How did you get your last job?
A polished answer is what is expected. Frame the answer in such a way that
it shows how you had planned to get the job. Make sure it was not by happenstance.
What was your position in your last employment?
Provide a consistent answer. Precision will help you from answering the questions
which will follow from ambiguous answers.
What is the reason for you leaving your last job?
Answer the question with confidence. Do not give a selfish answer. Frame the
answer in a broader way. Do not point out short comings of the company.
How did you hear about this position?
Be honest with the answer. This will help you from complicating the interview
by giving a wrong answer later.
Have you received any other job offers?
A positive answer can show that you are efficient. A positive answer should
be true as it may be verified.
What do you do with your spare time?
The interviewer is looking for some insight into your personality by asking
the question. If you say something be ready to answer more question on the
topic.
What is your current salary?
Answer carefully. If you have filled up a form they would already know it.
Have you been denied a salary increase?
A positive answer shows that you are a person with a problem.
Have you had a pay cut?
A detailed explanation is needed it you agree you have had one. Be prepared
for the follow up questions .A negative answer is the best.
Have you been asked to resign?
Prepare in advance how to answer the question if the answer is yes. Disclose
the circumstances objectively.
Has your work been criticized?
This question asked by an experienced interviewer can give an insight into
your ability to communicate, your tolerance to take criticism, and the environment
you have been working. The ideal way is to describe a situation that shows
your work was criticized, but portray them as being borne out by situation
itself.
We find gaps in your resume. What were you doing this time?
You should be prepared to answer the question before hand. Make your answer
crisp, brief and focused on the point and but do not be defensive.
Do you have any objection to psychological testing?
You can answer that you have no objection to being tested. The interviewer
is probably just trying to find out if you have any problems.
Can we contact your references?
Be sure that the references you give are people who will stand strong in your
favour. You can therefore answer in the affirmative.
Are you looking for a temporary or a permanent job?
Prepare your answer carefully before hand because it offers your potential
employer a clear chance to judge you by the statement you make.
How long have you been without work?
Answer the question with a convincing tone with a positive touch. If possible
narrate why you were unable to work.
What career option do you have at the moment?
Be specific with your answer. If you are answering to a human resource consultant
you may quote your interest if not stick on to what you have applied for because
the person may lose interest in you if you divert from the present context.
What do you look in your job?
Whatever you say add that I am looking for a job where I can make meaningful
contributions and grow professionally.
Describe a major goal you have set for yourself?
Plan the answer carefully. Select a concrete project either professional or
personal. It can be concerned with education or some personal development
programme.
How do you feel about your career progress so far?
Be frank with the answer. Keep it so straight forward that it becomes the
answer to demonstrate satisfaction to a point which is the reason for deciding
to move in the particular direction now.
How do you define success?
This is a question which should be answered in a way to impress the interviewer.
Example; I define success as being able to financially provide for my family
while performing work that is tied to the success of the organization that
employ me.
What personal trait is needed to be a success in this job?
Some of the qualities that are to be included as you answer the question are
Persistence, Work Ethics, Loyalty, Truthfulness and Insatiable Curiosity.
Be ready for the follow up questions by preparing some instances where these
qualities were put to use.
What are your long range goals?
Aim for the top and express it politely. Do not forget to be practical and
realistic.
What will you do if this job is not offered to you?
Show your disappointment. Simply express how you have a lot to loose .
If you could start your career again what changes will you prefer?
This is a tricky question .Be careful with your answer. Just point out how
you could have improved your career rather than go for a change in career.
What do you know about the position you are applying?
Do a lot of ground work before you attend the interview. This will help you
to answer the question with precision.
What is your learning style?
Even though it may look to be a silly question if asked a definite answer
should be given .The question can be made use to project your systematic nature.
How do you keep update with the latest trends in your job?
This is a question which throws light on your personality. It should be answered
with accuracy. Include the latest techniques available like the Internet.
Why did you choose the subject?
A simple question but it will show how you determined your career and what
aspects made you choose the career that you are pursuing.
Have you worked for a difficult person?
This question is aimed at you to show how you handle work pressure and how
you will satisfy tense situations as and when they arise.
