AT THE INTERVIEW -questions to ask and not to ask It's your turn!

! As the interview comes to a close, one of the final questions you may be asked is "What can I answer for you?" Have interview questions of your own ready to ask. You aren't simply trying to get this job - you are also interviewing the employer to assess whether this company and the position are a good fit for you.

Interview Questions to Ask! How would you describe the responsibilities of the position? How would you describe a typical week/day in this position? Is this a new position? If not, what did the previous employee go on to do? What is the company's management style? Who does this position report to? If I am offered the position, can I meet him/her? How many people work in this office/department? How much travel is expected? Is relocation a possibility? What is the typical work week? Is overtime expected? What are the prospects for growth and advancement? How does one advance in the company? Are there any examples? What do you like about working here? What don't you like about working here and what would you change? Would you like a list of references? If I am extended a job offer, how soon would you like me to start? What can I tell you about my qualifications? When can I expect to hear from you? Are there any other questions I can answer for you?

Interview Questions NOT to Ask! What does this company do? (Do your research ahead of time!) If I get the job when can I take time off for vacation? (Wait until you get the offer to mention prior commitments) Can I change my schedule if I get the job? (If you need to figure out the logistics of getting to work don't mention it now...) Did I get the job? (Don't be impatient. They'll let you know.)

by Alison Doyle GLOSSARY advancement ahead of time Its your turn! overtime prospects for growth elrelps j elre n kvetkezik! tlra nvekedsre val kiltsok

relocation responsibility to assess to report to sb to take time off (for vacation)

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Prepare an Answer for Each Job Interview Question Interviews are always stressful - even for job seekers who have gone on countless interviews. The best way to reduce the stress is to be prepared. Take the time to review the "standard" interview questions you will most likely be asked. Also take time to research the company so you'll be ready with a knowledgeable answer for each interview question.

Job Interview Questions: Work History Name of company, position title and description, dates of employment. What were your expectations for the job and to what extent were they met? What were your starting and final levels of compensation? What were your responsibilities? What major challenges and problems did you face? How did you handle them? Which was most / least rewarding? What was the biggest accomplishment / failure in this position? What was it like working for your supervisor? What were his strengths and shortcomings? Why are you leaving your job? Why were you fired?

Job Interview Questions About You Describe a typical work week. How many hours do you normally work? How would you describe the pace at which you work? How do you handle stress and pressure? What motivates you? What are your salary expectations? What do you find are the most difficult decisions to make? If the people who know you were asked why you should be hired, what would they say? Do you prefer to work independently or on a team? Give some examples of team work. What type of work environment do you prefer? Describe a difficult work situation / project and how you overcame it. How do you evaluate success?

GLOSSARY

accomplishment

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compensation countless failure job seeker knowledgeable likely rewarding shortcoming strength stressful supervisor to evaluate to handle to meet sbs expectations to overcome to reduce to research a company To what extent? to work independently to work on a team work environment

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Strange Job Interview Behavior Most managers and supervisors (and HR people) have had experiences interviewing candidates for job openings. Based on a survey published via the Internet, here are some of the oddest things happened during job interviews - reported by HR professionals"... said he was so well-qualified that if he didn't get the job, it would prove that the company's management was incompetent." "... stretched out on the floor to fill out the job application." "... brought her large dog to the interview." "... chewed bubble gum and constantly blew bubbles." "Candidate kept giggling through serious interview." "She wore a Walkman and said she could listen to me and the music at the same time." "Balding candidate abruptly excused himself. Returned to office a few minutes later, wearing a hairpiece." "Applicant challenged interviewer to arm wrestle." "... asked to see interviewer's resume to see if the personnel executive was qualified to judge the candidate." "...