Common Questions for Interview seasons...

Be Prepare answers to common interview questions ahead of time, and practice more and more, so you aren’t stumped during the interview.

1. Tell Me a Little Something About Yourself.

This is probably one of the most dreaded questions of all time. We vibrate and are afraid in our seats wondering what the employer really wants to know. Hi, calm down! For starters, this is a great opportunity for you to sell yourself to the employer. Talk about your key accomplishments and strengths and how these factors will benefit the employer in the desired position. Write down ahead of time what you plan to say; perfect it; then practice it every chance you get.

2. Are You Still Employed and If Not, Why Not?

If you are, great, but if you aren't, you can still use your answer to this question to shine a light on your positive features. For example, if you were laid off or terminated, focus less on the actual termination and more on what you learned from the whole process. You'll look mature and wise in the employer's eyes!

3. Why Do You Want to Leave Your Current Job?

This question is basically a wolf in sheep's clothing. It appears harmless enough, but it can damage your potential in a heartbeat if you're not careful. By all means, keep your answers to this question as positive as possible. Above all, do not dwell on how much you hate your current boss! The interviewer wants to hire a team player to the position, not a negative and vindictive hater. The interviewer is listening for an answer that indicates you've given this some thought and are not sending out resumes just because there is an opening. For example, "I've selected key companies whose mission statements are in line with my values, where I know I could be excited about what the company does, and this company is very high on my list of desirable choices."

4. Why Should We Hire You?

Summarize your experiences: "With five years' experience working in the financial industry and my proven record of saving the company money, I could make a big difference in your company. I'm confident I would be a great addition to your team."

5. What Are Your Weaknesses Or Strength ?

This is the most dreaded question of all. Handle it by minimizing your weakness and emphasizing your strengths. Stay away from personal qualities and concentrate on professional traits: "I am always working on improving my communication skills to be a more effective presenter which I find very helpful."

6. Where Do You Want to Be Five Years From Now? Or What Are Your Goals?

Sometimes it's best to talk about short-term and intermediate goals rather than locking yourself into the distant future. For example, "My immediate goal is to get a job in a growth-oriented company. My long-term goal will depend on where the company goes. I hope to eventually grow into a position of responsibility.

7. What do you think you have to offer this company?"

This is a chance to sing your own praises — concentrating on the skills you have that are required for the position.


E.g. "I have strong sales skills, am a good team player and am very keen to be involved in the new markets you are developing in the Dhaka region."

8. What do you know about the company?

Demonstrate your interest in the job, and your understanding of the organisation and industry. Talk about the research you did into the company's key areas of interest, its size, its main customers or current status, making reference to your source of information.

9. What kind of salary do you need?

A loaded question. A nasty little game that you will probably lose if you answer first. So, do not answer it. Instead, say something like,That’s a tough question. Can you tell me the range for this position?

In most cases, the interviewer, taken off guard, will tell you. If not, say that it can depend on the details of the job. Then give a wide range.

10. Do you have any questions you would like to ask?

Always prepare a question to ask the interviewer. Ask about the position, request clarification of general information about the company, or summarise your understanding and request confirmation. If they have already answered your questions tell them (be specific) so they know that you have thought about the position in preparing for the interview. Once one of my friend asked the employer a foolish question “what percentage of change to get this job?”

Hopefully you get common four or five question in your next interview.

Good Luck and be confident

“Confidence comes not from always being right but from not fearing to be wrong."