The Three Cs of Job Interviewing

These three C's are a part of almost every training program. Confidence, competence and credibility are crucial tools in interviewing and can often be lost on even the most skilled investigators. Many supervisors and managers believe that those who have been trained once are always qualified. It is a common misconception that interviewers are always trained again. This is true not only for interviewers but also for leaders. Successful implementation of these skills will increase results and benefit the entire career.

We will be examining the three C's Credibility, Competence, and Confidence. They are interconnected. Because of the success of the three C's, I can interview all personality types except introverts. Regardless of your interviewing weaknesses, you will get better results if the three C's are fully understood and implemented.

Our training is intended to improve competence. Although we receive interview training initially, we often end up working for many years without knowing the theory behind the situation or why we do the things we do. It is essential to understand why we need rapport. This knowledge will help us understand how it relates to our evidence presentation and the resulting theme development. This knowledge and understanding allow us to execute confidently and seamlessly. It is crucial to understand not only what you should do but why. We will be more likely to follow through if we know the theory and what we should do. This increases our confidence and credibility, which leads to better results.

Credibility is crucial for ethical and practical interviewing. Research results show that the interviewer's credibility is the most important reason that an offender discloses what they did. Integrity and doing what you promise are what you will do to build trust and relationships. Why would you expect someone to tell you the truth if you are lying? It makes no sense. This is a standard error in interviewing rooms when we lack confidence and competence. We do this when we fail to use well-planned, effective techniques. A lack of planning is directly linked to low credibility. Credibility results in greater confidence and a more competent interviewer.

Confidence is more critical than arrogance. Positioning yourself with credibility, competence, and spirit will increase your confidence. Good planning and preparation are crucial to boosting morale. You will be ready for anything. You'll be able to adjust and adapt to guide the interview toward a successful conclusion.

Although I cannot change, my introverted nature, competence, credibility, and confidence allow me to focus on the task and subjugate my timid nature to complete the job. You can do the same for interviews, regardless of your shortcomings. These three factors will help you improve everything that you do. Many leaders and interviewers don't have the information and training that will allow them to succeed in their job.

Anderson Investigative Associates tailors training to meet your needs. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or would like to discuss any training needs. You can find additional information about interviewing and investigation in our other blogs. They are included in the majority of our instruction.

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These are people, credibility, and competence.

First, having more contacts in the market will increase your chances of finding the job you are looking for. You will find the job you want more often if you have a network of people who know you.

It is essential to keep in touch with others. Join clubs and associations. Ask for references and referrals from people. Inform your family, friends, and associates that a job is available. Everyone you know should be aware that you are looking for work.

Your circle of friends is the most important thing. Most jobs in the underground job market are filled by people who know someone. You can increase your network of contacts by simply telling people you are available and asking them for their advice.

Your Reputation Is Important

Credibility is the second C. Your reputation and your character are the two most essential components of credibility. To get referrals and recommendations from your contacts, your credibility is the most important quality you have.

You must ensure that your actions are consistent with ethical standards. For example, it would help if you never did or said anything that others could misinterpret as any other than exceptional conduct and behavior.

People will only recommend you to a job opening if you are confident that you will not make them look foolish by what you say or do.

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Do Good Work

Competence is the third C. You can perform the job and how well you have done in previous jobs, ultimately determining how successful you are. Your competence is the most crucial factor that will determine your career success. It would help if you constantly strived to improve your competence through personal study throughout your career.

These are the Seven Qualities Most In Demand

Employers have had to deal with both good and poor employees. Every employer knows what they want more of, so it's so essential for them to have a good understanding of their employees. These are the seven biggies:

1. Intelligence is the first quality employers seek out. According to every study, intelligence is a critical factor in determining the productivity and contributions of employees. In this sense, intelligence is the ability to plan, organize, set priorities, solve problems and get the job done. Intelligence is your ability to use common sense and solve the daily challenges of your job. Asking intelligent questions is the key to demonstrating intelligence. Intelligence is marked by curiosity. You will appear more intelligent if you ask the right questions and listen to the answers.

2. Employers look for leadership abilities as the second most important quality. The willingness to take responsibility for the results is leadership. It is the ability to assume responsibility, volunteer for tasks, and accept responsibility for the results. A leader will not allow excuses. By offering to lead the company in achieving its goals and then committing to perform at high levels, you demonstrate your willingness to be a leader.

3. Employers look for integrity as the third quality. Integrity is an essential quality to long-term success at work and in life. Integrity starts with being honest with yourself. You are honest with yourself and with others. You are open to admitting your weaknesses and strengths. You are open to admitting where you have failed in the past. You are loyal, especially. Never say anything negative about your former employer or someone you worked with. Never say anything negative about a former employer or a person you worked with.

4. Employers look for likability as the fourth quality. Employers look for friendly, warm, cooperative, and easygoing people. Employers want people who can join their team and become part of the workplace family. People who have positive personalities are more likely to succeed in their chosen fields. The key to success in business is teamwork. If you are applying for a job, your experience working in a team and your future willingness to work in a group can be some of the most appealing things about yourself.

5. Employers look for five qualities in a candidate: competence. This was something we discussed earlier. Competence is crucial to your success. Competence is the basis of all that you do in your career. Competence is simply the ability to do the job. It's the ability to prioritize, distinguish the critical tasks from those that aren't, and focus on the task until it is done.

6. Employers look for courage as the sixth quality. This is the willingness and ability to take risks. Courage is also about being willing to take on challenges and accept the possibility of failure. Courage is also about being able to express your feelings and opinions in challenging situations. Employers value people who speak up and aren't afraid to share their views. You show this confidence when you ask open and honest questions about the company, the job, and any plans you may have with the company in a job interview.

7. Employers look for inner strength as the final quality. Inner strength is the ability to endure adversity and persevere. Inner strength is the ability to persevere even when things get tough. When you are calm, cool, and relaxed in the interview, it is a sign that your inner strength has been demonstrated. It is a sign that you will remain calm and comfortable during your consultation.

Sources:

https://andersoninvestigative.com/the-three-cs-of-interviewing-competence-confidence-and-credibility-are-we-maximizing-our-interview-results-with-this-winning-combination/

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/three-cs-job-interviewing-adam-starr