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LSP 401 Interview Questions
LSP 401 Interview Questions
LSP 401 Interview Questions
2009/2010 SEMESTER 2 LSP 401: BAHASA INGGERIS AM [GENERAL ENGLISH] FINAL ASSESSMENT- INTERVIEWS [10%]
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
competition and you have to use your talents, skills, and preparation to outshine the other candidates. After uncovering what the interviewer is looking for, describe why the needs of this particular job match quite nicely with the tasks youve successfully performed in previous situations. Be specific with examples of your responsibilities and especially your achievements so you can present yourself as a perfect match for the needs of the position.
Common interview question #2 Can you describe a previous work or school situation in which you ?[mention the situation]
This question comes in many forms, but what the interviewer is looking for is your behavior on the job. Be aware that more and more interviewers are moving toward a behavioral interview technique where most questions are asked in terms that require you to answer with specific examples of your past behaviors. Your answer could focus on a crisis you helped resolve, overcoming a negotiation deadlock with your creativity, handling a problem coworker, or juggling multiple tasks on a project for a previous job or class. Past behaviour predicts future behaviour The theory behind this type of question is that past behavior is the best predictor of future behavior. Interviewers believe that how you handled situations in the past will indicate how youll handle similar problems in the future. Prepare real job or school examples in advance, and describe your behavior in specific situations that prove you have the skills the job requires.
for a position. It can also be used to give the interviewer a sense of your work ethic, your flexibility with your schedule, or how creative you are. Tell them what they WANT to hear in your interview Your best answer is to describe the job you are interviewing for. Make certain your answer is believable by tying it to specific reasons, stated with sincerity, why each aspect of this position is attractive to you. Example: Actually, Ms. Jones, the position you and I are discussing sounds like a perfect fit for me. As an assistant manager for one of your high volume locations, I would love the opportunity to bring my creativity and high degree of work ethic to your company. I believe my previous operations experience would benefit the company since I could bring a fresh perspective to the challenges you face daily. The hours are great, the working conditions are great, and Id love to throw my creativity and high work ethic behind your organization.
Common interview question #5 Why do you want to work for this company
If you have done your research and are able to answer this question with authority and show a deeper understanding of the companys goals, marketing strategies, and history, you could hit the ball out of the park. Your best research sources are the companys annual reports and possibly the corporate newsletter. Ask for copies of these documents when youre scheduling the interview. You could also research any contacts you know at the company, its vendors, advertisements, or articles about the company in trade publications.
Before you go to the interview, think of three or four accomplishments and quantify what their actions in terms of
Increasing revenues. What have you done that brought in more money? Saving money. What have you done to reduce expenses? Improving resources. What have you done that improved business operations?
You MUST be able to quantify your achievements if you want to stand out in the crowd. Additionally, showing that you understand how your actions have benefited your previous employers indicate that you could potentially do the same as a future employee.