15 Answers to job interview questions | job interview questions and answers | fresh graduates

Summary

This video provides practical advice for succeeding in job interviews, focusing on 15 common interview questions. It emphasizes the importance of presenting oneself confidently, highlighting skills, experience, and compatibility with the company. The script also advises on how to handle questions about strengths, weaknesses, motivations, and achievements, encouraging candidates to align their responses with the job role and company culture. Additionally, it highlights strategies for addressing questions about salary expectations and job fit, while stressing the importance of enthusiasm and research about the company. The overall goal is to help candidates navigate interviews effectively and increase their chances of success.

Takeaways

• 😀 Focus on presenting your skills, experience, and strengths clearly during an interview.
• 😀 When talking about your strengths, provide evidence or examples that demonstrate your abilities.
• 😀 Be honest about your weaknesses but frame them in a way that shows you're actively improving.
• 😀 Your motivation for work should highlight both your financial goals and career growth ambitions.
• 😀 Always align your career goals with the company's needs and objectives to show long-term interest.
• 😀 Show flexibility in dealing with different personality types in the workplace, emphasizing teamwork.
• 😀 Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to explain your biggest achievements effectively.
• 😀 Be honest about applying to other companies but express genuine interest in the role you're interviewing for.
• 😀 Do your research on the company, and show your enthusiasm by demonstrating knowledge about its history and culture.
• 😀 Always ask insightful questions at the end of the interview to show your interest in the company and the position.

Q & A

What are the key things you should convey in a job interview?

You should convey three things: your biodata (though not in too much detail), the skills you bring to the role, and a closing statement that leaves a positive impression on HR, like a friendly and confident sentence.

How should you introduce yourself in a job interview?

A good introduction includes your name, age, location, relevant skills, and achievements. It’s also important to link your experiences with the job you’re applying for to show that you’re a good fit.

How should you answer when asked about your strengths and weaknesses?

When discussing strengths, focus on qualities that support the role, such as attention to detail. For weaknesses, be honest but present them in a way that shows how you are working to improve, such as lack of experience but proactive learning.

What should your motivation for working be in an interview?

While it’s tempting to say you want to seek new experiences, it’s better to state that your motivation is financial stability (e.g., saving money, supporting family) and career advancement. This shows a practical and long-term outlook.

How should you answer the question about your future career goals?

Your future goals should be aligned with the company’s objectives. For example, focus on improving skills (e.g., Excel or project management) and ultimately aspiring to leadership positions within the company.

Why should a company choose you over other candidates?

Highlight the match between your skills and the company’s needs. For example, your proficiency in detail-oriented tasks, handling stress, and advanced Microsoft Office skills will directly benefit the company.

How do you handle different personality types in a team?

You should emphasize your adaptability. Explain that in a team, it's important to adjust to different personalities and collaborate effectively, regardless of whether they are choleric, sanguine, melancholic, or phlegmatic.

What’s your biggest achievement in life?

Describe an achievement that demonstrates persistence and results. For example, graduating from college with a high GPA while working, despite challenging financial circumstances, can be a great example of determination.

What is your approach when applying to multiple companies?

It’s best to be honest but not desperate. For example, you could say you are exploring multiple opportunities, but are particularly interested in the company you are interviewing with due to the fit between your skills and their requirements.

How do you feel about the company’s work culture and values?

Before the interview, research the company’s work culture. Show that you are aligned with their values and work ethics. For example, if the company is a startup or emphasizes innovation, mention how that excites you and fits your career aspirations.

How do you determine the appropriate salary to request?

It's important to be flexible and reasonable. Express that while salary is negotiable based on the company’s conditions, you expect a figure that matches your qualifications and living expenses (e.g., around 4 to 5 million).