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  • And introducing one half of the Interview Guys, Mike.

  • And the other half of the Interview Guys, Jeff.

  • Wow!

  • Tough crowd ain't ya, Jeff?

  • Hey everyone, I'm Jeff one half of the Interview Guys and today we're gonna be counting down the top ten job interview questions.

  • These are the questions you're gonna be faced with the most, so you definitely need to know how to answer them properly.

  • So let's get started with question number one.

  • The number one interview question that's most commonly asked istell me about yourself.

  • For this question, don't talk about your personal life.

  • Highlight your strengths by talking about specific past work experiences.

  • The second most commonly asked question iswhy should we hire you?

  • Now, remember with this question, you need to be specific and highlight a strength that's in line with what the company or organization is specifically looking for.

  • Number threewhat is your greatest strength?

  • Be specific and tell a brief work related example of you exhibiting that strength.

  • And again, pick an example and a strength that is based on your knowledge of what they're specifically looking for.

  • Number four on the list iswhat is your greatest weakness?

  • The three things to remember when answering this question is to be honest.

  • Show that you're taking the steps to conquer the weakness and most importantly don't mention a weakness with the skills or abilities that are essential to the job you're interviewing for.

  • Number fivewhy do you wanna work here?

  • For this question, be specific and mention aspects of the company or organization that you admire and show how your strengths and abilities make you a perfect fit.

  • Question number six on the list iswhy did you leave your last job?

  • Now if you left voluntarily, then reference a specific characteristic that the company you're interviewing for has that you're attracted to. Obviously, one that your previous employer didn't have.

  • Now if you were let go, be honest and explain the situation and own it.

  • Explain what you learned from the experience because the interviewer knows you're human, you make mistakes and just wants to see that you were able to do something about it.

  • Number sevenwhat is your greatest accomplishment?

  • For this question, be specific and talk about a past work accomplishment.

  • Make sure you pick an accomplishment that shows how valuable you will be in the position you're interviewing for.

  • Question number eight isdescribe a difficult work situation and what you did to overcome it.

  • Again, the key is to be specific.

  • Bring up a past work situation that you handled well and try and pick an example that shows you tackling a problem that could arise at the new company that you're interviewing for.

  • This will help show your value.

  • Number ninewhere do you see yourself in five years?

  • Your answer should show that you're a person with direction and that you have goals.

  • You should show that these goals include you advancing and thriving at the company or organization that you're interviewing with. But don't overdo it.

  • If you're going for an entry-level job, don't say you plan to be CEO in five years.

  • It'll seem unrealistic and could take you out of the running.

  • Last but not least, question ten is

  • Do you have any questions for me?

  • The interviewer is asking if you have any questions to ask and you should be saying yes every single time.

  • This will be your chance to demonstrate you've done your research on the company.

  • So try to focus your questions on topics that your company puts high value in.

  • Alright, that wraps up our top ten job interview questions you need to be prepared for.

  • Now that you've got the top ten interview questions you'll be asked and some great tips on how to answer them, you're well on your way.

  • But if you're still worried and feel like you need some more help, the Interview Guys have got your back.

  • Mike and I have written a brand new special report explaining our proven method to answering any job interview question perfectly every time.

  • So now all you have to do to claim your free special report is click the blue button now!

And introducing one half of the Interview Guys, Mike.

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