Interview
Interview
Interview
You don't need to memorize an answer, but do take the time to consider how you'll respond. The more
you prepare, the more confident you'll feel during a job interview. When you're not sure what to expect
during an interview, also take time to review this refresher on how job interviews work, and these tips
on how to prepare to ace your job interview.
Review examples of the best responses to the most frequently asked interview questions in several
different categories, and advice on how to answer.
Here's a list of common job interview questions, with examples of the best answers about you, your
work history and experience, the job, your goals, the new job, salary, and what you have to offer the
employer.
These are the top ten most commonly asked interview questions, with examples of the best answers.
Also review job-specific interview questions for many different positions to get ideas for framing your
own interview responses.
Interviewers will ask questions about you to gain insight into your personality and to determine whether
you're a fit for both the job and the company. These are open-ended questions which will give you the
opportunity to show the employer that you're well-qualified for the position.
Bonus points if you’re able to identify how the position you’re applying for aligns with how you envision
your future.
Interviewers ask these kinds of questions in order to determine if you're a good fit for the job. They’re
looking not only for indications that you’re qualified to do the work, but that you’ll gel with the team
and the company culture.
When you're interviewing for a new position, you should come prepared to answer questions about why
you’re leaving your job or why you left your previous one. Rather than focus on the past, and any
negative experiences, your answer should open the door to a discussion about why this new position is
the perfect job for you. The interviewer is looking for an answer that will help in the hiring decision.
Some of the hardest questions to answer during a job interview are about compensation. Here's what
you will be asked and examples of the best answers. Questions about salary can be tricky to answer,
and, in some locations, employers aren't allowed to ask about your salary history.
Qualifications Questions
The most important thing for interviewers to determine is whether you're qualified for the job. Here's
what they will ask to find out. When responding, be specific.
Be careful about how you to respond to negative questions. You can frame your responses in a positive
manner, even when discussing a challenging situation.
As with questions about qualifications, be sure to relate your performance to the employer's
requirements.
What is the worst thing that you have ever gotten away with?
Is your work history stable, has it prepared you for the job you're interviewing for, and do you have any
gaps in your employment history that the company should be concerned about? If not, prepare to
answer questions about what you were doing when you weren't in the workforce.
What were your expectations for the job and to what extent were they met?
Are you a team player? Do you work well with others? Do you prefer to work in a solitary environment
or as part of a team? Your work style, and how you get along with others, including co-workers,
managers, and customers or clients is important to all employers. Here are some of the questions
employers ask about getting along at work.
Who was your best boss and who was the worst?
If you know your boss is 100% wrong about something how would you handle it?
Why should you be hired over the other applicants? What makes you the best candidate for the job?
Here's when you'll have the opportunity to make a case for getting a job offer, and the chance to sell
yourself to the interviewer.
What do you know about the company, why do you want the job, and what would you do if you were to
be hired, are just some of the questions you'll be asked about the position and employer. Take the time
to research the employer prior to the interview, so that you can ask informed questions about the job
and company.
Are you going to stick around if you're hired is something most employers want to know. All these
questions will gauge your interest in making a commitment.
The last question you'll most likely be asked is whether you have any questions. Here's how to respond.