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Interview Questions

The document provides guidance on how to effectively answer common interview questions, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and preparation. It suggests using past experiences to demonstrate growth, strengths relevant to the role, and enthusiasm for the company. Additionally, it highlights the significance of handling setbacks and mistakes positively, showcasing lessons learned and a proactive attitude.

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Interview Questions

The document provides guidance on how to effectively answer common interview questions, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and preparation. It suggests using past experiences to demonstrate growth, strengths relevant to the role, and enthusiasm for the company. Additionally, it highlights the significance of handling setbacks and mistakes positively, showcasing lessons learned and a proactive attitude.

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1) What do you consider your greatest weakness?

• Start with "I'm not sure about my greatest weakness but I can talk about a weakness in the
past and how I overcame it"

• Use this to highlight a past weakness and the steps you took to overcome it and
demonstrate your growth

2) What sets you apart from other candidates?

• Use this question to highlight your top 5 strengths directly related to this role, from the job
description

• Look to see which strengths they are looking for, and give examples of you possessing
these traits in prior roles

3) Tell me a time you couldn’t meet a goal/deadline & how you handled it

• Use this to explain how you handle situations that don't go as planned

• Explain a time when things didn't go as planned, how you fixed the situation, and lessons
learned so it doesn't happen again

4) Tell me a time when you made a mistake? How did you handle it?

• Use this to illustrate how you overcome obstacles

• Explain a time you made a mistake and highlight the things you did to fix the situation, and
lessons you've learned so that mistake doesn't happen again

5) Why do you want to work for us/ this company?

• Research the company and use this as a chance to talk about all the things you love about it

• Mention why you like the position itself and why it's a great fit

• Show excitement about the position and the company!

6) What is your greatest strength?

• Look at the job description and only talk about strengths directly related to the role you are
interviewing for

• Use this to show why you are a great fit for this role and explain how you have the skills
that this job demands

7) Why do you want to leave your current position?

• Use this question to thank your current role for the things you've learned but explain why
you're interested in this current role
• Explain what you enjoy most about the company and the position you're interviewing for.

While you may not need to be the smartest candidate in the room, you can be the most
prepared. Being prepared can help you to feel more confident and relaxed during the
interview, and less likely to be caught off guard or feel nervous.

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