{"id":10000,"date":"2021-08-02T21:01:39","date_gmt":"2021-08-02T13:01:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=10000"},"modified":"2022-07-17T21:53:26","modified_gmt":"2022-07-17T13:53:26","slug":"top-10-interview-questions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/top-10-interview-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Most Asked Interview Questions: How to Tackle Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>How many of you had stumbled upon an interview question you haven\u2019t prepared yourself for, and your mind drew a blank? Sensing that awkward silence, you blurted out whatever words you could find and desperately made sentences out of them.<\/p>\n<p>The interview ended moments later, and as you reflect back on what you had said, you dreadfully realized those words don\u2019t make much logical sense!<\/p>\n<p>Okay, if you are looking for a job now, then you\u2019re in luck. This is a guidance post of ten most common interview questions that you might be asked for your upcoming interviews.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re still sending in your resumes to companies, I\u2019ve also posted an earlier entry that you can refer to\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/ways-to-get-your-resume-noticed\/\" rel=\"noopener\">7 Great Ways to Get Your Resume Noticed<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Without further ado, here are the top 10 questions; let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/things-recruiters-think-you-should-know\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your Next Interview\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your Next Interview<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/things-recruiters-think-you-should-know.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-16968 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/things-recruiters-think-you-should-know.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your Next Interview<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGet ahead with five vital tips to make a lasting impression in your next interview without common mistakes.\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>\u201cTell me about yourself?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>This is typically the first question the interviewer will ask once you\u2019ve taken your seat. This is the opportunity for the interviewer to assess you as a person through what you say and how you deliver it.<\/p>\n<p>As they always say, the first impression is of utmost importance, so you\u2019ve to make sure you\u2019ve prepared yourself adequately to answer it. Keep it short and concise, preferably within 2 \u2013 3 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>How should you reply then? As I said, you should do your research on what the company expects from the candidates before heading for the interview. Your answer then is to address how your qualities (e.g., qualifications, personalities, and work experience) are relevant to the position in question.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/top-10-interview-questions\/interview-question-about-yourself.jpg\" alt=\"interview-question-about-yourself\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\"><\/figure>\n<p>Therefore, you should only convey information applicable to what is required for the job, but not irrelevant ones pertaining to your family or personal events, for instance.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWhat are your weaknesses?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>At first glance, this seems tricky. On the one hand, you can\u2019t reveal that you lack what it takes for the job; on the other, it will be a blatant lie if you claim you don\u2019t have any weaknesses. What should you disclose then?<\/p>\n<p>If you have thoroughly gone through the company\u2019s profile and such, you will by now understand what qualities are considered strengths and what is not. Now, there are several ways to answer double-edged questions like this.<\/p>\n<p>With your knowledge of what constitutes weaknesses that are frown upon by the interviewer, you can admit to those which you have that are impertinent to the job requirement.<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, you can mask strengths as weaknesses. For instance, you can say you are a very meticulous person who gets picky with details of a project (for this to work, though, the job must be one that is particular about specifics). Last but not least, you can confess to past weaknesses but show how you had triumphed over them.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWhat is your greatest accomplishment?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>Although the interviewer is asking you about your greatest accomplishment, you still have to choose one that is more professionally relevant. This is a good time to illustrate how you can contribute to the company if you are successfully recruited, so it will be to your advantage if you mention an achievement that applies to the position.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s say you are applying for a position that requires a significant amount of problem solving and troubleshooting. You might want to talk about a time when you resolved a persistent problem that had plagued your company for years.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/top-10-interview-questions\/interview-question-achievements.jpg\" alt=\"interview-question-achievements\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\"><\/figure>\n<p>You can explain how you initiated some research and made a useful suggestion that was eventually implemented in all departments. If possible, quantify your results in terms of savings made and increased productivity, for instance.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWhy did you leave your last job?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>There are various legitimate reasons for leaving a job. Yet, when it comes to interviewing, try to answer positively rather than a complaint about what made you unhappy.<\/p>\n<p>Talk in relation to your career goals and how the job you are applying for provides a better environment for growth than your previous job. As always, angle your reply in such a way that what you had learned in your previous job had enriched you with valuable skills for the current position.<\/p>\n<p>Here, the interviewer is trying to gauge how much the job fits your expectations. You had probably quit your last job because you were unhappy about something. The interviewer wants to make sure that you will be committed to the job and not leave because your expectations are not met again.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWhy do you want to work with us?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>More likely than not, the interviewer wishes to see how much you know about the company culture and whether you can identify with the organization\u2019s values and vision. Every organization has its strong points, and these are the ones that you should highlight in your answer.<\/p>\n<p>For example, if the company emphasizes integrity with customers, then you mention that you would like to be in such a team because you yourself believe in integrity.<\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t have to be a lie. In the case that your values are not in line with the ones by the company, ask yourself if you would be happy working there. If you have no issue with that, go ahead.<\/p>\n<p>But if you are aware of the company culture and realize that there is some dilemma you might be facing, you ought to think twice. The best policy is, to be honest with yourself and be honest with the interviewer about what is in the company culture that motivates you.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWhy did you apply for this position?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>Even if it\u2019s true to a large extent, don\u2019t give them the vibe that you applied for this job because you were retrenched from your previous company. Or for that matter, don\u2019t give the impression that you are here because you need to make a living.<\/p>\n<p>Any company wants someone who is committed to the organization and eventually developed a sense of belonging with it. It doesn\u2019t help to claim that you\u2019re here for the monthly paycheck.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, the best way to answer this question is to spend some time examining what you like or would like about your work and the company. It is likely you will find something, such as the culture, work environment, meaning of your work, etc. If you didn\u2019t find anything, then you should seriously consider if this is the right job for you.<\/p>\n<p>Once you know why you want this job, you can then answer them in a manner that\u2019ll relate to how well you fit with the position. For example, if you like the customer service work involved because you enjoy communicating with people, bring up that sociable personality of yours.<\/p>\n<p>Convince them that you\u2019ll fit in very well here, and you\u2019ll, in turn, convince the interviewer that you\u2019ll be an asset to the company.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWhat would you like to be doing five years from now?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>Again, this question is asked to find out whether you are committed to the job. The fact is that there are people who hop from job to job, and that is because they don\u2019t really have a solid plan to follow.<\/p>\n<p>Another reason for popping this question is to see whether you are someone who sets goals in life. It\u2019s indisputable that people who set long-term goals are more reliable than those who don\u2019t. I mean, knowing what you want in life says a lot about your personality, perhaps as a person who can lead and stay motivated.<\/p>\n<p>Your reply should assure the interviewer that your career progression goals are in line with the actual advancement route in the company. The interviewer wouldn\u2019t want to disappoint you in the next five years and end up you resigning.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/top-10-interview-questions\/interview-question-in-five-years.jpg\" alt=\"interview-question-in-five-years\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\"><\/figure>\n<p>As such, it is crucial that you do your homework on the company\u2019s prospects so that you know what to expect for yourself and whether it will meet your long-term career objectives.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWhy should I hire you?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>This is the part where you link your skills, experience, education, and your personality to the job itself. This is why you need to be utterly familiar with the job description as well as the company culture. Remember, though; it\u2019s best to back them up with actual examples of, say, how you are a good team player.<\/p>\n<p>It is possible that you may not have as many skills, experience, or qualifications as the other candidates. What then will set you apart from the rest? Energy and passion might. People are attracted to someone who is charismatic, who shows an immense amount of energy when they talk, and who loves what it is that they do.<\/p>\n<p>As you explain your compatibility with the job and company, be sure to portray yourself as that motivated, confident and energetic person, ever-ready to commit to the cause of the company.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cHow much are you expecting for the salary?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>Salary negotiation is a tough and delicate matter. Preferably speaking, you should avoid going into this topic until the later stage of the recruitment when you are being offered the job.<\/p>\n<p>That said, some recruiters might be hoping that you\u2019d yield to this question and be the first to give the number and set the benchmark. The repercussion? You might end up making less than what the position is worth!<\/p>\n<p>Hence, research on the salary range in your field to have a rough estimate of how much you should be earning. Give a large range rather than a specific amount if you have to answer it. An alternative is to pose the question back at the interviewer by asking what kind of salary does the position warrants.<\/p>\n<p>At other times, interviewers might just be testing you to see if money is the only thing that matters. So, to emphasize that your priority lies with the nature of the job and not the salary per se.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/top-10-interview-questions\/interview-question-salary.jpg\" alt=\"interview-question-salary\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\"><\/figure>\n<p>Remember that when the job is finally being offered to you, the interviewer would have to quote the salary. That will be the best time to negotiate your way because you will then become the one being sought after, and not the other way round.<\/p>\n<h2>\u201cDo you have any questions to ask me?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>This is normally the last question posed to you, so it\u2019s your chance to finish the interview elegantly. True enough, your doubts about the job position might already be allayed by this time when the interview is almost done.<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, you\u2019ve got to say something other than replying that you\u2019ve got nothing to ask. Doing otherwise might leave the impression to the interviewer that you are not exactly keen to get the job.<\/p>\n<p>Unless an employer is interested in recruiting a passive employee, the interviewer is likely to be attracted to proactive candidates who ask intelligent questions. If you must ask, do make sure that they aren\u2019t those with obvious answers that you can get if you have done the research thoroughly.<\/p>\n<p>Yes, there\u2019s no such thing as a stupid question, except those that you ask for the sake of asking. Try to incorporate your knowledge of the industry and the company into a question that will address a genuine concern of yours. That way, you get to amaze your interviewer and assess for a final time whether the job aligns with your expectations.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best responses to this question is to find out about your chances of landing this job. Thank the interviewer for the opportunity and express your enthusiasm for the position before asking if there is any reservation for hiring you.<\/p>\n<p>This will be your final chance to address any concerns the interviewer might have of employing you. Stay calm and reply objectively rather than taking any criticism personally.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, you are free to ask any questions in your mind. It is, after all, you who are seeking the right job for yourself. Gather as much information about the position and have a feel of what it\u2019s like working there day in, day out. If they offer you the job and it is what you are seeking for, go for it!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How many of you had stumbled upon an interview question you haven\u2019t prepared yourself for, and your mind drew a blank? Sensing that awkward silence, you blurted out whatever words you could find and desperately made sentences out of them. 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