17 ‘BRILLIANT ANSWERS’ to the MOST ASKED INTERVIEW QUESTIONS!

Summary

In this training video, the speaker guides viewers through answering the 17 most common job interview questions with top-scoring example answers. Key topics include how to introduce yourself, reasons for interest in the position, strengths and weaknesses, handling conflicts, and salary expectations. The video emphasizes the importance of thorough preparation and offers a downloadable guide for instant access to these answers. The speaker also encourages viewers to subscribe to the channel for more interview tips and to connect on LinkedIn for further professional advice.

Takeaways

• 🪑 Use the SEAT structure to answer 'Tell me about yourself': Skills, Education, Achievements, and Type of person.
• 🔍 Research the company thoroughly before the interview, including products, services, mission, and values.
• 🚀 Provide specific reasons for interest in the position, emphasizing long-term career potential and alignment with personal and professional goals.
• 🌟 Highlight strengths that match the job description, such as leadership, responsiveness, problem-solving, and teamwork.
• 🗣 Be honest about weaknesses but show steps being taken to improve them, like public speaking and saying no.
• 🧩 Demonstrate knowledge about the company’s products, services, and reputation to show preparedness.
• 📝 Share relevant work experience with specific examples of achievements and skills that align with the job.
• 🤝 Address how to handle conflicts with coworkers by focusing on communication, resolution, and learning from the experience.
• 🎯 Clearly outline where you see yourself in five years, including career growth and contributions to the company.
• 👍 Emphasize reliability, eagerness to learn, and commitment to long-term employment when explaining why you should be hired.

Q & A

What is the purpose of this video?

The purpose of the video is to teach viewers how to answer the 17 most frequently asked interview questions and provide top-scoring example answers.

What structure does the speaker recommend using to answer the 'Tell me about yourself' question?

The speaker recommends using the SEAT structure, which stands for Skills, Education, Experience, Achievements, and the Type of person you are.

Why does the speaker believe you should subscribe to their YouTube channel?

The speaker believes you should subscribe because thousands of viewers have passed their job interviews on the first attempt by following their advice, and subscribing allows the speaker to continue helping more people.

What are some key points to include when answering 'Why are you interested in this position?'

Key points include expressing confidence in building a long-term career with the company, collaborating with like-minded professionals, having a passion for the industry, and aligning your background and experience with the job description and company values.

How should you respond to the question 'Why are you leaving your current job?'

You should respond by stating that you have reached your full potential at your current job and desire a fresh challenge where your skills, knowledge, and experience will be fully utilized in a forward-thinking organization.

What are some examples of strengths to mention in an interview?

Examples of strengths include taking the lead when problems occur, being responsive, being a creative problem solver, analyzing information and facts to achieve the best outcome, and having strong collaboration skills.

How should you approach answering 'What are your weaknesses?'

You should mention weaknesses that are genuine but not critical to the job, such as public speaking or difficulty saying no to people, and also discuss steps you are taking to improve in these areas.

What information should you include when answering 'What do you know about our company?'

You should mention that you have researched the company's products and services, customer reviews, company values, mission, and any awards or community involvement the company has.

How can you handle a conflict with a coworker according to the video?

You can handle a conflict by first assessing your own actions to ensure you're not the cause, then meeting privately with the coworker to understand their perspective, and finally holding open and honest conversations to find a solution that benefits the team.

What should you say when asked 'Where do you see yourself in 5 years?'

You should express a desire to be working in the same role or having earned a promotion, having completed several training courses, collaborated on various projects, and being seen as a high-performing, trustworthy, and integral employee who helps train and develop new employees.

Why should the company hire you according to the example answer?

The company should hire you because you are a trustworthy person who can be relied upon to carry out work on time and to expected standards, you are eager to learn, want to support your coworkers, and desire long-term employment to become an integral part of the company's success.

How do you handle stress and pressure at work?

You handle stress and pressure by remaining calm, prioritizing tasks, blocking out distractions, focusing on goals, foreseeing problems and planning accordingly, and accessing the skills and strengths of coworkers when encountering problems.

Do you prefer to work independently or as part of a team?

You are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, but if you had to choose, you would prefer working as part of a team.

Can you provide an example of when you went above and beyond your job requirements?

An example is volunteering to help another department within the business during a staff shortage, even though you had no prior experience with the work, to learn new skills and support the organization.

Describe a challenge you faced at work and how you dealt with it.

A challenge was communication updates on project and task completion as the company expanded. You researched productivity tools, presented a solution called Evernote to your manager, and implemented it successfully to improve workplace communication and task management.

What are your salary expectations?

After researching the average salary for the position and industry, you mention a range between $44,000 and $55,000 and state you feel you are worth the higher end but are comfortable with a salary of $53,000, confident in delivering a great return for that amount.

When can you start work?

If you can start immediately, you say you are ready to start work right away. If you have a notice period, you mention the specific notice period and your ability to start immediately after, with the possibility of negotiating an earlier start date with your current employer.

What are two questions you can ask the interviewer?

You can ask what top-performing employees do to be successful in the company and inquire about the team you would be a part of in the role.