Expect some difficult and almost out-of-place questions when interviewing these days. Being prepared and knowing what some of them are ahead of time gives you an edge over the competition. Here's a list of some tough interview questions and how best to answer them.
What’s your biggest weakness?
Don’t admit anything that’s a major weakness if you have one, but be honest, nonetheless. Saying that you are impatient about getting things done is an example of something that the employer could view favorably.
Why are you leaving your current job?
Here it’s best to emphasize that you are looking for new challenges, more responsibility and expanded knowledge in your field. Never talk trash about your old company – it’s just bad form. Say you enjoyed working there.
How long will you stay with us?
Stressing that you’re looking for a career is the best way to answer this question, but also say you’re a relist and if you aren’t doing the job they expect of you, then you understand going separate ways.
What are your short-term objectives?
Keep your answers focused on the job for which you’re interviewing, catering them around objectives specific to that company.
Why have you been unemployed so long?
Simply pointing to the economy and tough market may not be enough. Instead say that you’re selectively looking for the right opportunity and company that fit your skills and have not yet found it.
What’s your major accomplishment in your last job?
Pick those that seem to line up well with the major elements of the open position. The goal is to always show the interviewer your accomplishments line up with the company’s needs.
Why do you want to work for us?
In this instance, point out that from what you’ve learned from your research of the firm and based on what you’ve heard you think you could be a valuable addition to the company and a good fit for the position.
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