There may not be any job interview question more sensitive or with the most potential to damage your chances than “what salary are you looking for?”. Not only is it difficult for many people to discuss money in general, but this question also requires a balance between the highest you can ask for without being… Read more »
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Skills are usually acquired, but you don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression! Instead of going to millions of interviews, you can learn the steps the easy way. So how do hiring managers decide who to hire? It’s understandable that the hiring manager would try to figure out who’s the best… Read more »
“What motivates you?” as an interview question may sound odd, but what the hiring manager is trying to figure out is what makes you tick. The manager is looking for insight into why you are motivated to do this particular job and if it’s a good fit. In this article, you’ll read: Why Ask This… Read more »
“Sell me this pen” is a common interview question for a sales position. The interviewer is trying to figure out if your sales skills are well developed. This isn’t about the pen itself, but your ability to sell anything. There are several ways to answer this: either you can base your answer on the values… Read more »
Job interview questions are easily the hardest part of job hunting. Since the time of Leonardo da Vinci, people have needed a resume and to interview for work. That doesn’t mean job interviews get any easier! Here we break down the most common job interview questions and how to answer them. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS TO BREAK… Read more »
Being asked “tell me about a time you disagreed with your boss” in a job interview feels like a trap. What’s the right answer? What do they have to gain by asking you this question? Why Hiring Managers Ask “Tell Me About a Time You Disagreed With Your Boss” Behavioral interview questions are designed… Read more »
“What do you know about our company?” isn’t a question that you might have expected, but it does come up. Unlike the questions regarding your greatest strength or weakness, this answer has to be tailored to each company. That is also exactly why the question is being asked. Why Would You Be Asked “What… Read more »
“Walk me through your resume.” Does that count as an interview question? This statement can seem odd, because the hiring manager has probably already read your resume. Answering this can feel like you’re supposed to read them your resume to them, or list off every job you’ve had. Don’t be fooled! This standard icebreaker question… Read more »
“Where do you see yourself in five years?” It’s a common enough question in an interview. Some of what might come to mind aren’t things you’d want to say in an interview, such as “I’ll have your job!”, “running this place,” “working for myself,” or “retired lottery winner”. None of those are a good way… Read more »