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Here's how you can effectively discuss your previous job experiences during an interview.

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Discussing your previous job experiences during an interview can be a pivotal moment in landing your next role. In higher education, where your work history often reflects a blend of academic and practical skills, it's essential to articulate your past roles effectively. When you're in the hot seat, remember that your experiences are unique stories that can demonstrate your qualifications, adaptability, and commitment to your field. This article will guide you through the process of presenting your job history in a way that resonates with interviewers and highlights your potential as a candidate.

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Prabhat Agrawal

Helping students land admissions at global universities | Building @AdmitX | ESCP, SSCBS
REZA GHIASSI

Assistant Professor, faculty of veterinary medicine- Owner of Pulse Pet Clinic
Dr. Pietro Paolo Frigenti, SFHEA, CMktr

Assistant Professor at UoM - Passionate about Higher Education, Digital Marketing and Branding

1 Reflect Deeply

Before you step into an interview, spend time reflecting on your past roles. Think about the challenges you faced, the skills you developed, and the achievements you're proud of. This introspection will help you speak confidently about your experiences and tailor them to the job description. Remember, it's not just about listing your past duties; it's about showcasing how those experiences have prepared you for the role you're applying for. Highlight any leadership roles, project management, or unique initiatives you spearheaded that align with the prospective job.

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Dr. Pietro Paolo Frigenti, SFHEA, CMktr

Assistant Professor at UoM - Passionate about Higher Education, Digital Marketing and Branding
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Job interviews are tough! They require you to be creative, yet specific. Concise, yet detailed. Professional, yet friendly. So, how do you do that? The short answer is to prepare as much as you can and try to be yourself. You need to look at a) what is the role that you are applying for, including core responsibilities and person specification; b) what is that you can offer, based on your skills and past experiences, that matches the requirements for the job; c) what is the unique brand positioning of the organisation you have applied for. The last point is essential. It will help you emphasising the elements that the organisation care about particularly (and help you reflecting on whether you and the organisation are good for each other.??

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2 Tailor Your Story

Your job experiences are more than just a timeline; they are a narrative of your professional growth. When discussing past positions, tailor your story to align with the job you're aiming for. Highlight relevant experiences and skills that directly relate to the position's requirements. If you're applying for a teaching role, focus on your instructional experiences. For administrative roles, emphasize project management and organizational skills. The key is to connect your past to the potential future with the employer.

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3 Use Examples

Using specific examples from your previous jobs is a powerful way to demonstrate your skills and competencies. Instead of making broad statements, provide anecdotes that illustrate how you've solved problems, improved processes, or contributed to team success. For instance, if you managed a successful research project, describe the steps you took and the outcome. Concrete examples not only make your experiences more relatable but also prove your ability to make a tangible impact.

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Prabhat Agrawal

Helping students land admissions at global universities | Building @AdmitX | ESCP, SSCBS
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While giving examples, the STAR Framework is your best friend: S - Situation - Explain what happened in the role T - Task - Explain what needed to be done and why A - Action - Explain what steps you took to resolve it R - Result - Explain the final impact of your solution on the situation and what you achieved. The STAR framework helps put your story in perspective, by giving enough context, the tasks and challenges at hand, your initiative and problem-solving skills and whether you were able to resolve the situation or not. Bonus tip: STAR is also valid for other types of interviews :)

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4 Showcase Adaptability

In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, adaptability is a prized trait. When discussing your job history, highlight instances where you adapted to new systems, overcame unforeseen challenges, or learned new skills. This shows prospective employers that you're not only experienced but also resilient and capable of navigating change. Whether it was transitioning to online teaching methods or implementing new curriculum standards, your adaptability is a testament to your readiness for new challenges.

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Judi Kuric

Practioner / Educator / Advocate
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Leadership is about the ability to pivot and meet the demands of our current environment while maintaining a quality educational experience. New ideas, technology, and educational methods seem to arrive daily. Educational leaders are constantly challenged to be innovative and responsive yet true to the core of our profession in preparing students to thrive in these ever changing environments Highlighting specific examples of your leadership pivots will demonstrate your skills to innovate and lead change.

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Judi Kuric

Practioner / Educator / Advocate
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Leadership is about the ability to pivot and meet the demands of our current environment while maintaining a quality educational experience. New ideas, technology, and educational methods seem to arrive daily. Educational leaders are constantly challenged to be innovative and responsive yet true to the core of our profession in preparing students to thrive in these ever changing environments Highlighting specific examples of your leadership pivots will demonstrate your skills to innovate and lead change.

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5 Address Gaps

If there are gaps in your employment history, don't shy away from them during an interview. Instead, address them proactively and positively. Explain any periods of unemployment with honesty and focus on what you learned or how you grew during those times. Perhaps you pursued further education, volunteered, or developed new skills—these experiences can be just as valuable as formal employment. Framing gaps as periods of growth can turn a potential red flag into an asset.

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6 Convey Passion

Finally, let your enthusiasm for your field shine through when discussing your job experiences. Passion is infectious and can set you apart from other candidates. Talk about what excites you about your work and how it aligns with the institution's mission or the specific role. Whether it was mentoring students, conducting groundbreaking research, or collaborating on interdisciplinary projects, convey the drive that keeps you invested in higher education.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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REZA GHIASSI

Assistant Professor, faculty of veterinary medicine- Owner of Pulse Pet Clinic
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In addition to the aforementioned tips, our experiences are the true examples of our professional standpoints to our career and what forms our concept of ourselves in our job context. We often denote those memories which are most important and meaningful to us. Thus reminiscing about an experience and bold it in an interview would declare our position, ideology, and emotional intelligence by which we decided to talk about a particular memory and experience.

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JULIANA GUEDES ARVELOS BARBOSA

Consultora Educacional e Especialista em Gest?o Estratégica: Desenvolvendo Carreiras e Otimizando Processos Educacionais
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Seja específico: Em vez de fornecer apenas uma vis?o geral de suas responsabilidades anteriores, destaque realiza??es específicas e projetos significativos que você liderou ou contribuiu. Contextualize as experiências: Explique o contexto de cada experiência de trabalho, incluindo o ambiente da empresa, os desafios enfrentados e como você os superou. Demonstre suas habilidades transferíveis: Identifique as habilidades e competências adquiridas em experiências passadas que s?o relevantes para o cargo em quest?o. Seja honesto e positivo: Seja transparente sobre suas experiências, incluindo desafios ou situa??es difíceis que enfrentou. Pratique a comunica??o clara e concisa; Mostre entusiasmo e paix?o.

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5 Address Gaps

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1 Reflect Deeply

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3 Use Examples

4 Showcase Adaptability

5 Address Gaps

6 Convey Passion

7 Here’s what else to consider

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