1. Tell me about yourself.

I am Marie Queenz Vicente, I’m currently studying Business Administration majoring in human resources
development management. I am passionate about my work. Because I love what I do, I have a steady
source of motivation that drives me to do my best.

2. Walk me through your resume.

Yes, of course, I started my career as a payroll assistant, where I had the opportunity to closely observe the
role of HR management. My HR manager, a remarkable leader, demonstrated the transformative impact
effective HR practices can have on employee satisfaction and organizational success. Inspired by their
leadership and the dynamic nature of HR responsibilities, I decided to further my education by pursuing a
degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resources Development Management at
New Era University.

3. How did you hear about this position?

I learned about this job opening when I was browsing Indeed. I was looking for the keyword 'content
specialist' and found your company right away. While the job page was a bit saturated, your job posting
stood out to me right away. The wording of the job description instantly drew a clear picture of what it's
like to work here. I would love to be a part of such a tight-knit and creative team.

4. Why do you want to work at this company?

I'm excited about the company's mission and values, and I believe in the work that you do. I'm eager to be
a part of a team that is making a positive impact and creating meaningful change.

5. Why do you want this job?

I'm genuinely excited about the opportunity to join [Company Name] and I'm confident that my
background, skills, and passion make me a strong candidate who can contribute to the company's ongoing
success.

6. Why should we hire you?

I should be hired for this role because of my relevant skills, experience, and passion for the industry. I've
researched the company and can add value to its growth. My positive attitude, work ethic, and long-term
goals align with the job requirements, making me a committed and valuable asset to the company.

7. What can you bring to the company?

If I am hired, I can contribute my enthusiasm, dedication, and hard work to the team. I am a fast learner
and have a strong work ethic. I am also a team player and can work well with others. I am confident that I
can bring a positive attitude and energy to the workplace.

8. What are your greatest strengths?

My greatest strength is my ability to excel in highly pressurized situations. I have found creative ways to
keep calm when working under pressure.

9. What do you consider to be your weaknesses?

My greatest weakness is that I sometimes focus too much on the details of a project and spend too much
time analyzing the finer points. I've been striving to improve in this area by checking in with myself at
regular intervals and giving myself a chance to refocus on the bigger picture.
10. What is your greatest professional achievement?
My greatest achievement was completing a challenging project ahead of schedule. I organized and
motivated my team, resulting in a successful and timely project completion. This accomplishment showed
my ability to lead and manage a team under tight deadlines.

11. Tell me about a challenge or conflict you’ve faced at work, and how you dealt with it.
As a Payroll Assistant, I addressed challenges with a new software system, resolving discrepancies through
analysis and prioritization. Transparent communication restored confidence and highlighted adaptability.

12. Tell me about a time you demonstrated leadership skills.

In a prior role as a payroll assistant, I led the team in implementing a new payroll system. I organized
training, addressed concerns, and facilitated communication. Through collaboration, we successfully
improved efficiency and accuracy, emphasizing the importance of leadership in achieving goals.

13. What’s a time you disagreed with a decision that was made at work?
In my previous role, a decision was made to implement a new scheduling software without input from the
team. While I understood the need for modernization, I disagreed with the lack of consultation. I
addressed this by scheduling a meeting with decision-makers, expressing concerns, and offering
alternative solutions, promoting a more collaborative approach.

14. Tell me about a time you made a mistake.

I tried to do too much myself and I ended up getting overwhelmed. This caused me to miss a few
deadlines and it also put a lot of stress on my team. I learned a valuable lesson from this experience. I
learned that it's important to delegate tasks effectively and to trust my team members to do their jobs.

15. Tell me about a time you failed.

16. Why are you leaving your current job?
17. Why were you fired?
18. Why was there a gap in your employment?
19. Can you explain why you changed career paths?
20. What’s your current salary?
21. What do you like least about your job?
22. What are you looking for in a new position?
23. What type of work environment do you prefer?
24. What’s your work style?
25. What’s your management style?
26. How would your boss and coworkers describe you?
27. How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?
28. What do you like to do outside of work?
29. Are you planning on having children?
30. How do you stay organized?
31. How do you prioritize your work?
32. What are you passionate about?
33. What motivates you?
34. What are your pet peeves?
35. How do you like to be managed?
36. Do you consider yourself successful?
37. Where do you see yourself in five years?
38. How do you plan to achieve your career goals?
39. What are your career aspirations?
40. What’s your dream job?
41. What other companies are you interviewing with?
42. What makes you unique?
43. What should I know that’s not on your resume?
44. What would your first few months look like in this role?
45. What are your salary expectations?
46. What do you think we could do better or differently?
47. When can you start?
48. Are you willing to relocate?
49. How many tennis balls can you fit into a limousine?
50. If you were an animal, which one would you want to be?
51. Sell me this pen.
52. Is there anything else you’d like us to know?
53. Do you have any questions for us?