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How do you stay organized?
How do you prioritize your work?

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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

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What’s your management style?

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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

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Highly skilled team

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less experienced people

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What is your work style?

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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

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Team work

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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

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Your greatest strength
How other describe you

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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

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How do you make a decision?

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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)

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How do you deal with pressure and stressful situations

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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

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Tell me about time you made a mistake or failure

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It can be a painful experience
It can be an opportunity to learn, grow
If you examine it objectively and constructively

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10
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What type of environment do you prefer?

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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

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What motivates you in workplace

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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.
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12
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What motivates you in your life

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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

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13
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Do you consider yourself successful?

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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.

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14
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What do you see yourself in five years?

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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

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15
Q

How do you plan to achieve your goals?

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Gain more experience
Taking training courses
Working hard
Leave comfort zone

If you stay in your comfort zone you will never grow

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16
Q

What is your dream job?

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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.

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17
Q

What’s your passionate about?
Hobby

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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

18
Q

What is your current salary?
What are your salary expectations?

A

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?

19
Q

When can you start?

A

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.

20
Q

If you were animal which one would you want to be?

A

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

21
Q

Improve company

A

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

22
Q

Deal with conflict

A

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

23
Q

It is difficult to work with someone

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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

24
Q

How to show your disagreement

A

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

25
Q

What is your greatest achievement

A

I have been promoted gradually

I was promoted to qa manager

I have reached the height of my career

It is never easy to climb the career ladder unless you work hard

26
Q

Describe your ideal boss

A

I am very flexible when it comes to being managed

I would like to to be managed by someone
Who is
Supportive, communicative, respectful
Familiar with management skills

Someone who
Deals with staff firmly, fairly and with respect
Has open door policy

I appreciate when a manager gives me clear expectations, constructive feedback

I was trusted by my manager

27
Q

Describe your boss

A

She is
A high flyer
Hard to predict
Such a smooth talker means she can be very persuasive
She can sell ice to Eskimos
She is vague when giving assignment
I know how to ask questions so I knew what was expected
She is terrible gossip she enjoys talking about people’s private lives

28
Q

Your weakness

A

I feel impatient with who doesn’t work as quickly as I do

I am a perfectionist and I want everything to be just right

29
Q

What do you like more about your job

A

My job is so rewarding and gives me a sense of achievement

No two days are the same

I enjoy troubleshooting means coming up with solutions and solving problems

Communicating with different people is part of my job
So my job has given me a deep insight into interpersonal skills
I know how to interact with people

30
Q

What would you look like in the role?

A

I would start understanding
Strategic goals
Current process
Team dynamics

31
Q

Why should we hire you?

A

I have more than 9 years of experience in this field

I am good at

I can bring my skills and experience to this role and add value to your project and process

I have gained valuable skills and experience in qa

I will enjoy working with team as good as yours

I am eager to learn new things

I am confident and I can grow in this role

I read on the job description you are looking for someone with 3 years experience in this field I have done that for 10 years

32
Q

Why are you leaving your current job?

A

I feel in order to take the next step in my career I should experience new organization.

There is no room for growth
I can see no future in my job

Government took the company I worked for from private part

It seems that is unable to sustain their workforce same as before

33
Q

How did you hear about this position

A

I saw the job posted on linkdin

I saw job advertisement on site and it seemed interesting so I wanted to know more

I heard about it from a colleague

Your company was recommended to me by somebody I worked with in a previous job and heard good things about your organization

34
Q

Tell me about yourself

A

I have a bachelor of medical science laboratory from Iran university and a master of biochemistry from azad university.

Mdsl is a degree that prepares students for careers in laboratory such as blood analysis, tissue analysis,…

Biochemistry is a degree that focuses on the molecular and cellular of life such as metabolism, genetics, biotechnology

35
Q

چه مهارت هایی داری؟

A

What skills do you have?
چه مهارت هایی داری؟

36
Q

چه مهارت هایی داری؟

A

What skills do you have?
چه مهارت هایی داری؟

37
Q

اینجا نوشته که شما تجربه کار اداری و مهارت کار با کامپیوتر رو دارین. توی امور مشتریان هم کار کردین

A

It says here that you have office experience, computer skills, you’ve worked in customer service.

38
Q

این مدل کارها توی شرح وظایف شغلی من نبود

A

This kind of thing wasn’t in my job description.

39
Q

این مدل کارها توی شرح وظایف شغلی من نبود

A

This kind of thing wasn’t in my job description.

40
Q

اوبه نظر می رسه که سخت باشه
مصمم باشه

A

She seems to be tough
She seems to be determined to

41
Q

خوب من حدس می زنم که ما او را امتحان می کنیم، و ببینیم که او چگونه کار می کند!

A

Well I guess we’ll give her a try, and see how she works out!

42
Q

خوب من حدس می زنم که ما او را امتحان می کنیم، و ببینیم که او چگونه کار می کند!

A

Well I guess we’ll give her a try, and see how she works out!