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Answer Tough Questions in an Interview
Steps
- Apply for jobs you really want. If you're not really sure about a job,
every question will be tough to answer.
- Know yourself. Consider your strengths and weaknesses, and be aware of
the qualities you offer a potential employer. Think about how your past experiences
have helped you.
- Before the interview, think about (or write down) all the possible
questions you could be asked, and come up with answers to them.
- Recognize that the interviewer is interested in you. Don't sell yourself
short, and realize that you have something to offer. This will make questions
easier to answer.
- Talk about the future as much as the past. Avoid discussing uncomfortable
things from your past and focus on what you can do for the company and why you
want to work there.
- If caught off guard with a question, don't answer right away. Take some
time to compose your thoughts, and then answer as best you can.
Tips
- Be clean. Shower 1 hour before, no perfume, no "statements" like punk
clothing/haircuts/jewelry. If you want to sell only your body, apply at your
nearest street corner. If you want to sell yourself, be relaxed and ready to kick
butt.
- Give yourself plenty of time to get to the interview. You don't want to
be late or rushed--arriving early will allow you to enter the interview calm,
cool and collected (and ready to answer questions).
- Keep in mind that a job interview is not "just about you". It is also
your opportunity to determine if the company is one you wish to work for. When the
interviewer asks if you have any questions, the worst thing you can do is say no.
Always have at least two or three job or company related questions ready.
- Do a bit of research in advance of the interview and learn about the
company's history and direction. During the interview, refer to things you've
learned about the company. This tells the interviewer that you have an interest
in the company and understand it's mission, giving you an edge over applicants
who simply "walk in".
- Turn potentially negative answers into positive ones. A common example
would be "What are your weaknesses?" The worst answer to give is that you haven't
any. Find a weakness that you've improved upon and use that for your answer to
this common question. "I learned in my previous position that my computer skills
were not as strong as I would have preferred. I have since completed classroom
training in that area, and have greatly improved." Remember, the question isn't
meant to determine what the "weaknesses" are- it is meant to determine what you
have done to correct them.
- Always bring questions full circle back to your stated achievements and
qualifications. When the interviewer asks a "How would you handle xxx?", a good
answer would be "I had a similar situation in a previous position, and I handled
it by.." Whenever a positive result was achieved, it is imperative that you note
it. "My actions resulted in a decrease of operating expenses by 15% while
increasing revenues by 25%."
- Practice asking yourself questions in a mirror or have someone you know
assist. Do what all US Presidents, court witnesses and executives do to prepare
for tough questions, have someone basically act out the same potential questions
using a role-playing format. Allow yourself practice to work through not only
the best answer bit one your most comfortable verbally delivering.
Warnings
- Do not go there hoping to get the job. It produces sweat, stupid answers,
etc., as anticipation is not a good thing. Go there to show them what they will
be losing if they don't hire you. Don't wish for the job, just go and prove how
good you are, just because and not to get the job. Understand? Do not humiliate
yourself-just convince the company you are a good human and they will want
you. Easy.
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