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The document provides answers to 10 of the most common job interview questions, such as "What are your weaknesses?", "Why should we hire you?", and "What can you do for us that other candidates can't?". It offers tips on how to answer questions in a positive way and emphasizes preparing answers that highlight relevant experiences and strengths. The goal is to help job seekers feel more confident and prepared when responding to standard interview questions.

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Answers To 10 Most Common Job Interview Questions

The document provides answers to 10 of the most common job interview questions, such as "What are your weaknesses?", "Why should we hire you?", and "What can you do for us that other candidates can't?". It offers tips on how to answer questions in a positive way and emphasizes preparing answers that highlight relevant experiences and strengths. The goal is to help job seekers feel more confident and prepared when responding to standard interview questions.

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Answers to 10 most common job

interview questions

So many job seekers stumble through interviews as if the questions asked are coming out of
left field. But many interview questions are to be expected. Need some job interview tips?
Monster has you covered. Study this list of popular and frequently asked interview questions
and answers ahead of time so you'll be ready to answer them with confidence.

1. What are your weaknesses?


"What are your weaknesses" is one of the most popular questions interviewers ask. It is also
the most dreaded question of all. Handle it by minimizing your weakness and emphasizing
your strengths. Stay away from personal qualities and concentrate on professional traits: "I
am always working on improving my communication skills to be a more effective presenter. I
recently joined Toastmasters, which I find very helpful."

2. Why should we hire you?


Answer "Why should we hire you?" by summarizing your experiences: "With five years'
experience working in the financial industry and my proven record of saving the company
money, I could make a big difference in your company. I'm confident I would be a great
addition to your team."

3. Why do you want to work here?


By asking you, "Why do you want to work here?" the interviewer is listening for an answer
that indicates you've given this some thought and are not sending out resumes just because
there is an opening. For example, "I've selected key companies whose mission statements
are in line with my values, where I know I could be excited about what the company does,
and this company is very high on my list of desirable choices."

In Monster's Grads to Candidates virtual career panel, Wesley Perry, SVP and chief talent
officer for Leader Bank, said the first question he always asks in an interview is, "What do
you know about the company?" It's a way for him to separate candidates who have done
their homework from those who haven't. "It really helps me understand how serious
someone is about the role," he says.

4. What are your goals?


When you're asked, "What are your goals?" sometimes it's best to talk about short-term and
intermediate goals rather than locking yourself into the distant future. For example, "My
immediate goal is to get a job in a growth-oriented company. My long-term goal will depend
on where the company goes. I hope to eventually grow into a position of responsibility."
5. Why did you leave (or why are you leaving) your job?
One of the most critical job interview tips: Don't badmouth a former employer. So if an
interviewer asks, "Why did you leave (or why are you leaving) your job?" and you're
unemployed, state your reason for leaving in a positive context: "I managed to survive two
rounds of corporate downsizing, but the third round was a 20% reduction in the workforce,
which included me."

If you are employed, focus on what you want in your next job: "After two years, I made the
decision to look for a company that is team-focused, where I can add my experience."

6. When were you most satisfied in your job?


The interviewer who asks, "When were you most satisfied in your job?" wants to know what
motivates you. If you can relate an example of a job or project when you were excited, the
interviewer will get an idea of your preferences. "I was very satisfied in my last job, because I
worked directly with the customers and their problems; that is an important part of the job for
me."

7. What can you do for us that other candidates can't?


Emphasize what makes you unique when you're asked, "What can you do for us that other
candidates can't?". This will take an assessment of your experiences, skills and traits.
Summarize concisely: "I have a unique combination of strong technical skills, and the ability
to build strong customer relationships. This allows me to use my knowledge and break down
information to be more user-friendly."

8. What are three positive things your last boss would


say about you?
It's time to pull out your old performance appraisals and boss's quotes to answer the
question, "What are three positive things your last boss would say about you?". This is a
great way to brag about yourself through someone else's words: "My boss has told me that I
am the best designer he has ever had. He knows he can rely on me, and he likes my sense
of humor."

9. What salary are you seeking?


When you're asked, "What salary are you seeking?" it is to your advantage if the employer
tells you the range first. Prepare by knowing the going rate in your area, and your bottom line
or walk-away point. One possible answer would be: "I am sure when the time comes, we can
agree on a reasonable amount. In what range do you typically pay someone with my
background?"

10. If you were an animal, which one would you want to


be?
Don't be alarmed if you're asked, "If you were an animal, which one would you want to be?"
Interviewers use this type of psychological question to see if you can think quickly. If you
answer "a bunny," you will make a soft, passive impression. If you answer "a lion," you will
be seen as aggressive. What type of personality would it take to get the job done? What
impression do you want to make?

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