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1、Interview Questions: About Work History Job Interview Answer: “How Did You Handle Challenges?” During a difficult financial period, I was able to satisfactorily negotiate repayment schedules with multiple vendors. A long-term client was about to take their business to a competitor. I met with the cu
2、stomer and was able to change how we handled the account on a day-to-day basis, in order to keep the business. When the software development of our new product stalled, I coordinated the team which managed to get the schedule back on track. We were able to successfully troubleshoot the issues and so
3、lve the problems, within a very short period of time. Job Interview Answer: “What Have You Learned From Your Mistakes?” I think one of the most important things Ive learned is persistence. Not to give up too soon, because the solution is probably right in front of me. I have learned to give every pe
4、rson a second chance, because first impressions can often be misleading. I used to think that there was one best solution to a problem, but Ive learned that that kind of thinking limits the possibility of great success.Job Interview Answer: ”What Did You Like or Dislike About Your Previous Job?” I e
5、njoyed the people I worked with. It was a friendly and fun atmosphere and I actually enjoyed going into work each morning. I felt the leadership team was great as well. They knew all of their employees on a first name basis and tried to make those personal connections. I also enjoyed that fact that
6、the office tried to do community outreach with local organizations. One of the reasons I am leaving is that I felt I was not challenged enough at the job. As a fresh face in the working world, the company offers a great opportunity for a good entry level position, however, after being there for so m
7、any years, I felt I was not able to reach my full potential because of the lack of challenge and there was no room for advancement in the company. While I did enjoy working there and appreciate the skills I developed while with the company, I feel my skill set can be better utilized elsewhere, where
8、 my capabilities are more recognized and there is the opportunity for growthJob Interview Question About Co-Workers and Supervisors and Sample Answers Have you worked with someone you didnt like? If so, how did you handle it? Yes, Ive worked with someone whom I found difficult to like as a person. H
9、owever, when I focused on the skills they brought to the job, their ability to solve problems and the two things I did appreciate, slowly my attitude towards them changed. We were never friends, but we did work well together. Tell me about a time that you helped someone. Most recently, we had a new
10、hire (Paul) that was really struggling with getting to work on time, and I knew the boss (Harry) was getting irritated. Over lunch one day I explained to Paul how important it was to our boss for everyone to be there at least 10 minutes early. It was personal with the Harry, but you could really get
11、 on his bad side when you were frequently late. The new employee was grateful for the advice. At his previous employment, the boss was only concerned about the work getting done on time; he/she did not watch the clock. How do you get along with older (younger) co-workers? Suggested answer if your co
12、-workers are older: There are times when I just know that a new way of doing something makes more sense to me; but, first hand, I learned that my better way may not be the best way to get the job done. As a consequence, I respect my older co-workers knowledge and Ive learned how to make a suggestion
13、 at the appropriate time. Suggested answer if your co-workers are younger: I quickly realized it was not my job to parent the younger people with whom I work; it was my job to get to know them and for us to find common ground where we could effectively work together. It took time, but the result was
14、 worth the effort. Job Interview Answer: “What Do You Expect From a Supervisor?” I appreciate a work environment where supervisors try to make personal connections with their employees. In my last job, I liked the fact that management did not show favoritism and they were understanding of employees
15、needs, as well as their strengths. Of course, these things take time to know, but I would want my supervisor to try to know me in that way. I would like to be able to go my manager if I have an issue or idea and to be able to feel comfortable to express my thoughts. I would also expect my supervisor
16、 to be open and honest with me and to let me know if there is anything I could do to improve upon or do differently in my work.Job Interview Answer: “What problems have you encountered at work?” I feel that the best way to deal with any challenges is to meet them head on. When I found that one of my
17、 colleagues was saying things that werent true behind my back, I went to him and talked it through/straightforward. It turned out that he had misunderstood what I had said, and I was able to set the record straight with him, and my supervisor. Once I found a major flaw in the work of one of the most
18、 senior members of the department, which could have been very costly to the company if it had been overlooked. I went directly to him, and called it to his attention so he could fix it before it affected the final outcome.Job Interview Answer: Have you ever had difficulty working with a manager? I h
19、ad a rocky start with a manager once, because we had different expectations for the flow of the workday. Once we talked about it, we realized that our goals were very compatible, and we were able to work very successfully together for several years. I have found that if I take the time to talk with
20、my manager at the beginning of a project, we can all get off to a great start on the same page. I would say that I have never really had a problem working with anyone. I try to find our common ground, and get along with everyones different personality.Job Interview Answer: Who was your best boss and
21、 who was the worst? Ive learned from each boss Ive had. From the good ones, what to do, from the challenging ones - what not to do. Early (forepart) in my career, I had a mentor who helped me a great deal, we still stay in touch. Ive honestly learned something from each boss Ive had.Job Interview An
22、swer: “Why Are You Leaving YourJob?” I found myself bored with the work and looking for more challenges. I am an excellent employee and I didnt want my unhappiness to have any impact on the job I was doing for my employer. Im relocating to this area due to family circumstances and left my previous p
23、osition in order to make the move. Ive decided that is not the direction I want to go in my career and my current employer has no opportunities in the direction Id like to head. After several years in my last position, Im looking for a company where I can contribute and grow in a team-oriented envir
24、onment. I am interested in a new challenge and an opportunity to use my technical skills and experience in a different capacity than I have in the past. I left my last position in order to spend more time with my family. Circumstances have changed and Im more than ready for full-time employment agai
25、n. This position seemed like an excellent match for my skills and experience and I am not able to fully utilize them in my present job. To be honest, I wasnt considering a move, but, I saw this job posting and was intrigued by the position and the company. It sounds like an exciting opportunity and
26、an ideal match with my qualifications. Job Interview Answers: “Why Did You Resign From YourJob?” I resigned because there were limited opportunities for advancement and I wanted to further my career. To be honest, the position wasnt a fit and I decided it made sense to resign and to refocus my caree
27、r path. I resigned because the position required me to be on-call evenings and weekends and it was difficult to arrange child care on short notice. I resigned for personal reasons, however, at this point in time, I am excited about moving into a new position. I resigned due to family circumstances,
28、however, I have regained the flexibility I need to work effectively in a full-time job. I resigned from my job because I am interested in a new challenge and an opportunity to use my skills and experience in a different capacity than I have in the past. I quit my job because my supervisor retired. I
29、 felt that after many years of working in the office that it was time for a change and this seem like the ideal time to move on. Job Interview Answer: “Why Were You Fired?” Being cut loose was a blessing in disguise. Now I have an opportunity to explore jobs that better suit my qualifications and in
30、terests. My research suggests that such an opportunity may be the one on your table. Would you like to hear more about my skills in working with new technology? Although circumstances caused me to leave my first job, I was very successful in school and got along well with both students and faculty.
31、Perhaps I didnt fully understand my bosss expectations or why he released me so quickly before I had a chance to prove myself. I wanted my career to move in a different direction, and I guess my mental separation set up the conditions that led to my departure. But by contrast, the opportunity were d
32、iscussing seems to be made for me and I hope to eventually grow into a position of responsibility. I was desperate for work and took the wrong job without looking around the corner. I wont make that mistake again. Id prefer an environment that is congenial, structured and team-oriented, where my bes
33、t talents can shine and make a substantial contribution.Interview Questions: About Yourself Job Interview Answer: “How Will Your Greatest Strength Help You Perform?” My greatest strength is my ability to work with many different people. I enjoy learning from everyone I meet, and in this position I b
34、elieve that will enhance my ability to perform on the team. My organizational skills are my greatest strength. Im capable of keeping many projects on track at the same time. My greatest strength is my ability to focus on my work. Im not easily distracted, and this means that my performance is very h
35、igh, even in a busy office like this one.Job Interview Answer: “How Would You DescribeYourself?” Im a people person. I really enjoy meeting and working with a lot of different people. (I enjoy solving problems, troubleshooting issues, and coming up with solutions in a timely manner, and I like to ex
36、plore alternative solutions to problems and have an open mind about what will work best). Im a creative thinker and Im efficient and highly organized. This enables me to be as productive as possible on the job. Im a perfectionist. I pay attention to all the details, and like to be sure that everythi
37、ng is just right.Job Interview Answer: “How Would You Describe Your WorkStyle?” Because I am very organized and effcient, I am able to accomplish a lot in a limited amount of time and multi-task very well on one side, I keep a steady pace, and check my work as I go along, to prevent mistakes from sn
38、owballing, on other side, I am very focused on my work, and consequently, am able to work quickly. Im always on top of my projects, but I do welcome input and will consult with team members to ensure were all on the same track.Job Interview Answer: “Are You a Self Motivator?” Absolutely. I am a very
39、 active person, and I enjoy my work. Im always looking for new and innovative ideas to bring to a project. I believe I am a self motivator. I give my all to a project, and am always looking ahead to the next one at hand. Successfully completing one and moving on to the next is very exciting for me.
40、I am passionate about my work, and truly enjoy working toward the next big goal.Job Interview Answer: “What Are You PassionateAbout?” One of my greatest passions is helping others. When I was younger, Ive enjoyed helping mom with household repairs. As I grew older, that habit grew and I desired to h
41、elp others as well. I like helping people find solutions that meet their specific needs. Im passionate about painting. I take an evening art class once a week and try to find time each weekend to paint. Painting is a good way for me to relax and even though I dont have much talent, I do it enjoy it.
42、 Im passionate about making a difference. When Im involved with a project at work I want to do my best to achieve success. I feel the same way about what I do in my personal life. Job Interview Answer: “What Are Your Pet Peeves (something irritating)?” I do not have a pet peeve. If something is both
43、ering me, I step back, analyze why and find a good solution. If you asked my teenage daughter she would tell you my pet peeve is the volume on her radio! Anger to me means loss of control. I do not lose control. When I get stressed, I step back, take a deep breath, thoughtfully think through the sit
44、uation and then begin to formulate a plan of action. Job Interview Answer: “Describe a Time When Your Workload was Heavy” When I was working on a software implementation team at XXX Company, we took over another company and had to transition many clients to a new product in a short amount of time. I
45、t took a lot of planning, time, hard work, and effort, but we were able to complete the project in a timely manner.Job Interview Answers to Questions AboutYou Why do you think you will be successful at this job?As my resume reflects, I have been successful at each of my previous places of employment
46、. My research of your company, the job description outlined, and the information weve exchanged today, lead me to believe I have the skills and experience for which you are looking; and Im eager to be a contributing employee. How do you balance life and work?Being organized helps me balance my profe
47、ssional life and personal life. Consequently, I can be fully engaged while Im at work. For those unexpected times, I have a good back-up system of child care for my children. What led you to this point in your life?My road of life has been interesting, sometimes challenging and always rewarding. The
48、 steps along the way that have led to this point in my life are, in some ways, very different than I had imagined; however, I like who I am today in part because of my past. An example is when the second company on my resume suddenly closed their doors during a down-turn in the economy. For a very brief time, the road ahead was unknown; however, I discovered I had previously untapped strengths such as perseverance. Interview Questions: About the New Job and the CompanyJob Interview Answer: “Why Do You Want This Job?” I want this job because it seems tailored to my comp