How to Answer: Good communication is a requirement as a security guard. What does good communication mean to you?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Security Guard job interview.
25. Good communication is a requirement as a security guard. What does good communication mean to you?
How to Answer
Excellent communication goes much farther than merely speaking clearly. To be a great communicator, you must also allow others to express themselves clearly in a conversation. A skilled communicator will:
- Respect the relationships around them
- Be knowledgable in the topics they are speaking about
- Spend more time listening than talking
- Recall information that is given to them because they listen actively
- Be able to read nonverbal cues such as body language and eye contact
Think of the ways that you exercise excellent communication, and be prepared to speak to the interviewer about the way that you interpret excellent communication. Talk a bit about your communication style in the workplace.
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 22nd, 2019
Entry Level
"To me, good communication means being someone who listens and observes more than they speak. As a security guard, the more observant I can be with my eyes and ears, the better I will be in my job. By observing, I will be able to recall information and critical details much more clearly."
Written by Rachelle Enns on September 20th, 2019
Answer Example
"Miscommunication is never a good thing in the workplace, especially as a security guard. In my current job, working around so many members of the public every day, I must carry a conversation clearly and precisely. Attention to detail is critical, so I must actively listen to the words and also the body language of others. Lastly, when it comes to documenting an incident, I must be able to express myself clearly in writing, which is another critical component to good communication."
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 22nd, 2019