Top Common Interview Questions
Master these fundamental questions and you cover 80% of any first-round interview.
1Tell me about yourself.
Keep your answer professional and brief (under 2 minutes). Focus on your current role, your background, and why you are a fit for this specific job. Use the 'Present, Past, Future' formula.
2What are your greatest strengths?
Choose strengths that are relevant to the job description. Back them up with specific examples. For instance, instead of just saying 'I am a leader', describe a time you led a team to success.
3What is your biggest weakness?
Do not say 'I am a perfectionist'. Choose a real weakness, but explain the steps you are taking to overcome it. For example, 'I used to struggle with public speaking, so I joined a local Toastmasters club to improve.'
4Why do you want to work here?
Show you have done your research. Mention specific projects, company values, or recent news that excites you. Connect their goals with your career path.
5Tell me about a challenge you faced and how you handled it.
Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result). Describe the context, what you needed to do, the specific actions you took, and the positive outcome.
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