MockQuestions

HR Specialist Mock Interview

Question 3 of 30 for our HR Specialist Mock Interview

HR Specialist was updated by on May 23rd, 2022. Learn more here.

Question 3 of 30

What have you done to improve your written and verbal communication skills?

Nearly every job involves a high level of either written or verbal communication, and nearly everyone could use additional training or practice to improve their communication skills. The interviewer is looking to see if you have a desire to improve your communication skills and what steps you've already taken to do so.

Next Question

How to Answer: What have you done to improve your written and verbal communication skills?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a HR Specialist job interview.

  • 3. What have you done to improve your written and verbal communication skills?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Nearly every job involves a high level of either written or verbal communication, and nearly everyone could use additional training or practice to improve their communication skills. The interviewer is looking to see if you have a desire to improve your communication skills and what steps you've already taken to do so.

      Written by Tiffany McPherson on May 23rd, 2022

      How to Answer

      Briefly discuss the aspects of your job that depend on written or verbal communication. Share with the interviewer any training or courses you've taken to improve those skills.

      Written by Tiffany McPherson on May 23rd, 2022

      Answer Example

      "As an HR Specialist, I am constantly either on the phone with employees or sending them emails. My written and verbal communication skills are extremely important. I attended a one-day seminar last year on writing efficient emails, which taught me how to explain a complex topic in writing. I also asked a co-worker who is a great public speaker to share their tips for success with me, and he gave me a couple of books to read and a YouTube series to subscribe to. My manager also taught me a great learning process to use when I have a tricky conversation coming up and am uncertain about how to communicate with the employee. I either write out my response if it's going to be an email and send it to her, or she acts as the employee, and I have the conversation with her first. She then provides me with any changes or adjustments she feels are necessary. I've found this feedback has not only improved my skills, but it has also increased my confidence level in my written and verbal communication skills."

      Written by Tiffany McPherson on May 23rd, 2022