INTERVIEW QUESTIONS-V

1 Tell me about yourself

Hello iam... If I had to describe myself in a few words, it would be that I am

hard-working, professional, dedicated and committed to achieving the strategic
aims and objectives of my employer through strong management skills. I have
been working towards this position in management for a number of years now,
and I have been waiting for a manager position to come up with your company
in particular. I pride myself on setting high standards and feel you would be
extremely pleased with my ability to not only motivate and lead my team, but
also inspire them to be the best they can be and consistently improve the
company we are working for. Finally, my desire to continually grow and
improve means I will never sit still or stagnate in this management role, and I
will always look to develop personally and professionally. I have always been
foresighted and look forward towards ways of working on something interesting
and challenging. Then i stumbled upon this very interesting vacancy at. And
thought that i should give it a try...

2 Why do u you want to become a manager with our company

During my research into your company, three things stood out. Firstly, the way
in which you strategically manage and run your business is exemplary. There
are lots of positive comments made online about your organization, and this
demonstrate you are a great company to work for who cares about the service it
provides. Secondly, the ‘latest news’ section on your website tells me you are
innovative and forward-thinking, which makes you even more attractive to
work for. Finally, I want to stay in a management role for a long time and gain
stability with my employer. You are clearly a leader in the industry and that fills
me with confidence that I will be able to thrive in the role of manager and be
able to contribute positively by leading the team towards achieving your
company goals and targets.

3 what is your greatest strength

I have a solid work ethic. When I'm working on a project, I don't just want to
meet deadlines. Rather, I prefer to complete the project well ahead of schedule.
Last year, I even earned a bonus for completing my three most recent reports
one week ahead of time.
I pride myself on my customer service skills and my ability to resolve
potentially difficult situations. With five years' experience as a customer service
associate, I have learned to understand and resolve customer issues effectively.
On a related note, I also have strong communication skills, which help me
to work well with customers, team members, and executives. I am known for
being an effective team member with a talent for giving presentations

4 What is your greatest fear?

You might think that since I have never worked in my life, and this is only my
first job, my inexperience is my weakness.

But I beg to differ. I am a fast learner and very open minded.

I assure that I do not carry any pre-conceived notions regarding how I feel I
should perform my job.

I work too hard sometimes and care too much about my work. I take my tasks
back home and work even during the weekends.

You can call me a workaholic, but my family always points out that this is not
right.

Slowly and steadily I am realizing that speed and working smartly are the key.

So, I have begun to reach out to my colleagues for ready-to-use workarounds so

that I can give more time to my family

5 What motivates you?

Meeting the set target within an assigned deadline motivates me the most.

When I do so, I get a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.

When this is coupled with an award, I feel all the more motivated.

All in all, I like to achieve milestones, so that I can look back at them and say to
myself, ‘Yes, that was my achievement.’ Visible results also motivate me

6 How do you respond to change?

I try to stay focused on what I am and what I need. This helps me respond to
change effectively
7 What Are Your Greatest Weaknesses?

My Weakness Will Not Affect The Organization.

Or

I have two greatest weaknesses. The first is my inability to share

responsibilities. The second is remaining patient during group projects. I want
to be in control. I don’t trust others with work I know I can do better. So, if I
have to share a task, I lose my patience when I suspect that the other person
isn’t doing it right. I’ve discussed these weaknesses with my friends as areas I’d
like to improve. We’ve set up a timeline and goals for me to achieve.. I’m
learning to let go and trust others

8 Would you lie for a company?

I do not lie to advance personal or business goals. There is always an

honourable way to succeed and I will always work towards genuinely earned
success.
As long as I am in accordance with company and legal guidelines, I would do
what is best for the company and try to effectively resolve any issues that may
arise.
9 What makes you angry?

Anger to me means loss of control. I do not lose control. When I get stressed, I
step back, take a deep breath, thoughtfully think through the situation and then
begin to formulate a plan of action. For instance, when I am given multiple
projects to complete in a short amount of time, rather than feeling frustrated, I
come up with a strategy for how to complete the work in a steady, methodical
manner that will not overwhelm me.

10 Can you work under pressure?

To tell you the truth, I think I work the same if there's pressure or if there's no
pressure. I try and take out negative emotional factors and work hard regardless
of down time or busy time. I always prioritize and organize my work, and from
there, work efficiently. If the situation involved pressure due to a lack of time,
then the only difference in my work would be the extra time I would need to put
in to meet the deadline on time. Since I believe my normal work is great work,
then I suppose I work well under pressure.
11 Do you prefer to work as part of a team or independently?

I enjoy splitting my time between working as part of a team and working

independently. In my past positions, for solving problems and handling large
projects, being part of a group was usually beneficial. It spurred creativity and
innovation while also ensuring access to a larger cumulative skill set. At times, I
found that detail-oriented tasks with highly defined processes were better
accomplished independently, as it made maintaining focus easier. Each
approach has its place, so I embrace them both depending on the situation at
hand

12 What strategies would you use to motivate your team?

Motivation often comes from smaller recognitions, rather than large gestures. I make
time to thank my teammates with phone calls, emails, notes and simple conversations.
I let them know how much their hard work means to me and the rest of the team. This
technique has made a noticeable difference in productivity and deadline management
since I started using it

13 Have you ever found it difficult to work with a manager or other team
members?
I have often worked with managers and co-workers, and I rarely find it difficult.
Sometimes it takes some time to adjust to a new manager or leader in a team
environment. However, as long as we take the time to connect and clarify
expectations, I think everything will work out. I expect an adjustment period, just like
any other relationship

14 When you’re in a team situation, what role do you usually play?

First and foremost, being a team player is always my priority. The success of
the project needs to take precedence to ensure its success. At times, this means
focusing on being a contributor and an asset to those who are coordinating the
group’s efforts. However, I also embrace opportunities to lead. My
organizational and motivational skills are well-developed, and they have helped
me guide other important projects to success in my past roles. When given the
opportunity, I am happy to take the reins.

15 What salary are you looking for?

 1. Thank you, I’m very excited about this position and I’m sure we can
agree on a salary range that is fair for both of us when we discuss that.
I’m very interested in learning more about the role and responsibilities
so I can better gauge an appropriate compensation level.
2. Thank you, I’m excited about the opportunity to be a part of your
organization. I would like to learn more about the responsibilities to
better gauge compensation requirements. I’ll have a better
understanding of the role after my first round of interviews with
managers.
3. Thank you, I’m excited about the opportunity and I see this as a big
step up in terms of responsibility and compensation. I’d like to learn
more about the requirements of the role to better gauge compensation
expectation

16 What is your great failure, and what did you learn from it?

Once I was given the responsibility to make a report which as to be submitted

to collage and where i have to enter the data into the system. I had done similar
work previously. I was given significant time to wrap up the task. I split the
work according to my deadline. When just 2 days were left, I shut down the
system without saving my work. I quickly realized the mistake and restarted the
work just to finish it in time. Most of the lost data was recovered and I managed
to complete the task successfully with a few mistakes. Thereon I have been
observant on saving the work before shutting down my system. Although I am
not proud of this callousness, it has improved me professionally as well as
personally

17 Are you reliable? or Can I trust you with responsibilities?

Yes, I am a reliable person. I like helping my friends and family, whenever I get
a chance. Be it an emotional boost or a financial aid, I am always around for
them

18 What are the three things that are most important for you in a job?
Professionalism, growth and a healthy work-life balance are important

19 How do you deal with feedback and criticism?

I have learnt that it is best to take criticism positively. Feedback and criticism
help one to look at things from a different perspective, which results in a better
understanding of the situation. It ultimately helps one gain useful insights into
one's strengths and weaknesses.

20 How quickly do you adapt to new technology?

I can adapt quickly to new circumstances. when I am clear about my job role
and I am mentally prepared to take up challenges, I feel I have the capacity to
learn fast and apply my new knowledge. During my student life, I had to clear
new papers and projects in every semester and thoroughly enjoyed doing it.
Similarly, I will enjoy picking up new technologies in my professional life as
well.

21 Are you demanding as a boss?

My demands as a boss are never unreal. If the workload is huge and timelines
are not negotiable with my friends , I do become a demanding boss. Yet, as a
team leader I always ensure that I help my team member’s progress and grow
on their individual career paths. If they are having hiccups or challenges along
the way, I delegate work accordingly to make their life easy, as well as ensure
project delivery on time.

22 What Is Important To You In Job.?

Growth Potential Is The Most Important Thing To Me In Any Role I Accept. I

Look for Good Growth Potential In Terms Of My Own Role within the
Company and Especially In Terms Of the Company’s Overall Growth. I’d Love
to Work for a Company That Is Innovative and Always Looking for New
Opportunities to Expand. Secondly, I Look For Companies Who Have A
Positive And Adaptive Culture. And Finally A Healthy Level Of Respect And
Trust. A Positive Workplace Will Create High Levels Of Respect And Trust
Amongst Its Employees. It Is Important To Me That My Co workers Can
Respect and Trust Me Just as I Can Trust My Co-Workers.

23 How Do You Set Goals? Do You Meet Them?

First and foremost i write down my goals and objective before i begin and take
some simple steps like decide exactly what i need , write it down, set a deadline
on my goal organize the plan and many more . i make short term planning’s
like monthly or weekly plans and implement those and tick mark the works i
have done . This gives a visual picture of accomplishments.And at work, get the
highest possible return on your investment of mental, emotional and physical
energy by planning and implementing

24 How Do You Handle Stress And Pressure .

Stress Is Very Important To Me. With Stress, I Do The Best Possible Job. The
Appropriate Way To Deal With Stress Is To Make Sure I Have The Correct
Balance Between Good Stress And Bad Stress. I Need Good Stress To Stay
Motivated And Productive. I React To Situations, Rather Than To Stress. I
Actually Work Better under Pressure and I’ve Found That I Enjoy Working in a
Challenging Environment. I'm Not a Person Who Has a Difficult Time with
Stress. When I'm Under Pressure, I Focus, And Get the Job Done.

25 What Qualities Do You Look For In Work Environment

My Ideal Work Environment Is One That Is Cantered around Working as a

Team and That Allows Everyone’s Talents To Flourish. When I Was
Researching Your Company, Your Desire To Cultivate Each Of Your
Employees’ Skills Was Very Impressive To Me. I Find That I Work Best in an
Environment That Is Empowering and Positive, No Matter What the Work Is
That I’m Doing.

26 Describe Your Work Eithc

I See Myself As Driven, Dependable, And Loyal. I Always Have My Eye On

The Prize And What I Want To Achieve; I Am Always Ready To Jump Into
Action Whenever Someone Needs Me. I Stick With A Company For The Long
Term And Love To Grow With One Organization. I Believe That My Managers
Would Describe Me As Loyal And Dependable, As Well.

27 How long do you think you will work for us after we hire you?
I believe in long hauls. I have been with 2 organizations in the past, and my
stints have lasted for 5+ years. Being an experienced professional in the IT
sector, I have done my homework and believe this company will surely offer a
best-in-class working environment and a rewarding career.

I plan to stay for a long time here, or at least for as long as my services will be
valued and required

28. Why do you want to leave your current job?

I have been working with a great team in my current company and have learnt a
lot from each member.
But after working with the organization for more than 4 years now, I believe I
have exhausted all the challenges that could be there.

I am now looking forward to more challenges that can push my limits further
and open new learning opportunities.

I believe the job role offered by your company is the perfect scope for the same
and I assure you I can surely add more value to the team as well if given the
chance

29. your interview is more or less coming to an end when the interviewer
asks you, “Do you have any questions for me?”
how has your journey been so far in this organization? What excites you the
most about working here? How long does it ideally take a person to prove their
caliber here? Where is the organization headed in the next years? What are the
next steps of this interview?

30. What is the difference between hard work and smart work?
Hard work is what every breadwinner does today, including a rickshaw puller or
a daily wager.

Smart work is what the educated masses like us are supposed to do, and some of
us are actually doing it, like my father.

A well-balanced combination of both hard work and smart work is the secret
formula to success.

I have friends who study all through the year and yet have 10 back papers to
clear.

They do not have any interview calls in their kitty, and what do you think is the
reason behind this?

It is their lack of understanding about smart work.

All year through, they were only working hard, but not smartly.

They did not prioritize their goals properly.

Again, there’s me, I do not have any back papers and have a decent CGPA. I am
also attending this interview today.

Whatever might be the outcome, I feel I have prioritized my goals correctly and
have worked both hard and smart.
That is the difference between hard work and smart work.”
Or

Hard work is delivering work on time with more effort and smart work is
delivering work on time, with lesser effort.

I feel that is the basic difference.

Most of the times, in the corporate world, I feel a combination of both is needed
to attain excellence.