common questions

Q1: Tell me about yourself and your need for this job?

A: This is a commonly asked interview question, so you must prepare it beforehand. You must share your qualifications and skills in a manner that will differentiate you from the rest of the candidates. Make sure to highlight your achievements to let the interviewer know about your competencies. No doubt, the majority of people want a job for money and other benefits, but these reasons are not important to the interviewer. So, answer the question by keeping in view the job description. The hiring manager would prefer hearing that this job is necessary for your future career.

Q2: Tell me about your greatest strength and weakness?

A: The hiring manager wants to know about your greatest strengths and weakness. Your greatest strength should be something relevant to the job like your proficiency in a specific technology or skill. Share how the company will benefit if they hire you for this job. As far as the greatest weakness is concerned, don’t select a weakness that will make you ineligible for the job. In fact, tell about your greatest weakness honestly and share how you will overcome it through practice or training. Never say you are a perfectionist and don’t have any weaknesses.

Q3: Why we should hire you?

A: The answer to this question will definitely differentiate you from other candidates. Let the interviewer know how you will meet their set criteria with your abilities and skills. Don’t forget to share your extra capabilities that the company may require in the future. In this way, you will let the hiring manager know how useful you will be for them now as well as in the future. Do share your past experience if it’s relevant to the job.

Q4: Why you want to leave your current job?

A: This is a tough question, so you must answer it smartly. Of course, you cannot say that you don’t like your current company or boss as it will put a negative impression on the interviewer. Also, you cannot say that your current salary or fringe benefits are below your standards as the hiring manager will conclude the worst. Though these reasons are valid to quit a job, there must also be other reasons, including:

• Your existing department or company has become unstable
• Your existing company is unable to provide you professional growth

Share a reason about which the interviewer will be least concerned.

Q5: Any question from your side?

A: Most of the candidates avoid asking questions from the interviewer, but I advice you to ask some questions to show your interest in the job opportunity. This is the best time to learn about the role, the company, and corporate practice. A genuinely interested candidate will definitely avail this opportunity and the interviewer will expect candidates to have questions. Ask questions about the job’s role and goals to show your concern about getting the job. Believe me, it’s the best time to shine and differentiate yourself from others.