Some typical job interview questions
Recently I was reading an advice column “Ask Amy” and the advice she gave her was sweet but this woman needs to be more direct. The troubled woman writes in to get advice on how to manage a co-worker who is teasing her beyond what is necessary about her having a housekeeper and having money. The trouble woman is single and self proclaimed frugal while the teasing woman is married to an out of work husband and has three children. The trouble woman has mentioned to this woman to stop when the comments started about her housekeeper but now the woman keeps making comments about her money. “Ask Amy” advice “From here on out, you can meet her comments with ... nothing. Just let it lie. Let the crickets pulse. And then say, "Anyway, moving on."
Hummm… not the way I would handle it. I would simple tell this woman “ my money is not your concern, nor anyone else who happens to be in the room when you make the comment. Maybe when your husband gets a job you can afford a maid too or maybe you’ll need to wait for your kids to go off to college. Either way while I can afford it I’m going to have a one, maybe your out of work husband can be your maid since he probable home all day anyways.” Sounds like a way to finally get this woman to stop her comments.
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What interests you about this job?
What challenges are you looking for in a position?
Why do you want this job?
What attributes / experience do you have?
Are you overqualified for this job?
Why are you the best person for the job?
Why do you want to work for Widgets Company?
Why should we hire you?
What do you know about this company?
What can you contribute to this company?
Is there anything I haven't told you about the job or company that you would like to know?
When applying for jobs that require you to enter a salary you should always list a salary that is competitive but not way above the going rate for your position. Read more »
The old salary requirement question is always a tough interview question. Many people will always state to them exactly what you want and what you are leaving to get it. This is not always the best answer.
If you feel uncomfortable answering this question, don’t! If the interviewer
insists that you answer, it is your decision rather or not to answer. Do whatever makes you feel good. You are the one who has to live with your answer. Read more »
Here are some of the questions you may be asked during an interview for a teaching position.
What do you do when a discipline problem arises?
What is the last book you read?
Have you ever considered publishing a book?
Some people say you should demand respect. Do you agree or disagree?
Tell me about yourself.
Why did you decide to become a teacher?
If a student came to you and said, “None of the other students like me,” what would you tell him/her?
Are you an empathetic person? Give an example. Read more »
