Connect with us

Interview

Top 70 most important questions asked during an interview

Published

11 years ago

on



Don't let job interviews make you start shaking in your boots.  Review these questions so you are prepared and confident upon beginning the interview.

Questions about you

  1. Tell me about yourself.
  2. Why did you apply for this job?
  3. Why should we choose you?
  4. What do you have to offer this company?
  5. What would your friends say about you as a person?
  6. How do you handle pressure or stress?
  7. What is your greatest strength?
  8. What is your biggest weakness?
  9. Are you a team player?
  10. What experience do you have in this field?
  11. Do you consider yourself successful?
  12. What have you done to improve your knowledge in the past year?
  13. Are you applying for other jobs?
  14. If you could retire right now would you?
  15. What is your philosophy toward work?
  16. What irritates you about other coworkers?
  17. What is your dream job?
  18. What are you looking for in a job?
  19. What is more important to you: money or work?
  20. What motivates you to do your best work?
  21. When are you willing to work (nights, weekends etc...)?
  22. Do your skills match this job or a different job more closely?
  23. Will you be willing to relocate?
  24. Do you think you are overqualified for this position?
  25. How do you propose to compensate for your lack of experience?
  26. What qualities do you look for in a boss?
  27. What position do you prefer on a team working on a project?
  28. What are three adjectives that describe you?
  29. Do you take work home with you?
  30. Are you a self motivator?
  31. What do you find are the most difficult decisions to make?
  32. What are you passionate about?
  33. What are your pet peeves?
  34. If you could relive the last 10 years of your life, what would you do differently?
  35. Do you prefer to work independently or on a team?
  36. Give some examples of teamwork.
  37. What is good customer service?
  38. Are you a good manager?
  39. Why aren't you earning more at your age?

 

Questions about the company/position being offered

  1. What do you know about this company?
  2. What salary are you looking for?
  3. Do you know anyone who works for us?
  4. How long would you expect to work for us if hired?
  5. Are you willing to put the interests of the organization ahead of your own?
  6. If you were hiring a person for this job, what would you look for?
  7. Is there anything I haven't told you about the job or company that you would like to know?
  8. Please give me the definition of [name of job position being offered].
  9. What important trends do you see in our industry?

 

Questions about previous jobs/experience

  1. Tell me a suggestion that you made that was immplemented.
  2. Have you ever worked with someone you didn't like?
  3. How did you handle that situation? (In reference to previous question).
  4. What are some issues you have had at a previous job?
  5. Why did you leave your last job?
  6. Have you ever had to fire anyone or confront another coworker or employee?
  7. What has disappointed you in a job?
  8. What have you learned from mistakes on the job?
  9. Tell me about the most fun you have had on the job.
  10. Which was most / least rewarding part of your previous job?
  11. Who was your best boss and who was the worst?
  12. How many hours do you normally work?
  13. When was the last time you were angry? What happened?

 

Questions about the future

  1. What are five things you would do if you got this position?
  2. Describe a typical work week.
  3. What challenges are you looking for in a position?
  4. What are your goals for the next five years / ten years?
  5. How do you plan to achieve those goals?
  6. What will you do if you don't get this position?
  7. How do you feel about leaving all of your benefits to find a new job?
  8. What are your long-term goals?
  9. What are your short-term goals?

Keep in mind that some of these questions are trick questions and designed to test your answers.  Many of the answers to these questions should be kept short and to the point. If they want to know more about a certain subject they will ask more questions. It is important to be honest, but steer clear of negative answers.  Do not be afraid to ask them questions, in fact it is prefered that you do.  However, remember that you are the one being interviewed, not them.  Also, always do your research so that you do not ask questions that could hurt your chances of getting the job.

Related Topics:
Continue Reading

Blog

Top eBooks Under $5 on Interviews

Published

10 years ago

on

12 February, 2013

By

Need a quick, informational source to provide you with tips on how to prepare and ace your next job interview? Check out some of these eBooks found on Amazon.com that are all under five dollars! These eBooks are not only cheap, but easy to read, convenient and informational.

*Note: All ratings are out of five stars.

howtoanswerinterviewquestionsHow to Answer Interview Questions

by Peggy McKee

Price: $3.09

Rating: 5

Job Interview Success - How to Land Your Dream Job

by James Ricks

Price: $3.58

Rating: 4.5

Hiring Manager Secrets: 7 Interview Questions You Must Get Right

by Russell Tuckerton

Price: $3.59

Rating: 4.5

Get Hired: 25 Essential Interview Questions Decoded

by John Alexander

Price: $3.50

Rating: 5

Land That Job! The ULTIMATE Guide To Answering Interview Questions (Landing Your Job Series)

by Stacy Michelle

Price: $3.59

Rating: 4

Interview Skills: How to Get Hired NOW! Quick Job Interview Success Tips (Interview Quick Tip Series)

by Angela Massey

Price: $4.21

Rating: 5

Interview Answers (52 Brilliant Ideas)

by Infinite Ideas

Price: $3.17

Rating: 2

Related Articles:



Continue Reading

Blog

Top eBooks Under $5 on Communication

Published

10 years ago

on

12 February, 2013

By

Communication is key, no matter what area of work you are in or even if you are not employed.  Clear communication allows for success and further growth of ideas.  Use these eBooks found on Amazon.com to help you along the path to clearer communication.  Not only are these eBooks easily accessible, they are also all under five dollars!



*Note: Ratings are all out of five stars.

Always Know What To Say - Easy Ways To Approach And Talk To Anyone

by Peter W. Murphy

Price: $0.00

Rating: 3.5

Changing Behavior: Immediately Transform Your Relationships with Easy to Learn, Proven Communication Skills

by Georgianna Donadio

Price: $4.25

Rating: 4.5

How to Talk to People: The Shy Person's Guide to Confident Conversation

by Kate Kennedy

Price: $3.59

Rating: 4.5

Small Talk And Beyond: How To Start And Keep Up A Conversation With Anyone

by Victor L. Fox

Price: $3.59

Rating: 4.5

Energised: An Introvert's Guide to Effective Communication

by Mark Hipwood

Price: $3.59

Rating: 4

Franklin Executive Vocabulary for Effective Communication: 2180 Most Common Words for Business Communication (Franklin Vocab Builder)

by Franklin Vocab System

Price: $4.16

Rating: N/A

Small Talk Big Results: Chit Chat Your Way to Success!

by Diane Windingland and LeAnn Gerst

Price: $3.85

Rating: 4.5

communicationEffective Communication Skills

by Dean Seddon

Price: $4.59

Rating: N/A

ABC's for How to get Along with People on the Job (Grumpy People)

by Michele L. Gaddis

Price: $3.59

Rating: N/A

Communication at Work

by Martin Stanley

Price: $1.19

Rating: N/A

The Power of Words: Presentation Skills, Communications at Work, Interview Skills, Media Training (Mental Training for Winning)

by Pierre Provost

Price: $3.50

Rating: N/A

Related Articles:

Continue Reading

Interview

Job Interview: Top 10 tips

Follow these top 10 tips on how to prepare for a job interview and you will be flying with success!

Published

10 years ago

on

12 February, 2013

By

So you've managed to get a job interview? Congratulations! But...the hard work has only just started!  The key is preparation. Follow these top 10 tips on how to prepare for a job interview and you will be one step closer to your dream job.

Top 10 tipsTop 10 tips

       1. Research

Research is a critical part of preparing for a job interview.  If the employer asks you the common question ´what do you know about our company?´ and you don´t know anything, it not only tells the employer that you´re not interested but you haven´t prepared for the interview.  Not only should you research the company but the role you are applying for.

      2. Arrive on Time

Arrive on time or even 10 minutes early (even better).  There is nothing worse than hearing the phrase ´sorry I'm late´ it not only  gives a bad first impression but  shows poor preparation and bad time management skills. If necessary, map out the route you need to take or do a trial run so you know how long it will take on the day.

      3. Revise your CV

It is vital to know your CV inside and out. Be prepared to speak about your skills, past experiences, hobbies and interests. Always remember to relate it back to the role you are applying for and avoid going off on a tangent, keep it short and sweet.

      4.  Practice Questions

It is a very good idea to practice an interview with friends or family to build your confidence and learn to answer questions with fluency without filling the gaps with érm´and ´hmm´.  Think of possible questions and and answers that the employer could ask you and try to answer them.

      5. Dress Code

Dress code is essential part of your first impression. Your future employer wants to be able to vision you in the role you are applying for, so make sure your appearance is of a high standard on the day. If you know you will be dressing more casual/smart for the role, it is always best to attend the interview smart and well dressed to give an excellent first impression.

      6. Etiquette

ALWAYS be polite, shake their hand and look the employer in the eye. Always use Sir or Madame unless the employer asks you to use their name. Throughout the interview never slouch or sit on the edge of the seat as this gives an impression that you are not interested and eager to leave. Sit comfortably, up right and hands on your lap. It is important to show a professional attitude throughout your interview.

      7. What to bring to an interview?

Do NOT turn up with a massive bag full of things you need for the gym or a bag full of things you don´t need. Be professional, take a professional folder including extra copies of your CV, references, a pad of paper and pen in-case you need to write something down.

      8. SMILE

Smiling and friendliness is important when presenting yourself in an interview.  Greet the receptionist and anyone that passes you with a smile, as you never know if they have influence in the decision process.

     9. Ask questions

At the end of an interview when the employer asks you if you have any questions, NEVER say no. You should have at least 5 questions written down to ask the employer to show your interest about the company and the role.

    10. Thank you note

A Thank you note is a thoughtful gesture of appreciation for the employer taking their time to interview you. The sole purpose of this letter is to make sure your name is kept at the front of the pile.  Keep the letter short as you just want to remind them of your interview and emphasise how much you do want the job. This will remind them of what a great candidate you were.

 



 

 

 

Continue Reading

Trending

Copyright © FindResumeTemplates.com