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The Complete Interview
Answer Guide
Learn the secrets of telling interviewers what they want to
hear so you get hired.
Don Georgevich
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The Complete Interview Answer Guide
The Complete Interview Answer Guide Learn the secrets of telling interviewers what they want to hear so you get
hired. Don Georgevich
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Table of Contents
WELCOME MESSAGE ........................................................................................................................... 4
SECTION I INTERVIEW PREPARATION ...................................................................................... 5
C
ONGRATULATIONS
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B
EFORE
............................................................................................................................. 7 THE JOB
INTERVIEW ......................................................................................................................... 9
SECTION II INTERVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS .......................................................... 12
HOW TO ANSWER BEHAVIORAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS ....................................... 75
SECTION III CLOSING THE INTERVIEW .................................................................................. 81
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ASTING
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NTERVIEWER
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SECTION IV – CLIENT ANSWERS .................................................................................................. 86
CLIENT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ..................................................................................... 87
WEIGH YOUR DECISION. INTERVIEW THEM TOO. ........................................................... 99
SUPPLEMENTAL - PHONE INTERVIEW .....................................................................................100
CONGRATULATIONS .......................................................................................................................100 THE DAY
BEFORE ..........................................................................................................................101 AN HOUR BEFORE
.........................................................................................................................101 T
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NTERVIEW
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INDEX ....................................................................................................................................................104
JOB INTERVIEW COACHING PROGRAMS ................................................................................109
RECOMMENDED BOOKS .........................................................................................................116
THE RESUME MASTERPIECE .............................................................................................116
HOW TO WRITE PERFECT THANK YOU LETTERS ......................................................116
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Welcome Message
The Complete Interview Answer Guide will take the fear and apprehension out of your next job interview.
After reading this guide, and practicing the interview questions and answers, you will feel comfortable and
prepared through the whole job interview process. Job interviews are designed to make you feel
uncomfortable -- your future employers want to see how you handle stress and work under pressure. And,
of course, the best way to handle stress is by being prepared. This guide will completely prepare you for
your next job interview.
The job market is a very competitive place. Employers are looking for self-confident employees who can
manage themselves as well as others. They are looking for people who are motivated, flexible, and
resourceful.
Set yourself apart from the competition by already knowing all the answers. You’re going to tell them just
what they want to hear, you are going to make a positive impression, and you’re going to walk away with
the job.
This guide is broken down into four sections: The first section in this guide will get you ready for your
interview with proven interview techniques to make your first impression count. Section II, the main
section of this guide, will give you the edge over your competition with over 125 interview questions and
answers where all the guess-work is taken out. The third section of this guide, will give you specific
questions to ask your interviewer.
The last section of this guide is a special question and answer section where the answers are written by
job seekers who signed up for one of my job coaching programs. All of the answers have been
professional reviewed and critiqued by me. It’s quite a unique section and I don’t think you’ll find anything
like it anywhere else.
Remember, you are interviewing the company to make sure that they are a good fit for you. By asking
thoughtful and respectful questions, you will reinforce the fact to your interviewer that you are right for the
position.
This guide will prepare you for the interview, give you the best answers to the most common interview
questions, and ensure your happiness with your new job. Take the fear and stress out of the job interview
process and go in there and confidently Get Hired!
The key to getting any job offer is the interview. You need to make a good first impression, demonstrate
your credibility and ultimately leave the interviewer with a lasting impression of you working in that
position. In the end, it comes down to you and someone else and they will pick the one who they believe
can do the job the best and that person is going to be you.
If you are interested in going beyond the scope of what I offer in this guide and would like me to give you
special job coaching lessons, please visit this page to see the different coaching programs offered at Job
Interview Tools, LLC. [Link]/Coaching
To your success,
Don Georgevich
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Section I Interview Preparation
The most important thing you can do to for your next job interview is to go in prepared. Everyone will tell
you that being prepared will give you confidence. But why is that?
Interview preparation will give you confidence simply because you practice. For the same reason that
actors on the stage appear to be comfortable (whether they are or not!) is because they practice.
Preparing for the interview also demonstrates to your future employer that you really care about this
position. Your careful preparation tells your interviewer that you are a responsible person, a great
organizer, and will be a valuable asset to the company. Those qualities alone make you an excellent
candidate. You won’t specifically point out that you did all this planning and preparation, but don’t worry,
your interviewer will take notice.
Section I Interview Preparation will give you specific things to prepare and practice before your interview
so you will feel completely confident.
Congratulations on your interview, but now what? This section will teach you how to research the
company and the job for which you are interviewing.
The Day Before is your last chance to really prepare. This section describes exactly what you will need,
and specific ways to prepare, so you will feel calm and relaxed for your job interview tomorrow.
The Job Interview section is packed with proven interview techniques that will impress your interviewer.
You only get one chance to make a good first impression. Being prepared will make you look good, feel
confident, and your interviewer will be genuinely impressed.
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Congratulations
Congratulations - you’ve been offered a job interview! And seriously, that’s no small feat in today’s
competitive job market. You’ve scheduled a meeting at a convenient time, so now it’s time to prepare for
the actual interview. This is a good time to get familiar with the job and the company.
Here are some things to do ahead of time:
Do your research
Using the Internet, visit the company’s website. Carefully read the information on the site. Companies are
proud of their websites and your interviewer will be impressed that you took the time to read this
information. In addition, look up job descriptions for various positions in the company. See what kind of
management structure the company employs. If you don’t have Internet access at home, your local library
should offer free public Internet access.
Do extra credit research
Using an Internet search engine like Google, research the company and learn as much as possible about
its services, products, customers, market, and competitors. This will give you an edge in understanding
and addressing the company’s needs.
The more you know about the company and what it stands for, the better chance you have of selling
yourself. Jot down any questions you might like to ask during your interview. If possible, ask existing
employees if they like working at the company, and why.
Locate the interview site
Look up the company’s address. If you are unfamiliar with the area, take a practice drive. See how long it
takes you to get there and remember to allow for rush hour traffic.
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The Day Before
The day before your interview is an important day to prepare. This is your last chance to be completely
prepared for your job interview tomorrow. Gather all the important papers you will need ahead of time.
Take the time to practice your Section II Interview Questions and Answers and rehearse your “success
stories.”
Turn your nervousness into energy and excitement. Visualize yourself as someone about to be hired.
Imagine the stories you’ll tell, and the impressed look on your interviewer’s face, as you describe your
qualifications, skills, and accomplishments. Imagine yourself being at ease, radiating sincerity, credibility,
energy, enthusiasm, and competence.
Here are some important things to arrange:
Make a portfolio
• Create a folder or portfolio containing extra copies of your resume and references.
• Write down your interviewer’s name and phone number.
• Take a notebook to take notes during the interview and a pen that writes.
• Take a list of Questions You Should Ask the Interviewer found in Section III Closing the Interview of this
guide.
• Take a copy of the job description.
Practice makes perfect
• This maxim can’t be truer than with a job interview. Read and practice all the interview questions found
in Section II Interview Questions and Answers of this guide.
• Review and practice all your “success stories”, whether they are work stories or academic
achievements, a good story is much more interesting than a bullet-point list of job skills.
• Make sure your answers are clear and succinct. You should practice answering interview questions with
a friend or family member. When practicing, avoid terms such as “like” and “you know” and don’t sound
too rehearsed, as though you have memorized each answer.
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Review your research
• Re-read the job description.
• Review the company’s website again.
• Review your research notes about products, services, and competition.
Select your interview clothes
Pick your best work outfit, not a dinner-date outfit. Make sure it fits, with no stains or wrinkles. The things
to remember are cleanliness and simplicity, with no strong or loud colors or busy patterns. Avoid low-cut
blouses and short skirts.
Relax
You’re ready. You’ve done all the preparation work needed to go into your interview feeling calm, sincere,
and confident.
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The Job Interview
Today’s the day. Job interviews can be a stressful process, but not anymore because you are prepared.
Feeling prepared means you are ready for anything they can throw at you, you’re calm and relaxed,
mentally ready for a challenge, and even looking forward to the chance to shine.
Interviewing for jobs can be fun if you keep the right perspective. Use each interview as a learning
experience and don’t beat yourself up if it doesn’t go the way you had hoped.
Here are some essential interview techniques:
Don’t be late. There’s no worse way to begin an interview. Remember to map out your route well before
the day of the interview. Even give it a practice run. Keep your interviewer’s phone number in your
portfolio so you can call if you are going to be late. Better yet, remember to allow some extra time for rush
hour traffic.
Arrive 10-15 minutes early. Give yourself time to park, walk to the building, and find the office. Large office
buildings can be confusing. You need time to compose yourself – you don’t want to arrive breathless with
seconds to spare.
Be friendly to the receptionist. Many employers ask opinions from their office staff members. Remember
to use your manners as soon as you walk into the door. Better yet, use your manners as soon as you get
out of your car – who knows, you might be walking in with your interviewer. Wouldn’t it be a plus to hold
the elevator for the owner of the company?
First impression counts. You should dress suitably for the interview. Dress professionally even if company
employees do not. Your first impression is the most important one. Dressing professionally will create a
lasting positive impression. It will also tell the interviewer that you really care about the interview and the
position.
Look sharp. Don’t chew gum or smoke. Don’t wear your nose ring. Don’t wear large, flashy jewelry. Don’t
wear low-cut blouses or short skirts.