HOW TO ANSWER MAJOR QUESTIONS DURING A JOB INTERVIEW

  1. Tell me about yourself?

    I'm energetic and a great communicator. Working in sales for two years helped me to build confidence and taught me the importance of customer loyalty.

    I'm punctual, dependable, and can be counted upon to finish what I started.

    I understand my customer's needs.

    I am hard-working/reliable/ dependable/ helpful/ outgoing/organized/ honest/cooperative.

  2. Why did you leave your previous job?

    I've learned a lot from my current role, but now I'm looking for a new challenge to broaden my horizons and to gain a new skill-set-all for which I see the potential in this job.

    I'm looking forward to a better opportunity to grow job-wise and financially-wise. I want to learn more things where I am working.

    I'm looking for a job where I can grow with this company.

    I'm looking for a job that suits my qualifications. - I was laid off/made redundant because the company relocated/downsized/ needed to cut costs.

  3. What are you currently doing?

    My work is important to me, so instead of rushing to accept the first thing that comes my way. I'm taking my time and being selective to ensure my next role is suitable.

    I'm working on several freelancer projects while actively job-seeking.

    I'm spending time being a stay-at-home mom and volunteering at my daughter's school.

    I'm taking some continuing education classes and seminars.

  4. What do you find most rewarding about being in sales (marketing, HR, and so on)?

    I enjoy making contacts and spending time talking with people. For me, the most rewarding part of being in sales is the time spent with customers, helping them make the right decision about a product.

    I'm a people person. I was always happiest- and most satisfied when interacting with customers, ensuring I could meet their needs and give them the best possible customer experience.

    I'd like to stay in a field related to training no matter what happens. I was too interested in business to work at a university, but teaching is someone in my blood. I've been good at sales because I took the time to educate my clients. Now I look forward to training the new hires.

  5. What are your strengths?

    My strongest trait is my attention to detail. This trait has helped me tremendously in this field of work.

    I've always been a great team player. I'm good at keeping a team together and producing quality work in a team environment.

    I'm an adaptable person. I work for three different management styles and expectations of me. I'm able to adjust my approach to meet each of their needs.

  6. What are your weakness?

    I've never been very comfortable with public speaking, which, as you know, can be a hindrance in the workplace. Realizing this was a problem. I asked my previous employer if I could enroll in a speech workshop. He said, "Yes." I took the class and was able to overcome my lifelong fear. Since then, I've given lots of presentations to an audience of over 100 High-level executives. I still don't love it, but no one else can tell!

    I had troubles in the past with planning and prioritization. However, I'm now taking steps to correct this. I just started using a pocket planner.

    I need to learn to be more flexible when things are not going according to plan. This is something I'm working on at the moment.

  7. Tell me about a difficult situation you have faced?

    In my last job, I sometimes had to find answers to IT questions. I often look for blogs on the internet on the topic I need to learn about. I enjoy learning new things, so research is one of my hobbies.

    I have faced a number of difficult situations, but the one that comes to mind now is. (Describe the case). I dealt with it by assessing the situation, determining possible approaches, and deciding on the most effective one. I had to remain unemotional and objective and focused on the solution.

    I'm a perfectionist and may be too hard on myself or my co-workers sometimes.

  8. Where do you see yourself 3-5 years from now?

    Although it is hard to predict the future,I will become a good financial consultant. My abilities will allow me to excel to the point that I can seek other opportunities as a portfolio manager (the next step) and possibly even higher.

    In five years, I see myself as a valued company employee. I want to be an expert and start training to be a manager.

    My goal is to become a leader in five years. although only some get promoted to this level. I can achieve this goal through hard work.

  9. Why should we hire you?

    I am a fast learner, I had to learn a new operating system in my last job, and I was up and running within a couple of weeks.

    You require someone who can perform a wide range of administrative duties. I have a track record of carrying out these tasks efficiently and successfully.

    I have the right combination of skills and experience for this job. I also bring the additional quality of

    Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, as shown by my introduction of a more efficient workflow system at ABC Company.

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