Job Interview - Frequently Asked Questions

The second step in getting a job is having an interview with a potential employer. The first step, of course, was sending your application or resume and then, after careful review by the company, you were seen as a good candidate for the vacant position.

The employer got your information through an ad that was placed in the paper, or you were referred by someone in the company or a headhunter, or you simply submitted an application via the company’s website.


The first impression employers always get is by looking at your resume. Given the fact that so many apply for the same job, this usually takes only about 30 seconds. So with the limited words you’re allowed in a resume, you, must be sure that the resume is well-written and grammatically correct.


During the interview, most employers want to know more about you,the person. The resume only gives certain information such as your name, age, address, contact number, social security number, past and current employment.


The employer will likely ask about the experiences, lessons and accomplishments you have had while working for another employer. This will usually include questions about how you handled a situation in the company, the challenges of the job and your relationships with coworkers.


Another question will probably be about the relationship between you and family members. This gives insight about how you interact with people who are close to you and who have known you for a long time.


The employer will also usually ask why you applied for a job in the company and where you would like to be in 5 to 10 years. Long term questions such as this will show if you have dedication for the job at hand and if the company can provide something beneficial for both the applicant and the employer.


Companies follow a certain budget in hiring qualified personnel which is why the interviewer will ask how much you desire to be paid for the job. If what you state is too high, the employer will usually ask if the salary is open to negotiation.


After the employer asks questions like these, time is usually given for the applicant to ask questions in return. This is the best time to show that you know a little bit about the company you might be working in and to get a feel of the potential company.


If there are no more questions, the interviewer will then end the meeting. Employers will call you back if you have passed the initial interview screening so that the next phase of the application process can begin. Be prepared for more interviews!

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