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You may say that you thrive under certain types of
pressure. Give an example that relates to the type of position applied for.
32. Do your skills match this job or another job more
closely?
Probably this one. Do not give fuel to the suspicion that
you may want another job more
than this one.
33. What motivates you to do your best on the job?
This is a personal trait that only you can say, but good
examples are:
Challenge, Achievement, Recognition
34. Are you willing to work overtime? Nights? Weekends?
This is up to you. Be totally honest.
35. How would you know you were successful on this job?
Several ways are good measures:
You set high standards for yourself and meet them. Your
outcomes are a success.Your boss tell you that you are successful
36. Would you be willing to relocate if required?
You should be clear on this with your family prior to the
interview if you think there is a
chance it may come up. Do not say yes just to get the job
if the real answer is no. This can create a lot of problems later on in your
career. Be honest at this point and save yourself future grief.
37. Are you willing to put the interests of the
organization ahead of your own?
This is a straight loyalty and dedication question. Do not
worry about the deep ethical and philosophical implications. Just say yes.
38. Describe your management style.
Try to avoid labels. Some of the more common labels, like
progressive, salesman or
consensus, can have several meanings or descriptions
depending on which management
expert you listen to. The situational style is safe,
because it says you will manage according to the situation, instead of one size
fits all.
39. What have you learned from mistakes on the job?
Here you have to come up with something or you strain
credibility. Make it small, well
intentioned mistake with a positive lesson learned. An
example would be working too far
ahead of colleagues on a project and thus throwing
coordination off.
40. Do you have any blind spots?
Trick question. If you know about blind spots, they are no
longer blind spots. Do not reveal any personal areas of concern here. Let them
do their own discovery on your bad points. Do not hand it to them.
41. If you were hiring a person for this job, what would
you look for?
Be careful to mention traits that are needed and that you
have.
42. Do you think you are overqualified for this position?
Regardless of your qualifications, state that you are very
well qualified for the position.
43. How do you propose to compensate for your lack of
experience?
First, if you have experience that the interviewer does
not know about, bring that up: Then, point out (if true) that you are a hard
working quick learner.
44. What qualities do you look for in a boss?
Be generic and positive. Safe qualities are knowledgeable,
a sense of humor, fair, loyal to subordinates and holder of high standards. All
bosses think they have these traits.
45. Tell me about a time when you helped resolve a dispute
between others.
Pick a specific incident. Concentrate on your problem
solving technique and not the dispute you settled.
46. What position do you prefer on a team working on a
project?
Be honest. If you are comfortable in different roles,
point that out.
47. Describe your work ethic.
Emphasize benefits to the organization. Things like,
determination to get the job done and work hard but enjoy your work are good.
48. What has been your biggest professional
disappointment?
Be sure that you refer to something that was beyond your
control. Show acceptance and no negative feelings.
49. Tell me about the most fun you have had on the job.
Talk about having fun by accomplishing something for the
organization.
50. Do you have any questions for me?
Always have some questions prepared. Questions prepared
where you will be an asset to
the organization are good. How soon will I be able to be
productive? and What type of
projects will I be able to assist on? are examples.
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