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Whilst the way you handle yourself during the interview process is only one of several factors that ultimately determines whether you get recruited, it is one of the most important nevertheless. To assist you with that process we have put together some typical job interview questions - and also below you will find several insights on what a recruiting manager might be wanting for in your answers.



1. "Tell me more about yourself"

This truly is the most typical opening question and it's usually a problem to answer due to the fact it's so open.

The finest technique is to filter the scope of the question by focusing on those aspects of your background that make you best qualified for the job. After that, you can explain more about your interest in this specific position and organization.

2. "Tell me more about your last position"

Very simply here almost all interviewers are seeking a direct connection between your duties in your last job and the role they have open. This is your opportunity to emphasize your transferable skills and talk about specifics, including who you reported to, the number of people you managed, how your job will fit into the company's overall strategy and the contributions you made.

Make sure you aren't too unspecific in your responses. Convey to the interviewer what your job entailed on a day to day basis and how those accountabilities have prepared you for the job you're seeking.

3. "What are your weaknesses?"

Don't turn this into a nightmare - it's actually fairly easy to handle. The issue for some people is that (understandably) they find it hard to admit their weaknesses to those they know well, much less someone whom they have don't. Get over it - this isn't the time to beat yourself up: don't talk about all those projects you started but didn't have time to finish at your last job. Instead, be candid and brief. Maybe planning wasn't your strong suit in the past, but you've found an organizational system that keeps you on track.

4. "Why should I give you the job?"

Don't fall into the trap of thinking this only needs an easy answer ("because I'm the best person for the job"). Instead, hone in on specific qualities that make you a good fit for this position. Talk about what you know about the job from the description and how you can make a significant contribution. Then relate examples of your skills to back it up.

5. "What's the biggest problem you faced in your last job, and how did you solve it?"

An interviewer who asks this question is looking for an understanding of what you consider a challenge and how you would handle a difficult situation.

Come ready with two or three illustrations of difficulties you overcame whilst in the job that is most relevant to the position for which you are interviewing.

6. "What kind of salary do you require?"

Typically, it's far better to postpone negotiations about the salary until you have a thorough comprehension of the job obligations and what the employer is willing to pay. But in case it does come up early in the interview process, be sure you know your monetary requirements and market value.

Your perceived "value" is generally the basis of most companies' salary decisions.

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