Top 10 Common Interview Questions And Answers


 1. Can you tell me a little about yourself?

  •  Don't give your complete employment (or personal) history. Instead give a pitch—one that’s concise and compelling and that shows exactly why you’re the right fit for the job. 
  • Start off with the 2-3 specific accomplishments or experiences that you most want the interviewer to know about, then wrap up talking about how that prior experience has positioned you for this specific role.


 2. How did you hear about the position?

  • This is actually a perfect opportunity to stand out and show your passion for and connection to the company. 
             For example: if you found out about the gig through a friend or professional contact,
                                      name drop that person, then share why you were so excited about it. 
  • If you discovered the company through an event or article, share that. Even if you found the listing through a random job board, share what, specifically, caught your eye about the role.

3. What is your greatest strength?

  • This is one of the questions that employers almost always ask to determine how well you are qualified for the position. 
  • When you are asked about your greatest strengths, it's important to discuss the attributes that qualify you for that specific job, and that will set you apart from other candidates. 

Some examples of strengths you might mention include:

  • Enthusiasm
  • Trustworthiness
  • Creativity
  • Discipline
  • Patience
  • Respectfulness
  • Determination
  • Dedication
  • Honesty
  • Versatility
4. What do you consider to be your weaknesses?

  • What your interviewer is really trying to do with this question—beyond identifying any major red flags—is to gauge your self-awareness and honesty. 
  • So, “I can't meet a deadline to save my life” is not an option—but neither is “Nothing! I'm perfect!” Strike a balance by thinking of something that you struggle with but that you’re working to improve. 
        For example, maybe you’ve never been strong at public speaking, but you've recently                volunteered to run meetings to help you be more comfortable when addressing a crowd.

 5. Why do you want this job?

   First, identify a couple of key factors that make the role a great fit for you (e.g., “I love customer support because I love the constant human interaction and the satisfaction that comes from helping someone solve a problem"), then share why you love the company (e.g., “I’ve always been passionate about education, and I think you guys are doing great things, so I want to be a part of it”).

 6. Why should we hire you?

  • There's no better setup for you to sell yourself and your skills to the hiring manager. 
  • Your job here is to craft an answer that covers three things: that you can not only do the work, you can deliver great results; that you'll really fit in with the team and culture; and that you'd be a better hire than any of the other candidates.

Your 2-3 points could include a combination of the following:


  • Industry experience
  • Experience in performing certain tasks or duties
  • Technical skills
  • Soft skills
  • Key accomplishments
  • Awards/accolades
  • Education/training

7. Where do you see yourself in five years?

  A hiring manager wants to know 

          a) if you've set realistic expectations for your career, 
         b) if you have ambition (a.k.a., this interview isn't the first time you're considering the                              question), and 
         c) if the position aligns with your goals and growth. 

 Your best bet is to think realistically about where this position could take you and answer along those lines. And if the position isn’t necessarily a one-way ticket to your aspirations? It’s OK to say that you’re not quite sure what the future holds, but that you see this experience playing an important role in helping you make that decision.

 8. Why do you want this job?

  •  This question gives you an opportunity to show the interviewer what you know about the job and the company, so take time beforehand to thoroughly research the company, its products, services, culture and mission. 



  • Be specific about what makes you a good fit for this role, and mention aspects of the company and position that appeal to you most.
9. What are your goals for the future?
  • This question is designed to find out if you’re going to stick around or move on as soon as you find a better opportunity. 
  • Keep your answer focused on the job and the company, and reiterate to the interviewer that the position aligns with your long-term goals.

 10. What are your salary expectations?

 The hiring manager wants to know what you expect to earn.

  • It seems like a simple question, but your answer can knock you out of competition for the job if you overprice yourself.
  •  If you underprice yourself, you may get shortchanged with a lower offer.