STANDARD QUESTIONS

1. Can you tell me something about yourself?

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Interviewer interested in what you tell them and how you tell
them. Dont give too much information. Keep your response to the
point. Focus answer on situation at hand. Start with information
that qualifies you for the job skills, traits, employment,
education.
2. Why should I hire you?
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3. What are your strengths?
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4. What are your weaknesses
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Use some that are not too critical. Ex. Perfectionism causes you
to take longer on a project; public speaking is not your
favourite thing. Always finish positive Ex. How are you
working on getting better?
5. Why are you applying for this position?
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6. How are you qualified for this position?

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7. Why are you interested in working for our firm?
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Always research employer before interview. See ch. 8 p. 109-111
8. What can you contribute to this company?
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9. What are your short-term goals?
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10. What are your long-term goals?
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Think 5 years for short-term and 10 years for long-term. Talk
about positions youd like to hold in the future or professional
responsibilities you would like to have. Discuss future training
and education you plan to obtain.

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