Monday, October 5, 2015

The 25 Most Frequent Interview Questions (Exercise 6: part A)



Listen to the 25 most frequent interview questions and fill in the following table.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw1ekqxULTs

                       Question                                                                  How to Answer
25
How do you handle criticism?
To never take it personally and take it into consideration to improve oneself.
24
What do you think about your last job?
It was an experience and it definitely helped me improve my skills.
23
Do you have any questions for me?
Yes, how is the work environment?
22
Why do you think you’ll be successful in this job?
Because I’m certain that I’ll do my best in anything that this job gives me.
21
How do you see yourself 5 years from now?
Hopefully working in this job, and of course stay motivated and active!
20
What do you look for in a manager?
Being fair and understanding
19
Will you put the interest of the organization a head of your own?
Yes.
18
What motivates you?
Good working environment, discipline, and cooperative co-workers.
17
What is more important, money or work?
Both are to be honest.
16
How do you compensate for your lack of experience?
Even with little experience, all I could say is that I’m definitely hard worker and a quick learner.
15
What irritates you about a co-worker?
I would start of with building a good relationship with my co-workers and just stay away from trouble.
14
What would you rather do, follow or lead?
One of my good qualifications is that I could lead, and also I don’t mind following.
13
Are you a team player?
Yes definitely. Team work is about gaining knowledge and learn from one another.
12
How long would you work for us?
If I’m selected, it will be my pleasure to work here as long as the company requires my service, and my presence benefits the company.
11
What do co-workers say about you?
Independent, hard worker, sociable.
10
Why have been not unemployed for so long?
I was away for attending some classes to improve my knowledge.
9
Why should we hire you?
Because I think I’ll be a good candidate for the company.
8
What are your strength?
I believe in myself.
7
Why did you leave your first job?
To be honest, unfair manager.
6
What are your weaknesses?
Work wise, if my co-workers weren’t as cooperative, it would bother me.
5
Tell me about yourself?
Starting with being confident, independent, strong, and trust-worthy.
4
What is your dream job?
A job with a good working environment.
3
Describe your management style?
It differs according to what the circumstances demands.
2
What is your philosophy towards work?
Work hard, play hard.
1
Do you see yourself successful?
Of course.


Thursday, October 1, 2015

Job Interview Dos and Don’ts (Exercise 6)




Watch the video and write the wrong things John and Jane are doing. In the suggestions column, write how they can improve their interview behavior for a better chance of getting the job. 




John
Jane
Suggestions on how to improve.
Appearance:
Not professional at all.
Appearance:
Casual yet not professional for a job interview.
Being well dressed can really show how serious a person is about the job.
Punctuality:
Late due to not being prepared and not knowing where the company is.
Punctuality:
On time.
Be prepared before an interview to get everything under control.
Behavior/Attitude:
Disrespectful/showed some attitude.
Behavior/Attitude:
Clueless, had no idea about her past job.
Maintaining eye contact and just be confident in everything you say.
Presentation:
Not prepared.
Presentation:
Not prepared, left everything till the last minute.
Always bring copies of your CVs/resume and know what’s in them.
Posture:
Bad posture/ showed no respect to the interviewer by lifting his leg on the table.
Posture:
Good posture.
Sitting up straight gives an impression that the person is interested on the job.

Information:
Had no useful information, asked about the salary and vacations. (Bad idea!)
Information:
Poor information/not knowing anything about the company.
Always research about any company that you’ll be interviewed in, and know about the position you signed up for.