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4 Common Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them)

Posted by on March 12, 2021

Every interview is different, because every company and every candidate is different. That said, there are some interview questions that seem to be more common than others. Being familiar with these questions, and being ready with your answers, can help give you a bit more confidence (and maybe even a slight advantage) in an interview. Here are some common interview questions we see often.

 

Question: What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Employers want to know what you’re good at—and where you could use some improvement. 

 

How to answer: The key when answering this question is to be honest while also being humble about your strengths and willing to work on improving your weaknesses. For example:

 

 

Question: Tell me about yourself.

This seemingly simple opener can sometimes leave candidates scrambling. What is important enough to share? How much information is too much?

 

How to answer: Focus on information that is relevant to the job, but that also reveals your more personal side. Include information like the following (and expand on it, if you can):

 

 

Question: Why do you want to leave your current company?

Interviewers are often curious why your current job isn’t working out. Because employee turnover is expensive, they want to know that hiring you will be a good investment.

 

How to answer: Be honest, but avoid bringing up office drama or politics when you answer.

 

 

Question: Do you have any questions for us?

 

How to answer: While it might be tempting to smile, say no, and be on your way, you shouldn’t pass up this opportunity to ask at least one or two questions of your own. Here are some we suggest:

 

Related: 5 Women Who Had a Big Impact on The Tech Industry

 

When you are prepared for an interview, the entire process is less daunting. Prepare for questions like these and you can walk into your next interview feeling ready to impress.