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interviews
what kind a questions do they ask at interviews and how do i answer them so i can get the job
also i heard that asking questions increases the chances of getting the job so what questions can i ask them
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For preparation of answering the questions, create a Beyond profile [www.beyond.com]. When you have that finished, in your portfolio there is an option that says "Questions and Answers." Click on it, and it will give you a (huge) list of the possible questions an employer would ask you.
The basic questions many employers will ask are:
Tell me about yourself. Keep your answer in the professional realm only. Review your past positions, education and other strengths.
What do you know about our organization? If you've done your research correctly, you should have no problem answering this one. Be positive!
Why are you interested in this position? Relate how you feel your qualifications really match the requirements of the job. Also express you desire to work for that company.
What are the most significant accomplishments in your career so far? Pick recent accomplishments that relate to this position and its requirements.
Describe a situation in which your work was criticized. Focus on how you solved the situation and how you became a better person because of it.
How would you describe your personality?
How do you perform under pressure?
What have you done to improve yourself over the past year?
What did you like least about your last position?
Are you leaving (did you leave) your present(last) company?
What is your ideal working environment?
How would co-workers describe you?
What do you think of your boss?
Have you ever fired anyone? What was the situation and how did you handle it?
Are you creative?
What are your goals in your career?
Where do you see yourself in two years?
Why should we hire you?
What kind of salary are you looking for?
What other types of jobs/companies are you considering?
Then, they recommend that throughout the interview, you ask questions. It's better to wait until after the employer is done asking you questions, and then it turns to you. Here are some questions to ask the interviewer:
Why is this position available?
What type of training programs will be offered to the person in this position?
What obstacles must be overcome for the person in this position to succeed?
How will my performance be evaluated?
What opportunities are there for growth in the next 12 months? Two Years? Five years?
What growth do you anticipate for your firm in the next 12 months?
What are your skills and qualifications for this job?
Are there any benefits?
It's also important you come in with a confident attitude, having a smile on your face, and dress professionally. Always arrive a few minutes early in case they ask you to fill out a pre-interview application form, and give them your resume. And it does look good on you.
Here are some proper etiquette:
Arrive 15 minutes early. Late attendance is never excusable.
Clarify questions. Be sure you answered the questions the employer really asked.
Get the interviewer to describe the position and responsibilities early in the conversation so you can relate your skills and background to the position throughout the interview.
Give your qualifications. Stress the accomplishments that are most pertinent to the job.
Conduct yourself professionally. Be aware of what your body language is saying. Smile, make eye contact, don't slouch and maintain composure. Always sit on the edge of the seat during the meeting.
Anticipate tough questions. Prepare in advance so you can turn apparent weaknesses into strengths. When answering questions always look the Interviewer in the eyes.
Dress appropriately. Make your first impression a professional one.
Ask questions throughout the interview. An interview should be a mutual exchange of information, not a one-sided conversation.
Listen. This is probably the most important ability of all. By concentrating not only on the employer's words, but also on the tone of voice and body language, you will be able to pick up on the employer's style. Once you understand how a hiring authority thinks, pattern your answers accordingly and you will be able to better relate to him or her.
Here are some things you should NEVER do:
Don't answer vague questions. Rather than answering questions you think you hear, get the employer to be more specific and then respond.
Never interrupt the employer. If you don't have time to listen, neither does the employer.
Don't smoke, chew gum or place anything on the employer's desk.
Don't be overly familiar, even if the employer is doing all of these things.
Don't wear heavy perfume or cologne.
Don't ramble. Long answers often make the speaker sound apologetic or indecisive.
On the other hand, don't answer questions with a simple "yes" or "no." Explain whenever possible.
Do not make derogatory remarks about your present or former employers or companies.
Closing the interview, it's important you close it well. The employer may ask for any more questions or any kind of concerns. One last thing to do is, tell him/her why you're better than the other candidates. A good closing would be:
After hearing more about your company, the position and the responsibilities at hand, I am certain that I possess the qualities that you are looking for in the (title) position. Based on our conversation and my qualifications, are there any issues or concerns that you have that would lead you to believe otherwise?"
This is the website where I got these from. Thank Trak, who is a recruiting agency in Cincinnati. They have not only questions, but tips for proper etiquette throughout the interview.
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Go ahead and read through the website. It really helped me!!
Make sure after the interview, you ask the interviewer for business card or contact information so you can e-mail him/her a thank you letter for the interview. Give it a week, and if no call, call them. Most of the time no call to you means no job; however, if you call, it will look like it to them that you are interested in the position, and may keep your information on file in case something happens witht he hired candidates. A Recruiter of mine told me it does look good on you to do these things!!
I hope I helped, and good luck!
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They ask questions like:
-Why do you want this job?
-What are your special qualifications for this job?
-What is your past work experience?
-What are your hobbies?
-Where do you see yourself in five years?
-What career are you looking forward to as an adult?
-What times are you available to work?
-Can you work weekends? Holidays?
Just answer these questions honestly while still making yourself look good. If you like to go out on the weekends and get wasted, don't mention that in your list of hobbies. Make sure you tell them you can work weekends. If the job is something having to do with computers, tell them that you have good typing skills/computer knowledge (as long as those things are true).
If the job requires you to run a cash register, tell them that you've ran one before (if you have) or that you're a fast learner and you will catch on quickly.
Be friendly, smile, be likable. Don't act stuck up. Just take a deep breath and be honest (within reason)
As far as questions you could ask, ask any questions you may have. If you're wondering what your exact job description would be, ask them. If you're wondering about policies/uniforms/money, ask them. Don't be rude, of course. Don't just waltz in and say, "Yo, uh, yeah.. soo how much you gonna pay me??" I'm sure you know this, but some people need practical advice (ha). Just ask things politely and make sure you don't just sit across from them, completely silent the whole time.
Employers like to see personality, enthusiasm, and spirit in potential employees.
Good luck,
Darby(:
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