Interview Skills 101

Two words: Humble confidence.

When it comes to interviewing, take these two words and tuck them deep.

While it may seem these two words are mutually exclusive, they aren’t. In fact, they are complementary.

Here’s why. No matter your role:

• Being humble communicates a willingness to learn.
• Being confident communicates an ability to lead.

While being too confident can come across as arrogant at its worst, being timid can give off the vibe of having no theological and/or practical conviction of how family ministry programs are best executed. They are both red flags.

The Ideal Candidate Profile

While this list is not exhaustive, ideal candidates across the board often embody many of these traits. Make sure to bring them into every conversation and interview.

An Ideal family ministry candidate often:

• Exudes humble confidence
• Articulates the “why” and the “how” behind certain philosophies
• Versed in the ins and outs of family ministry — from programming to process development
• Willing to collaborate and actively listen to the various voices of those working in the ministry (including parents, adults, students, church leaders, etc.)
• Clearly understands family ministry in a manner that is contextual and relevant to the needs of the church and surrounding student population

Pro Tip: Before entering the interview, know your philosophy of family ministry and the steps involved in developing a contextual family ministry program.