Be ready to answer these 12 questions during a job interview

12 Common Job Interview Questions

› What do you know about our company?
Or Are you a consumer of our product?

The employer hopes to learn..
Did you prepare for this interview? Did you do your homework?
Be ready to offer specifics.

› Why should we consider you for this position?
Or Why do you think you are a good fit for this position?

The employer hopes to learn..
Are you confident in your abilities? What does the company gain by hiring you?

› What are your strengths and weaknesses?

The employer hopes to learn..
Companies expect honesty in answering this question. You should be able to articulate what you are best at and areas you are working to improve.

› What do you want to be doing 5 years from now?

The employer hopes to learn..
Are you goal directed? Or will you be satisfied with an entry-level position?

› What other jobs experiences have you had?

The employer hopes to learn..
Have you held a job before? How long have you been working? Did you get along with others?

› What people have been important influences in your life?

The employer hopes to learn..
People quick to credit others often work well with others and are not driven by ego

› Are you a self-starter?

The employer hopes to learn..
Can you work alone and without direct supervision? If not given a task, are you the type of person who will take the initiative to find something to do?

› What are your interests apart from work?
Or What’s special about you? What do you bring to the job that will help you succeed?

The employer hopes to learn..
Hobbies, activities and other interests indicate people who are well rounded and can manage time and work. It’s an opportunity to sell yourself.

› Tell me about a problem you solved recently.

The employer hopes to learn..
Insight on your problem-solving skills.

› Tell me about a goal you recently achieved. What did your initial plan look like? What worked particularly well?

The employer hopes to learn..
Can you talk in detail about a goal you have achieved—where you created your own plan and not only followed those plans but adapted to circumstances and changing conditions.

› Tell me about a goal you failed to achieve.

The employer hopes to learn..
If you take responsibilities for failing without blaming other people or outside factors. Can you admit you were wrong and willing to change your mind. This will also indicate whether you learned from your experience: can you describe in detail what perspectives, skills, and expertise you gained from that training.

› How do you handle stress