Nothing can replace time spent studying possible interview questions and thinking about your answers. But there are a few key principles to winning answers, even for questions youre not prepared for. Weve outlined these principles here, and even provided1 possible answers to some of the toughest questions an interviewer can wing at you.
The Keys Are:
Think about the questions you might be asked before the interview and how you could best respond. You can refer to our list of frequently asked interview questions in the last article:
Listen carefully to the interviewers questions.
Take time to collect your thoughts before answering.
Keep your answers short and to the point.
The following are the Answer Suggestions for Tough Questions：
1. The first question is: What can I do for you
Employers3 really dont want a straight answer to this question. They know you want a job. Suggested responses, therefore, should tell employers they gain something by employing you. Answers such as Actually, Im here to offer you something--loyal4 and efficient work or I think the question is what I can do for you. Im here to talk about your needs for an expert driver are good.
2. Second question: Why dont you tell me something about yourself
Be prepared to talk about your unique qualities. Wind up with something that relates to the job. An example: Im a native of Jones County5, raised here and educated at Jones Community College. I have a large number of friends who are loyal to me because I get along with almost any type of person. Ive met many of my friends while working as a volunteer in the Habitat for Humanity6 effort in my community, and my experiences there are among the reasons Id be an excellent construction worker for your company, Mr. (or Ms.) Builder.
3. The third one is: What kind of work are you looking for
Be as specific as you can with this particular employer2. The best answer to this question will be found in the job description you obtained prior7 to the interview. You can repeat the duties listed for the position for which youre interviewing. Other answers that suggest you want to grow and learn or want to demonstrate8 your good work ethic9 would be I want a job in which Ill be able to produce for the company and grow along with it or I want a job where showing up on time and working hard is compensated10 by a fair wage.
4. The last one is: What do you do best
This question demands that you praise yourself--something a lot of us are uncomfortable doing. As you prepare for the interview, think through some of your recent successes you can use to give a good answer to this question. Its best if they relate to ways you improved the current business, generated11 new business, or saved money for the company.
扩展：求职：给面试官的问题
在回答完考官的全部问题后，你也应该适时地问考官一些问题。In fact, they expect it, so having a few questions ready is a good idea. Weve assembled some of the questions job applicants1 ask most often.
About the Job:
Can you describe an ideal employee
Can you tell me about the competencies necessary to perform this job
How is performance measured and reviewed
Can you describe a typical day in this job
Can you portray2 the best and worst aspects of this job
How long do people usually stay in this job
Why did the last person leave this job
About the Department:
How many employees are in this department
How important does upper management consider the functions of this department
Are there any weaknesses in the department youre working on improving
Will I be able to meet the immediate3 supervisor4 for this role
About the Company:
Does the company have a general or specific focus
Could you explain your organizational structure to me
Where does this position fit in the organization
How long have you been with the company
Why do people leave
What are the companys strengths and weaknesses as compared to the competition
Who are your major competitors
What are the best opportunities in your company for new hires
About the Future:
What pending5 legislation could impact the company
What is the vision of the company
What are the major changes in the industry, and how is the company responding
在提这些问题的时候，一定要抱着诚心请教的态度，不要在语气上有任何挑衅或是自满。不然你的面试结果可就不妙了。
