How Do You Answer Interview Questions, Even The Unusual Ones?
I’ve enjoyed more than one interview in my life, quite a few in fact. And some questions, no matter what the position, remain constant. Let’s analyze a few of these and figure out what it is that the interviewers are really asking. 1. Tell us a bit about yourself. Now is not the time to relate family history, extra-curricular activities or your secret ambition to become a novelist. What the interviewer really wants to hear is something to convince them that you are the right candidate. This question is sometimes asked “Why should we hire you?” Both are looking for you to spell out your relevant education, experience and skills. 2. Why do you want to work for us? This is a tricky question. It is not about what you want, really; it is asked to find out what you know about the company. The interviewers are looking for some indication that you have real interest in the company and have conducted a little research. Come prepared with information from the company’s website, from local newspa
