjustments
to your appearance or your delivery
before the actual interview.
Have a great conversation.
Once you're comfortable telling your stories,
Cathy Salit has another unique piece of advice.
Instead of performing as someone who
is trying really hard to get the job,
perform as someone who wants to have
a great conversation with the person across from you.
First, be curious or at least perform curiosity
if you need to.
Ask open-ended questions connected to what you've heard.
This will allow the conversation to unfold more naturally.
Side note, if you need some ideas,
check out the links for another HBR video on 38 smart questions
to ask in an interview.
Be ready to improvise.
I know I've just told you to prepare and rehearse
your stories, but they aren't just talking points
to be rattled off.
You also need to listen attentively and be ready
to accept every conversational opening with the classic improv
phrase, "yes, and" as a way to build upon the conversation.
Also, as author John Lees reminds us,
be flexible, read the room, and adjust accordingly.
If your radar is telling you that your stories aren't
working, you may need to supply different answers,
adjust your tone, or stop speaking altogether
because, well, some interviewers just love
to hear themselves talk.
Pay attention and change course as needed.
When things go wrong--
despite your best efforts to prepare,
interviews don't always go as planned.
Here are some potential pitfalls and what you can do about them.
Lack of direct experience--
If there are areas where your past achievements don't directly
correlate to the job, redirect the focus
away from where your experience might
fall short and towards an emphasis on your potential
and overall competence.
If you can demonstrate your ability to learn a skill
or adapt to a situation, this could convince an interviewer
to ignore any potential holes in your CV.
One side note-- taking charge of the interview in this way
can help steer interviewers away from unconscious biases
that favor experience over competence.
Tough questions about your resume--
If there are some less-than-perfect situations
on your CV, like a long pause in your work history
or a short stay at a recent job, John Lees
recommends preparing multiple ways
to reply so that you aren't left struggling for an answer.
First, prepare a simple, straightforward response
that doesn't go into too much detail.
Then have an additional reply ready
if the interviewer follows up.
For example, if you didn't finish
a degree that would have been helpful to the job,
be ready to answer an initial question with something like,
I felt it was better to go straight into the workforce.
If the interviewer pushes further,
be ready with another level of detail, such as I
thought about it carefully.
I knew it would carry negative connotations,
but I was confident that I would learn a lot more
with direct work experience.
Mistakes happen.
If you notice your interviewer losing interest
or you've stumbled over some answers,
don't dwell on the mistakes.
Just keep going and stay focused.
Answer the current question as if it's the first one.
Even acknowledging the situation with a corrective statement
like, am I giving you what you need,
is there other information I could give you,
and then following their cues can help dig you out
of the current hole and get the conversation back on track.
A note on preparing virtual interviews--
Many interviews these days take place virtually.
If that's the case for you, here are some specific things
you should do to prepare.
First, prepare your space.
You want your background to be clean and uncluttered.
Clean up the area around you, too,
even if it's not visible on camera.
Research shows that when our space is messy,
so is our thinking.
A clean environment will boost your mood
and make you feel less stressed.
These are things your interviewer can see,
and it will make a big difference in your performance.
Your face should be well lit and visible.
Make sure your internet speed is in good shape.
Pro tip, Google internet speed test
and check to make sure the Wi-Fi you are using
can handle the call.
Next, prepare yourself.
Even though it's virtual, you should dress for the interview.
Unless the organization is an all-suit situation,
experts recommend a business casual outfit in neutral colors
to appear more authentic, trustworthy, creative,
and knowledgeable.
Wear something comfortable.
You don't want to be fidgeting with your clothes
while on camera.
Use your computer's camera to check yourself
and your space ahead of time so you
can see what your interviewers will see and make
any necessary tweaks.
OK, let's review.
Here's a quick wrap-up of the do's and don'ts so you can stand
out in your next interview.
All of these strategies are based on articles
linked in the description.
Do you have any advice on how to stand out in an interview?
Or do you have other big topics you'd like me to cover?
Comment below.
Bye for now.
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