Questions You Might Be Asked

  • Tell me about yourself.
  • What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses?
  • What do you know about our company?
  • Why do you want to work for us?
  • What is one of your proudest accomplishments?
  • What is one of your biggest mistakes?
  • What did you like most about your most recent position? What did you like least?
  • Why should I hire you?
  • Where do you want to be in 5 years?
  • Tell me about your past employers?
  • How well do you deal with stressful situations?
  • Describe the best manager you have ever worked for?

    Guidelines to Answering Questions

  • Listen carefully to the question.
  • Keep your answers brief.
  • Stop talking when you have said enough.
  • Don't be modest.
  • Don't exaggerate.
  • Never defend or argue a viewpoint with the interviewer.
  • Talk in the first person.

    Questions to Ask

  • Tell me about a typical day.
  • What will most of my duties consist of?
  • What are the opportunities for advancement?
  • Tell me about the company culture.
  • Who will I be working with?
  • What is the company's growth potential?
  • What is the opportunity for overtime?
  • Are there any incentive programs?
  • What characteristics are you looking for in the ideal applicant?
  • What will be the biggest challenge for the person you hire?
    DO NOT ASK ABOUT:
  • Salary
  • Benefits
  • Work Hours
  • Breaks and Lunches


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