Following are some typical questions that an interviewer may ask during a job interview, and some typical responses:
Q:Can you tell me a little more about the Canto project that you did at ABC Incorporated?
A:Oh, that was a very exciting project. We had to increase sales by 40% during the 2nd quarter, and our results exceeded expectations,even though we were under a lot of pressure.
Q:Why should I hire you?
A:I feel that my qualifications match your job description. I have a proven track record in resolving problems, multitasking, and dealing with customers, as you can see from my resume.
Q:What can you offer this company?
A:In addition to the skills and experience we discussed, I‘m an extremely hard worker, I’m very thorough and methodical, I get along great with people, and I‘m a quick learner.
Q:Can you tell me some of your strengths and weaknesses?
A:I am loyal, honest, I manage my time effectively, I always follow through on my work, and I have great computer skills. Umm, I can’t really say I have any major weakness that affects my performance at work. I believe in continual learning and on-the-job training so that I can perform even better. Sometimes, I think I‘m too hard-working, but I really love my work.