Job Interview Flashcards
How do you stay organized?
How do you prioritize your work?
I have organized work style.
I set realistic deadlines
I track my progress daily
I use a priority matrix to sort my tasks into four categories
I use digital calendar to schedule my task
Set reminder
Delegate which works could be done by other
What’s your management style?
1-Situational and adaptive.
I believe that different situations and teams require different approaches to leadership.
2- I try to adjust my style according to the needs,preferences and skills of the people I work with .
3-If I work with a highly skilled
I might trust them to
Make their decision
Give them plenty of autonomy
4-If I work with less experienced person
I might adapt a coaching style
Provide them guidance, direction and support
Highly skilled team
less experienced people
What is your work style?
1-I have a detail-oriented work style
Which means:
*I pay attention to the small details
*Make sure everything is accurate and complete
* I have an eye for detail
* monitor everything
2- adaptive work style
* I can adapt to different situations and expectations
* shift quickly
3-collaborative
* enjoy working with others
* value feedback and input from my colleagues
Team work
Encourage them to team up
Enjoy working with others
Value feedback and input from others
I welcome constructive feedback
I can work independently and also enjoy working as a part of team if required and I find that better decision are made when people work together and share ideas
Your greatest strength
How other describe you
I am good at:
Managing my time
Delivering project on time
A creative thinker ( i think out of the box)
Communicating
Listening
Cooperating
Quick learner
Multitasking ( I have natural ability to deal with more than one task at the same time)
I can build positive relationship with all colleagues at all levels
I can work under pressure
I can handle my stress easily
That’s not easy question but I like to believe that they would say:
I am reliable and careful
I am active and efficient and keeping up with me is not easy task
I deliver what expected on time with the highest standards
How do you make a decision?
Make list of available options
Assess the pros and cons of each
Assess the expected outcome of each
Assess the risks of each possible decision
(If one decision has a good potential outcome but comes with too much risk that it may not be the right choice)
Talk to others who have relevant experience
(Better decision are made when used other experience)
How do you deal with pressure and stressful situations
Set realistic goals and deadlines
Break down large tasks into small ones
Taking break can help me to come back to my work fresh
Physically activity and healthy eating can boost my mood, energy
Tell me about time you made a mistake or failure
It can be a painful experience
It can be an opportunity to learn, grow
If you examine it objectively and constructively
What type of environment do you prefer?
I enjoy working in a place where everyone is focused on their own work that allows me to concentrate on my tasks without unnecessary distractions or interruptions
I respect the privacy of my colleagues and expect the same from them.
My ideal colleagues should be understanding
Cooperative
Helpful
Approachable
What motivates you in workplace
It is essential to recognize the significance of each role in workplace regardless of the position held and each role plays a vital part in achieving the organization goals.
This understanding can motivate individuals to perform their duties to the best of their abilities.
- receiving positive feedback and appreciation can help you feel valued.
What motivates you in your life
Hop
Is the belief that future will be better than present
It can help us stay positive, motivated even in difficult times and mange stress, anxiety and cope with adversity.
Love
Is a powerful emotion
Can give us a sense of purpose and meaning in life
It can help us connect with others
Build strong relationships
Having goals
Can give us a sense of direction and purpose in life
Can help us stay motivated and focused on what we want to achieve
Learning new things
Can be a great way to stay interested in life
It can help us :
develop new skills
Meet new people
Explore new ideas
Personal growth
Is the process of becoming a better version of ourselves
It can help us develop new skills
Overcome challenges
Achieve our goals
Helping others
Is a rewarding experience
It can give us meaning in life
It helps us build relationships
Connect with communities
Do you consider yourself successful?
From my point of view Success is not destination it is a process of learning, growing and improving.
I am successful because I am always do my best in any situation .
If you are a perfectionist you won’t feel satisfied because there is always someone who is smarter, richer and better than you.
What do you see yourself in five years?
Unfortunately, the situation in Iran is dynamic and unpredictable so it is difficult to plan for long term.
I am ready to adapt to any changes that may happen.
I am open to new opportunities and challenges.
I would like to learn using artificial intelligence in the field I work in
How do you plan to achieve your goals?
Gain more experience
Taking training courses
Working hard
Leave comfort zone
If you stay in your comfort zone you will never grow
What is your dream job?
I would like to work in reputable company as well as well-paid
Where individual abilities and commitment are valued .
Job security is present
There is open path for career and personal development.
I can go to work every day with enthusiasm.
A place where I won’t regret spending my lifetime.
What’s your passionate about?
Hobby
Listening to podcasts
Are easy to access
Can be listened to anywhere, anytime
I listen to them while driving, doing housework
It is a great way to learn new things
They cover a wide range of topics from science, technology to history and culture
Reading about history can be an enriching experience
It helps us understand how events in the past have shaped the world we live in today
By learning from the past, we can avoid repeating the same mistakes and create better future
What is your current salary?
What are your salary expectations?
My current salary is between 20 M and 30 M.
Based on my experience the average salary for this position is between.. and
I am open to negotiation depending on the total compensation package
Thank you for your offer
I am excited about the opportunity to work with you
Can I have a few days to review the details and get back to you?
When can you start?
I will be able to start at the beginning of new year
I will notify my current work,when my contract is finalized in new place
Based on working laws, I will be able to leave one month after noticed I gave to them.
If you were animal which one would you want to be?
I would like to be a dolphin
They are intelligent, social, playful
They have curious personality, complex communication system
They are important for the ocean’s Ecosystem
They help to keep the balance of the food chain by eating other animals
Improve company
Setting and tracking key performance indicators (KPI):
Which can help
measure progress
Identify strengths and weaknesses
Investing on employee
By providing training, coaching
Risk assessment
Identifying and assessing of potential treats.
Can help
prevent and minimize losses
Protect assets
Ensure compliance
Deal with conflict
Conflict will happen in any workplace
They can arise from various resources such as :
miscommunication
Unmet Expectations
Difference in various and priorities
It can be an opportunity to grow, improve if handled properly
I think the most important reason of it is difference in personality
…
To resolve this problem:
A)company should impose some requirements and if someone doesn’t follow them should be punished
…
B) retraining is necessary to improve their work flow or time management skills
I faced a tough deadline
I was far behind schedule
In a few hours
It is difficult to work with someone
I try to understand their feelings
people sometimes act difficult bc they are stressed, unhappy
But If this action is repeat I will leave them
I avoid engaging office gossip
Instead focus on my own work and performance
If the situation is affected my work I will seek help from my manager
How to show your disagreement
I share my opinion respectfully
I provide clear and relevant reasons, evidence, data, examples to support my idea
I try to avoid vague or emotional statements and focus on the issues not the person
I listen to other person’s point of view and try to understand their reasoning
Suggest some alternative items if required
But final decision is made by manager and I will do accordingly
