appendix A  Interview questions by chapter

 

The following are the translated interview questions from chapters 2 to 7 and additional ideas of similar questions that you may be asked. While the wording is different in these additional questions compared to the questions translated in those chapters, the topics are the same, so the information and guidance provided in “translations” and “how to answer” still apply.

Use this list and think through how you would answer them to help you prepare for your upcoming interviews.

If you are in a position to hire or are asked to participate in a selection process as an interviewer, you may also find this list of questions valuable. Feel free to utilize any of the questions related to the position and skills for which you’re hiring.

Chapter 2: Common Questions and Special Situations

Most common questions

Translated questions

  • Tell me about yourself.
  • Why are you looking for a new job OR why did you leave your last job?
  • What are you looking for next?
  • What do you not want to do?
  • What kind of salary are you looking for?
  • Why are you interested in this job?
  • What do you know about our company?
  • What are your career goals?
  • What are your strengths?
  • What are your weaknesses?
  • What did you enjoy most about your last job?
  • What did you not like about your last job?
  • Why should we hire you?
  • What questions do you have?

Additional questions

Special situation questions

Chapter 3: Interpersonal skills questions

Approachability, credibility, and humility

Influencing and gaining support

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

Conflict management

Chapter 4: Perseverance skills, failures, and negative situations questions

Failures and negative situations

Overcoming obstacles and difficult situations

Perseverance and drive