Questions begin the minute the interview does, and you’ll need to demonstrate that you are a perfect candidate. You must to be prepared to answer not only the typical questions, but also the unexpected, difficult questions. You can wait for questions regarding your experience, your academic preparation, career interests, qualifications, and ones that assess your personality.

Review these typical interview questions and think about how you would answer them:

1. Tell me about yourself
The most frequently asked question in interviews. You need to have a short speech prepared in your mind. Be careful that it does not sound rehearsed. Limit it to work-related items unless instructed otherwise. Talk about things you have done and jobs you have held that relate to the position you are interviewing for. Start with the item farthest back and work up to the present.

2. Why did you leave your last job?
You should always address an interview question with honesty. However, you should also always try to frame your honest answer in the most positive way possible.
Never refer to a major problem with management and never speak ill of supervisors, co-workers or the organization. Keep smiling and talk about leaving for a positive reason such as an opportunity, a chance to do something special or other forward-looking reasons.

3. Do you consider yourself successful?
You should always answer yes and briefly explain why. A good explanation is that you have set goals, and you have met some and are on track to achieve the others.

4. What experience do you have in this field?
Speak about specifics that tell to the position you are applying for. If you do not have specific experience, get as close as you can.

5. Why do you want to work here?
This may take some thought and certainly should be based on the research you have done on the organization. Sincerity is extremely important here, and will easily be sensed. Relate it to your long-term career goals.

6. What kind of salary do you need?
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.

7. Are you a team player?
You are, of course, a team player. Be sure to have examples ready. Specifics that show you often perform for the good of the team rather than for yourself are good evidence of your team attitude. Do not brag, just say it in a matter-of-fact tone. This is a key point.

8. What motivates you to do your best on the job?
This is a personal trait that only you can say, but good examples are:
Challenge, Achievement, Recognition

9. Tell me about your ability to work under pressure.

You may say that you thrive under certain types of pressure. Give an example that relates to the type of position applied for.

10. Do you have any questions for me?
Always have some questions prepared. Questions prepared where you will be an asset to the organization are good. How soon will I be able to be productive? What type of projects will I be able to assist on?

Job interviews can be easier for interviewees if you plan and prepare questions and answers, and use proper interviewing techniques.

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