Personal &
Background Questions
Interview Questions
1. Tell us something about yourself.
2. Can you tell us something about your previous boss?
3. Tell us something about your achievements at your previous job.
4. Tell us something about your hobbies.
5. Tell us something about yourself, discuss 5 characteristics.
6. Why do you want to leave your present job or company?
7. Why are you leaving your previous job?
8. You have stayed in your current job for quite a long time, why?
9. I see there's some gap in your work history. Why?
10. What do you do to improve your knowledge?
Interview Questions
[Link] us something about yourself.
This is the first question in any interview. Provide details about your work
experience, technologies you've worked on, and educational
qualifications. Fresh graduates can mention relevant projects and skills.
Example: Recently, I developed a web application using React and [Link], where
I optimized performance and implemented real-time features. I hold a
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and continuously look for opportunities
to learn and grow in the tech industry. It was quite an interesting but
challenging job which I enjoyed.
[Link] you tell us something about your previous boss?
Answer:
I learned a lot from my previous boss, especially about handling challenges and
staying adaptable. They emphasized teamwork and efficiency, which
helped me improve my problem-solving and time management skills.
[Link] us something about your achievements at your previous job.
Answer:
I have been recognized as a high performer, received excellent feedback from
my manager, and consistently met or exceeded my argets. My annual
ratings and promotions reflect my contributions.
Interview Questions
4. Tell us something about your hobbies.
Answer:
I enjoy browsing the internet, blogging, listening to music, reading books, shopping,
and watching movies.
5. Tell us something about yourself, discuss 5 characteristics.
Answer:
I am an independent, responsible, and hardworking professional. I take ownership
of my tasks and ensure they are completed efficiently. Being a multi-tasker, I can
manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality. Additionally, I am adaptable,
allowing me to quickly adjust to new challenges and learning opportunities.
6. Why do you want to leave your present job or company?
Answer:
I believe I have grown as much as I could in my last role and now seek new
challenges and opportunities to advance my career.
7. Why are you leaving your previous job?
Answer:
Do not criticize your past employer. Instead, focus on professional growth, new
challenges, or relocation as reasons.
Example:
I believe I have grown as much as I could in my last role and now seek new chal-
lenges and opportunities to advance my career.
Interview Questions
8. You have stayed in your current job for quite a long time, why?
Answer:
I stayed with my last employer for almost 5 years because I was
continuously growing, handling new challenges, and learning new
things.
9. I see there’s some gap in your work history. Why?
Answer:
I took a short break to recharge and spend time with my family after
years of non-stop work. Now, I am fully recharged and excited for new
challenges.
10. What do you do to improve your knowledge?
Answer:
The IT field is dynamic, and I stay updated by reading blogs, attending
webinars, and participating in online courses and industry forums