competency based interviews
Competency based interviews focus on 'core' skills and behaviors that constitute success within a given role. The interviewer looks for specific evidence that exemplifies such competencies. It is standard practice for a score to be allocated for each competency, with a total being used as a measure of objectivity
General Tips
- Don't give general examples - be specific
- Recall as much details as possible in your answers
- Be concise
- Stick to areas of experience that you are confident with (this will come across in your tone)
- It is important to have examples of when you could not do something (and why) alongside examples of success
Sales ability/persuasiveness
- Provide an example of when you have sold an idea
- Can you describe your sales approach
- Describe a time when you could not persuade someone
Drive for Results
- When have you had to work past a deadline
- When have you had to overcome objection
- What drives you
Planning and Organisation
- How do you manage your time
- How would you work to a tight deadline
- How do you monitor the progress of your tasks
Teamwork
- Tell me about a time you have worked within a team to achieve an outcome
- Describe a time when a colleague or friend has annoyed you
- When have you had to alter your approach with someone to ensure success within the team
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