Good Interview

No matter how hard employers try to tailor the interview to the candidate and the role,
some questions keep coming up. These basic interview questions are always relevant and
eye-opening no matter what job at stake.

Below are 8 common interview questions and an approach to answer each one. You have
undoubtedly seen some of these questions in your career. If they've caused you problems
in the past, you're done worrying. These strategies will help you prepare your answers to
the most difficult interview questions you may be asked.

1.tell me a little about yourself

Recruiters often ask this question to begin the interview. Rather than dive straight into the
heart of the matter, your interviewer asks you to introduce yourself. Since this is such a
general question, what he wants to know is "how well are you able to express yourself?"
". While there are many ways to answer this question, we recommend that you provide a
brief career overview covering topics such as recent jobs, skills, and certifications. You
can end your answer by giving your interviewer a short overview of your personal
hobbies, but without it becoming the main focus of your answer. How best to prepare
yourself for this question? Prepare a short professional biography (1 minute or less). You
will be amazed at how practical it will be for you. When you have finished reading it, it is
likely that one of the points you mentioned will end up in the next question your
interviewer will ask you.

2. What aspect of this job are you interested in?

With this question, your interviewer tries to measure: a) your enthusiasm for the job; and
b) whether you have read and understood the job description. The best way to respond is
to take over the role or responsibilities found in the job description. If you have a blank
and can't remember the details of the job, you won't go wrong if you answer that you
want "the opportunity to use [name of your skill set]".

3. what are your main strengths?

You are very likely to lose this question if you try to gauge your interviewer to tell them
what they want to hear. Your best option is to be honest. You cannot construct a response
for your interviewer without repercussions. Plus, you risk failure if you don't keep your
word once you've been hired. While it is ideal to choose specific skills that match the job,
your strengths can just as easily be straightforward and suitable for any kind of job. These
universal strengths include: working effectively despite deadlines, strong communication
skills and punctuality. These skills are always worth having, no matter what job is on the
table.

4. what are your main weaknesses?

Unlike the previous question, this one can be difficult, since you cannot reveal anything
too damaging that will cause the employer to withdraw their offer. In this case, too much
honesty can be problematic. For example, you might find yourself in bad shape if you say
you tend to procrastinate and miss deadlines. Instead, try to talk about the positive
reviews you have received in the past and the corrections they have prompted you to
make. Always be sure to emphasize how you are trying to correct a problem.

5. what do you know about the company?

This interview question is clearly meant to check if you have done your homework. Show
your enthusiasm by educating yourself about the company before your interview.
Chances are your interviewer isn't asking too many specific questions, so all you need to
do is visit the company's website and do a quick Google search. Just bringing up the most
recent news, such as a change in management, an important business event, or a recent
product launch could earn you the first star in the eyes of your interviewer and show that
you have mastered your skills. folder.

6. Why should we hire you?

This question is the perfect opportunity to highlight your skills that are highly relevant to
the job you are looking for. It's even better if you manage to emphasize a point that sets
you apart from others in your field. Avoid self-centered responses such as "I've always
wanted to work for you" or "this job will help me advance my career." Instead, focus on
the value you have to offer.

7. What sets you apart from other candidates?

It is likely that most of the candidates interviewed have very comparable skills, so this
question is only a variation of the previous question. Your approach to answering them
should be the same: highlight your skills and explain the value you will bring to the
business. An effective strategy is to highlight here your certifications and
interdisciplinary skills which are not the norm in the industry. Be sure to explain the
reasons why they make you a better fit for the job though.

8.Describe to me a conflict you have been involved in and how it was resolved

One of the most dreaded and difficult interview questions on this list. It is difficult for
two reasons. First, it forces you to relate the facts on the spot. Second, it might reveal a
weakness that you'd rather avoid. It might sound logical, but the best way to answer this
question is to describe a conflict that had a happy ending, ideally one that you were
responsible for.

For example, you and your boss disagree about how to approach a new customer. At the
end, you present a revised strategy that represents a compromise based on aspects of both
visions. In this story, you highlight your positive traits, such as your ability to collaborate
and your team spirit. Remember, however, not to disparage and choose a conflict that
presents your previous workplace in a hostile light. You will never leave a good
impression if you try to destroy others in order to look good!
 Bad Interview

Signs that your interview is not going well… at all! Few situations are more
uncomfortable and agonizing than a job interview that goes wrong. Unfortunately, most
of us will have such an experience at some point in our careers. Sometimes we are
responsible for our troubles and maybe we were just unprepared for the interview. I am
sure that you still remember painfully the question which completely confused you or the
subject on which you did not know anything. The bad interview is practically a rite of
passage for anyone who has been in the workforce for several years. That said, many
candidates often blame themselves for a bad interview when they shouldn't. I, who have
had my fair share of interviews, can assure you that bad interviews are sometimes the
result of bad interviewers. However, this does not exempt job seekers from doing their
homework and arriving prepared for interviews. Here are some signals to pick up when
you suspect your interview is going on the wrong path.

Communications before the interview

It may sound trite, but you should always expect the hiring company to treat your
application with the respect and diligence it deserves. If you feel that pre-interview
communications are lacking, you may want to temper your expectations as the meeting
approaches. For example, if your interview is postponed over and over again or if you are
not given the requested information in preparation for the meeting, it may be a sign of a
somewhat bumpy situation. Ideally, a candidate should have any important questions
answered before showing up for an interview.

Unforeseen situations

The overall goal of an interview is to allow both the employer and the candidate to get to
know and value each other better. Just as the employer does not want unpleasant
surprises during the interview, the candidate deserves the same respect. So, if the
interviewer asks you puzzling questions or completely branches off, you are unlikely to
enjoy working for that company or that interviewer, who might turn out to be your future
boss. The candidate should always expect excellent support from the interviewer
throughout the process.

Attention deficit

Would you dare to pull out your cell phone and answer an email during an interview?
No? So why would such a situation be acceptable for an interviewer? And yes, I have
found myself in an interview where all the participants were more interested in their
phones than in the interviewee. I know you're risking a lot by politely asking the
interviewer to focus on the interview, but try to take proactive steps to get the interview
back on track.

Tell me what you want

One of the most frustrating job interviews of my young career saw me meet a recruiter
who clearly had no idea what type of candidate he wanted to recruit for the position at
hand. Throughout the interview, he asked all kinds of questions unrelated to the desired
job and went so far as to invade my privacy. As a candidate, I found the interview
completely wacky and baffling. After the interview was over, the embarrassed recruiter
informed me that I was the fifteenth person to be interviewed for this position. The lesson
to be learned is this: if you have the impression that the interviewer is completely
deviating from the subject of the interview, it is probably because he does not approach
this exercise with sufficient clarity and sincerity. Keep the conversation relevant and
moving in the right direction. If the questions become inappropriate, you have every right
to decline to answer them and even to leave the interview on the spot.

Learn to react right away

Some interviewers will deliberately ask you hard questions to test you and see how you
react under pressure. A really mean-spirited interviewer will ask you questions that are
"impossible" to answer correctly. In my opinion, these interview models have no value
but, alas, they do exist, and you may experience one. If you ever find yourself in such a
situation, learn to absorb a difficult question and turn it into something more appropriate.
If you need advice, watch videos of accomplished politicians. They may seem suspicious
to you at times, but many of them are very skillful and know how to find positive answers
to difficult questions. On the other hand, there is no shame in admitting that you do not
know the answer to a question, which is rather rare among politicians ...

Wrong conclusion

As with a date, the last minutes of an interview often obsess us more than the first hours.
How many times have you felt like you were particularly effective throughout the
interview until it ended abruptly? A qualified interviewer will do whatever it takes to
make applicants feel comfortable and positive throughout the interview. However, there
may be times when you are not the right fit for the job, and the interview may end
abruptly. If you feel like you are being pushed out, take it as a sign that this position is
simply not for you and leave professionally. If this ever happens to you, don't be
discouraged. Bad interviews and bad interviewers are more common than you might
think. Always make sure you come to an interview well prepared and ready to do your
best.