TOP TEN JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

1.    What is your greatest strength?

• Well, I am very time-efficient. For example, I like to finish my work ahead of time.
• I am very self-motivated and a quick learner. When they show me how to do something, I usually learn it the first time.
• I am very reliable and innovative. People can always count on me for help and I am always trying to do things in a more creative and efficient way.

2.    What is your greatest weakness?

• Well, I think saying no is my weakness. For example, when I am asked to work overtime or on my day off I always say yes, so I end up being overwhelmed.
• I used to like to work on one project to its completion before starting on another, but I've learned to work on many projects at the same time.
• When I started university, English wasn’t my strongest point, but I started taking additional English courses and I can now understand it and speak it a little better.

3.    Tell me about yourself.

• Well, I am a very dedicated student/worker. I am very collaborative too. I like to help others when I have a chance.
• I am  very reliable. I don’t have much work experience because I am still studying, but I am a quick learner.
• I am very good at problem solving and working in teams. at work I often help others with difficult situations.

4.    Why should we hire you?

• I have the experience and skills you are looking for and I believe I'd be an asset for this company.
• Well, I meet all the requirements for this position. Also, I enjoy working in teams and individually, and would welcome the opportunity to be a part of your team.
• You have explained that you are looking for someone who is able to manage people and I have very good management skills. I have managed staff in my previous job(s).
• I can be a great asset to this company since I have the educational background and skills required for this type of job. Also, I have taken a __________________ training course at _________________ which is a plus.

5.    What are your salary expectations?

• Well, I’d like to discuss what my responsibilities will be first, and then, I’m sure we will come to an agreement about the pay.
• I’m sure you are offering a competitive salary based on the job requirements and my experience and skills.
• Well, based on my research about the industry a $_______ is typical based on the job requirements.
• My salary expectations are in line with my experience and qualifications.
• If this is the right job for me, I am sure we can come to an agreement on salary.

6.    Why are you leaving or have left your job?

• There aren't any growth opportunities with my current employer and I'm ready to move on to a new challenge.
• I recently moved here from Los Angeles due to family circumstances, so I had to leave my job.
• I recently received my degree and I want to use my educational background in my next position.
• I am interested in a job with more responsibility, and I am very ready for a new challenge.

7.    Why do you want this job?

• This is not only a fine opportunity, but this company is a place where my qualifications can make a difference.  
• I want this job because it seems to match my competencies, which include sales and marketing.  
• As a dedicated technician, I´d like to work for a prestigious company like this one where I can be a good asset since I am very __________ & ___________.
• This type of work it´s very interesting for me and it allows me to use both my creative and innovative skills.

8.    Who was your best boss and who was the worst?

• I've learned from each boss I've had. From the good ones, what to do, from the challenging ones - what not to do.
• Early in my career, I had a mentor who helped me a lot. I've honestly learned something from each boss I've had.
• My best boss was a manager who helped me to become more time-efficient. I've learned different things from all my bosses, so I don't think I´ve had a bad one.
• My best boss was a woman who showed me the importance of working in teams. She was a natural leader, and she wasn't  pushy. I think there aren't any bad bosses, we can learn from all our bosses.

9.    How do you evaluate success?.

• "For me, success is about doing my job well. I want to be recognized as someone who always does their best and tries their hardest to make my goals."
• "I evaluate success based on not only my work, but the work of my team. In order for me to be considered successful, the team needs to achieve both our individual and our team goals."
• "I evaluate success based on outcomes. It's not always the path you take to achieve success that matters. Rather, it's quantifiable results."
• "To me, success is when I am performing well and satisfied with my position, knowing that my work is adding value to my company but also to my overall life and the lives of other people."
• To me, success is to do my job well and to enjoy it.
• For me, success is achieving my goals and setting new ones.

10.   What are your goals for the future?

• My long-term goals involve growing with a company where I can continue to learn, take on additional responsibilities, and contribute as much as I can.
• I see myself as a top performing employee in a well-established organization, like this one. Also, I plan on improving my skills.
• Well, some of my goals are working for a prestigious company, like this one, and improving my skills.