Interview Questions
Success in interviews, like a lot of things in life, is in the preparation. Unfortunately, when it comes to interview questions, there are no set answers.
Here are some of the standard interview questions that you could be asked:
Why do you want this job?
It has a nice big salary and a good benefits package
would not be the best thing to say here. Tell the interviewer that you feel that it's the right job and organisation for you to help further your career. At the same time, demonstrate your knowledge about the business and show the recruiter that you are right for the job.
What are your strengths?
When answering this question, try and give an answer that is relevant to the position that you are applying for. Relate your strengths with the job spec and give examples where possible. Interviewers are just trying to find if your strengths match the job.
What are your weaknesses?
A common mistake is to give negative answers. Use this question to your advantage by turning a negative into a positive. Tell the interviewer your positive weakness
such as I'm a perfectionist: I never stop until I've got it perfect
, I'm a workaholic
, etc. Don't mention any weaknesses that are related to the job.
Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
A good answer would be something along the lines of having progressed up the career ladder within the company.
Why did you leave your last job?
Make sure you do not give a negative answer for this question what ever it may have been because it can greatly reduce your chance of being offered the job. Try to give an answer that shows that you made the move to progress in your career.
What do you like doing outside of work?
You want to give an answer that makes you look active, but not too active so that you may not get to work on time. Binge drinking is out of the question.
Why should I offer you this job?
Be positive with this question and show the interviewer how you can be an asset to the company by linking your skills and experiences with the job.
Why should I offer you this job?
Be positive with this question and show the interviewer how you can be an asset to the company by linking your skills and experiences with the job.
