How to prepare for a screening interview with HR after you apply for a job (tips + examples)

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You applied to a job and now, OMG you have a screening interview. What should you say? What mistakes should you avoid. How should you prepare?

Screening calls or interviews with HR or a recruiter are less focused on technical skills and more focused on understanding you as a person. In this video, Sarah highlights the importance of avoiding cliches and buzzwords in your answers, and instead encourages the use of stories to make a lasting impression. She also emphasizes the need to show evidence and examples of your skills, rather than just stating them.

In the video, you'll also learn how to structure your answers using the 5 W's of journalism and reminds us to keep the focus on our professional life during these conversations.

The screening call with HR is often your first opportunity to connect and leave a lasting impact. Tune into this episode to learn what to expect, how to make a great first impression, and the things to NEVER say during an HR screening interview.

⏰ TIMESTAMPS

00:16 HR Interviews are where your soft skills can shine

01:57 People will remember stories far more than they're going to remember that you were a fast learner or team player.

02:48 Recruiters want to see how you got where you are

04:08 Utilizing the Five Ws of Journalism to answer questions

05:52 Don't start talking about your personal life because it's a distraction from your professional life.

07:45 Ask Questions! You know they are going to ask if you have any so make sure you’re ready.

10:49 A quick recap

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