What interview questions may I expect in a first interview?

Answer 1

All interview questions are really the same question: Why Should We Hire You 1. Tell me about yourself. This is an open-ended question often asked to help "break the ice" in the interview. The important thing to remember is to keep the answer job-related. 2. Why are you interested in working for this company? This will show the employer that you have done your "homework." State the positive things you have learned about the company and how they fit with your career goals. This shows the employer that you cared enough about the interview to prepare for it. 3. Tell me about your education. Even though your resume includes this information, some employers like to have you expound on the subject. Remember to include all classes, seminars, workshops, and on-the-job training you have attended that support your job goals. 4. Why have you chosen this particular field? This is one way to discover your enthusiasm and dedication to your career. 5. Describe your best/worst boss. This could be a trap. Do not present a negative picture of any past employers. If given a choice, always talk about your best boss. If pressed to describe the worst boss, pick a work-related characteristic that can be stated in a positive way, e.g., "I had a supervisor who was vague when issuing assignments. I learned to ask questions so that I knew what was expected." 6. In a job, what interests you most/least? This will give the employer another gauge for measuring how well you will fit the job opening. 7. What is your major weakness? Always turn this into a positive! State a weakness and turn it into a positive by showing how you overcame the weakness. "In the past, it has been difficult for me to accept criticism from my peers. However, I have learned to value and solicit this input and it has improved my job performance." 8. Give an example of how you solved a problem in the past. It is important to be able to show the process you go through when presented with a problem. State the problem and the steps you followed to reach the solution. 9. What are your strengths? This is the time to describe the skills you have identified that will most effectively "market" you as an employee. 10. How do others describe you? Another way for the employer to ask this would be, "Tell me how you would fit into this work group?" If you are not comfortable with this question before the interview, call some friends and/or ask people you have worked with how they would describe you. 11. What do you consider the most important idea you contributed or your most noteworthy accomplishment in your last job? Give examples of ways in which you saved the company time or money or developed an office procedure that improved efficiency. 12. Where do you see yourself in three years? Telling the interviewer, "In your job!" is not a good idea. Do indicate that you hope to acquire sufficient skills and knowledge within that time to make a positive contribution to the company. 13. Think about something you consider a failure in your life, and tell me why you think it happened. Failure implies error. Answers that point to a negative should conclude with a success. For example, "In my last job, I was given an assignment to coordinate all travel plans for an international conference. About half-way through the process, I realized I had not gathered enough information to help attendees make good travel and lodging decisions. I had to take time out to do the research which put me under a severe time crunch. I learned to do my research sooner. I haven't had the problem since." 14. How do you think you will fit into this operation? This is the time to express your interest in the job and knowledge of the company. The more you know about the operation the easier this question will be to answer. 15. If you were hired, what ideas/talents could you contribute to the position or our company? Another great opportunity for you to sell your skills. By giving examples of past accomplishments, the employer can visualize your contribution to her/his company. 16. Give an example where you showed leadership and initiative. Even if you haven't had the title of lead worker, supervisor, or manager, give examples of when you recognized a job needed to be done and you did it. 17. Given an example of when you were able to contribute to a team project. Unless you have lived in a total void you have been part of a team. Team work is used in sales because both parties have to state their needs and expectations, then negotiate the sale. Families, community activities, and school all require team work. 18. What have you done to develop or change in the last few years? This shows a willingness to be challenged and to improve. Employers are looking for people who are willing to continue learning. Talk about formal and informal educational opportunities you have pursued. Mention books and periodicals you have read related to your field of interest. 19. Do you have any questions for me? By asking questions, you again show interest in the job. Following are some suggested questions.

Answer 2

You can find lists of standard interview questions and answers by searching on the internet. It al depends on the job you want. You will be asked:

• about your work experience or (schooling experience if you are in training)
• what you like to do, what you don't like to do.
• how you get along with others, did you have any problems with anyone?
• how did you get along with your old manager and what you think of your old manager
• why you left or are leaving your old job
• what type of projects you considered interesting
• what problems did you have in your old job and how did you solve tem
• what you expect to get out of working at the new place
• what you bring to the new job that makes you a better candidate than other applicants
• how much you want to get paid (and maybe what you were paid at the previous position)
• there may be some personal questions but they are not legally allowed to be about race, gender, religion, age, children, etc. Anything that may result in the interviewer not "liking" you for the job because of discriminatory reasons.

This is a starting point, There's a lot more that can be asked.

You are allowed to be nervous but:

Make sure you come in dressed appropriately (A suit is good, never jeans, tee shirt and sneakers), maintain proper posture (don't slouch or look like your about to fall off the chair), make eye contact with the interviewer but don't make it a staring contest, Do research to be prepared to answer questions about the company you are interviewing for, Do not bring lunch or food to interview but a water bottle should be OK.

Always be polite no matter what the interviewer says to you or how he says it. Even if you are told you are not getting the job, you want to be remembered for another possible opening.

Answer 3

You could ask about the prospects of promotion within the company. This would demonstrate your enthusiasm for advancement.

Answer 4

Are you comfortable with this job you arewanting

Answer 5

Some basic job interview questions would be what hours you can work, do you have experience and how much would like to get paid. They may also ask you for certain forms of identification.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Tell me about yourself?