How To Tackle The Most Common Interview Questions

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Most all of us have been on an interview for a job, and been stumped on one or more of the questions the interviewer fielded us. No matter how prepared you may be for an interview, some questions you just don’t know how to answer in the correct fashion and this leads to the employer choosing another candidate for the job. For those who have experienced this conundrum, we offer the following most common interview questions and the right answers to help you with your future interviews.

1. Why do you want this job and/or why do you want to work for us? This is one of the most commonly used questions that interviewers use, as employers want to make sure that you have the same vision and goals as the company-and the role of the position-as well as having an enthusiasm for the company on its own. The answer is never what it pays. Instead, research the company and job posting beforehand; and see what values and goals they may have that you share. Moreover, consider what you can learn from the company and include this in your answer.

2. Tell me about yourself: This is usually one of the first interview questions to come about. It is the interviewer’s easy way out, in that they are being general; and have you sum up your career, goals, and qualifications as it relates to the position. This kind of question an applicant should always be prepared for, as it should incorporate all the aspects just mentioned if it is to be successful with the employer.

3. Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years? Interviewers ask this question to find out two things: what you career goals are-and that you have them and how this relates to the position that you are applying for. They want to see a natural reasoning between your career goals and the company position, and also ensure that you plan on working with them for awhile. The right answer lies in your professional goals, and why you chose to apply for the position.

4. What are your strengths and weaknesses? Signature of most every interview-no matter the industry or profession-the strengths and weaknesses questions stumps many applicants. The right answer for your strengths is to mention a strength that is not already listed in your qualifications, and give proof of this from an achievement in your resume. For the weakness, state a small weakness and show how you have overcome it.

5. Do you have any questions? Though you may not have questions at the end of the interview, the interviewer wants to know that you are interested and enthusiastic about the position. By offering intelligent questions about the company-the more detailed the better-you show your interest.