Preparation.
To really shine, you must walk in with: Knowledge of the company and the role Your top 3 points about why you’ll do great stories from past jobs that highlight your skills And answers to these 12 very common questions
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1) Tell me about yourself
Tip: Decide in advance which of your skills and career highlights best fit the role
Answer: Share those as a personal and interesting story, showing how you got started, where you are now, and how this role is the next logical chapter
2) What interests you about this position?
Tip: Research the company and role beforehand Answer: Get specific about the impact you want to have and how your skills fit well
3) What are your strengths?
Tip: Decide ahead of time which strengths best match the role
Answer: Highlight just 2-3 and back them up with memorable stories of times you shined
4) Tell me about a time you failed. How did you deal with the situation?
Tip: Show you are humble and growth-oriented
Answer: Tell a story of a setback that you quickly recovered and learned from
5) Describe a time when you motivated colleagues. How did you do it?
Tip: Show leadership
Answer: Highlight a time when you were positive, persistent, and persuasive
6) Tell me about a time you had to handle multiple projects at once-how did you get it all done?
Tip: Focus on your time management and reliability Answer: Share an example where you used a repeatable system
7) Describe a time you went through a major change at work. How did you adapt?
Tip: Employers are looking for people who are excited about change, not just tolerant of it
Answer: Tell a story about a big change that impacted you directly and that you adjusted too quickly
8) Tell me about a time you set a goal for yourself, How did you ensure you achieved it?
Tip: Show you can get things. done. Answer: Pick an example where you succeeded in a replicable way
9) Tell me about a time you disagreed with a boss or colleague. How did it go?
Tip: Never badmouth the other person
Answer: Pick a time when you had a valid case, communicated it professionally, and reached a positive resolution
10) What are your weaknesses?
Tip: Don’t use “I care too much’ or other cliches-this is about self-awareness
Answer: Describe 1-2 that aren’t critical to the role and how you’ve been working on them
11) Any questions for me?
Tip: The only question almost guaranteed to be asked
Answer: Ask questions that show you’re focused on success
12) Anything we didn’t get to discuss that you’d like to add?
Tip: Don’t say no! Before the interview, think about the 2-3 main points you want to communicate
Answer: Reiterate those here
Make sure you’re prepared enough to use every question as an opportunity to show why you’re the best person for the job.
Good luck!
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