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12/09/2023

COMMON JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS!✅️🗣
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Q1. Tell me about yourself.
TIP – Use the format SET when answering this first interview question:
S – Skills and qualities you have that match the role.
E – Experience and/or educational qualifications.
T – The type of person you are.

Q2. Why do you want to work for us?
TIP – Tell them you are seeking long-term employment with a positive, forward-thinking company and that you want to be part of a team that are all striving to achieve the same goal.
Q3. How would you deal with conflict with a co-worker?
TIP – Don’t fall into the trap of saying you would leave the conflict for your manager to resolve. The interviewer wants to hear that you would sort out the problem yourself.

Q4. Why do you want this job?
TIP – They will ask all the other candidates this same question too, so it is imperative you give the interviewer an answer that makes you stand out. Make sure you talk about how you want to work for their company because they are a bright, forward-thinking organization that will support you in your work!

Q5. Tell me about a time when you provided excellent customer service.
TIP – This is a behavioral interview question and my advice is to use the S.T.A.R technique to structure your response. The S.T.A.R technique stands for:
• SITUATION – Briefly outline the situation you were in.
• TASK – Explain the task that needed to be done.
• ACTION – Give details about the action you took, and the action others took.
• RESULT – Tell the interviewer the results following your actions. (Make sure the results are positive!)

Q6. What’s your greatest achievement?
TIP – Where possible, give an answer that explains something you achieved with a previous employer. Perhaps you helped a previous employer successfully launch a new product, or even break previous company sales figures for a particular year. If this is your first job, talk about either your educational qualifications, something you did for charity, or how you won a team sporting event.

Q7. Tell me about a time when you were under pressure at work. What was the situation, and how did you get through it?
TIP – The best way to answer this difficult behavioral interview question is to give a situation you were in when you had to work to a strict timescale. If you add a time pressure to the answer, it will be appealing to the vast majority of employers and hiring managers.

Q8. Where do you see yourself in five years?
TIP – When answering this common interview question, put yourself in the shoes of the employer. What do they want to hear from your answer? They want to hear three things:
1. That you will still be working for them in five years’ time.
2. That you will have developed to become a highly-trusted and productive member of their team.
3. That you will help other people to get up to speed when they join the company.

Q9. What did you like and dislike about your previous job?
TIP – Do not say you disliked your boss or your work colleagues! Be respectful, but don’t be afraid to say you disliked a particular aspect of your work, especially if it demonstrates you are a driven and enthusiastic person.

Q10. Describe a time when you disagreed with your boss.
TIP – Again, use the S.T.A.R technique to give a great answer here. Do not say… “I would never disagree with my boss!” This interview question is assessing your ability to disagree with your manager or supervisor in a constructive and beneficial way.

Q11. What’s your least favorite task?
TIP – Be careful not to say something that is part of the job description. It is important that you do give something you dislike doing at work, but don’t let it be an issue for you!

Q12. Tell me about a time you took the initiative to solve a difficult problem.
TIP – Taking the initiative is one of the most important qualities needed at work. It means you are not afraid to take the lead when something needs resolving and you can come up with solutions to difficult problems.

Q13. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
TIP – Give four or five strengths that are a good match for the job you are applying for (refer to the job description if there is one), and then give just one weakness that is not a requirement of the role. It is important to say you are always seeking to improve on your weakness at the end of your answer.

Q14. Tell me about a time when you did something at work that had a positive impact on your team or the organization.
TIP – Doing something positive at work could include saving the business money, providing great customer service that goes above and beyond, increasing sales, making a suggestion that improves systems or processes, or undertaking a training course that improves working efficiency.

Q15. Why should we hire you?
TIP – When you answer this common but difficult interview question, it is important to use the following three phrases:
#1. Add value.
#2. Commercially-aware.
#3. Fast-learner.

Q16. Talk about a time when you had to work closely with someone whose personality was very different from yours.
TIP – This question is assessing your ability to willingly and cooperatively work with anyone within a team. It takes all types of personality to make a strong team, so give a specific example (using the S.T.A.R technique) where you worked with someone who had a very different personality to yours.

Q17. Describe a time when the team you were a part of was undergoing some change. How did the change impact you, and how did you adapt?
TIP – Change is a very important part of all successful organizations. For a business or company to stay at the forefront of its industry, change must be embraced by everyone within the team. Give a specific answer that demonstrates you always embrace change positively and you adapt to it quickly.

Q18. What motivates you?
TIP – Give a mixture of personal and professional motivators and do not say you are motivated by the weekends!

Q19. Tell me about a time when you had to collaborate with a coworker who was difficult to work with.
TIP – This is a difficult interview question to answer correctly. It is assessing your ability to put differences aside and focus on the task in hand. It also assesses your ability to build positive relationships with your co-workers.

Q20. Describe a time when you had to be flexible in a work situation.
TIP – The most effective way to answer this question to gain the highest scores possible is to give a situation where you volunteered to help your employer when asked to.

Q21. Describe a time you had to give a person difficult feedback?
TIP – The situation you give to this interview question can either be work-related or from your personal life. Demonstrate your ability to give feedback using tact and diplomacy.

Q22. Describe yourself in three words.
TIP – When answering this interview question don’t be afraid to sell yourself and remember to explain why you chose the 3 words. Make sure the words are positive and something they will remember you by!

Q23. How do you respond to stress and pressure?
TIP – Stress and pressure are part of everyday working life. Show you are not fazed by stress or pressure and that you cope with it by remaining calm and focused on your job, and by being organized in your work.

Q24. Describe a time when you got frustrated or angry at work.
TIP – The most effective way to answer this interview question is to talk about how you got passionate about a situation that impacted the organization you were working for. Do not say, I never get frustrated or angry, because we all do from time to time!

Q25. How would you deal with a customer complaint?
TIP – There is a very simple process for dealing with customer complaints that only takes a few seconds to learn. Make sure you learn it before you attend your job interview. It involves listening to the customer, allowing them to speak, apologizing for the complaint, coming up with a solution and taking steps to prevent the same complaint from happening again!

Q26. When have you gone above and beyond for a customer?
TIP – This is your opportunity to show the interviewer what great customer service is! Again, use the S.T.A.R technique to structure a brilliant answer that shows you have the knowledge and the experience to do a great job for them! Remember, going above and beyond means literally going out of your way to do something of significance for the customer.

Q27. Why are there gaps in your employment?
TIP – Whilst it is important to be honest about any gaps in your employment, I believe the best way to answer this question is to show you used your time away from work in a positive way. Perhaps you went traveling to experience different cultures or you took time off work to raise your family.

Q28. Why did you leave your last job? Why do you want to leave your current job?
TIP – Do not be negative of your previous employer or your work colleagues. If you leave your job on good terms, the interviewer will view this positively!

Q29. How did you find out about this job?
TIP – Demonstrate that you have been keeping an eye out for vacancies to come up with their company. This is much better than applying on the spot because the job looks appealing.

Q30. What are your salary expectations?
TIP – Before you attend your job interview, look to see what the average salary range is for the position you are applying for. This can be achieved by asking a friend who works there or on GlassDoor.com or PayScale.com. Then, ask for a salary that is slightly below the top average range and justify why you are asking for that amount...!❤️

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12/09/2023

(Tips for a Successful Interview)

The impression you make on the interviewer often can outweigh your actual credentials. Your poise, attitude, basic social skills, and ability to communicate are evaluated along with your experience and education.
And Preparation is the key.

Be on time.
This often means 10-15 minutes early. Interviewers often are ready before the appointment.

Know the interviewer’s name, its spelling, and pronunciation.
Use it during the interview. If you don’t know the name, call beforehand and ask the secretary. Also, note the secretary’s name in case you have to call back. Secretaries can influence the hiring decision!

Have some questions of your own prepared in advance.
There is nothing wrong with having a short list of questions and thoughts- it shows you have done your research and want to know more about the organization and the position.

Bring several copies of your resume.
Also, bring a copy of your transcript. Carry your papers in an organized manner.

Expect to spend some time developing rapport.
Don’t jump right in and get down to business. Follow the interviewer’s lead.

Don’t be embarrassed if you are nervous.
As you gain experience you’ll become more at ease with the interviewing process.

Focus.
On your attributes, your transferable skills, and your willingness to learn; don’t apologize for a lack of experience; describe your strengths in terms of what you can do for the organization.

Listen carefully to the interviewer.
Be sure you understand the question; if not, ask for clarification, or restate it in your own words. Answer completely and concisely. Stick to the subject at hand.

Watch your grammar.
Employers are interested in candidates who can express themselves properly. Even if you have to go slowly and correct yourself, accuracy is preferred over ungrammatical fluency.

Be prepared for personal questions.
Some interviewers may not know what they can and cannot ask legally. Anticipate how you will handle such questions without losing your composure.

Wait for the interviewer to mention salary and benefits.
To research pay scales, refer to salary surveys and information on the Career Services website on in the career library.

Don’t expect a job offer at the first interview.
Often you will be invited to a second or even third interview before an offer is made several weeks later.

Close on a positive, enthusiastic note.
Ask what the next step will be. Thank the interviewer for his/her time and express your interest in the job. Leave quickly and courteously with a handshake and a smile.
And Remember no interview is complete until you follow up with a thank-you note.

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How To Use Some and Any | Much and Many

The differences between some and any, and also, much, many, and a lot, often cause difficulties for learners. These are examples of quantifiers. Although the rules are not complicated, there are a number of exceptions that can cause confusion.

In this, we will look at the rules for some and any and see examples to illustrate the differences and potential errors in use.

Some and Any
The general rule is that any is used for questions and negatives while some is used for positive.

Both may be used with countable and uncountable nouns.

Do we need any rice?

No, we don’t need any rice.

We have some rice in the cupboard.

Some may also be used for questions, typically offers and requests, if we think the answer will be positive.

Would you like some wine?

May I have some more chocolate?

Much/ Many and a lot of
These work in the same way as some and any. Much may only be used with uncountable nouns while many is used with countable.

Do we have much time?

Were there many people at the party?

A lot of is used for positive.

There were a lot of people at the party.

Again, much and many may also be used in questions if the speaker thinks that the answer will be positive.

Note

When any, much/many are used in negative sentences, the verb is in the negative form. It is also possible to produce negative by using no or none.

There weren’t any people in the restaurant.

There were no people at the restaurant.

Were there any problems during the project?

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The first thing you need to do is to start learning. Many learners of English keep asking questions about how they can learn and improve their English skills. They get advice on how to improve their language skills, but they don't put the advice into practice. They don't take action; therefore, they stay at the same level with no progress at all.

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