INTERVIEW TIPS, QUESTIONS, AND ANSWERS (How to Answer them Correctly)

It's almost 16 years of providing good services for the betterment of Nigerians, in writing their CV/Resume,  Cover letters, and Personal Statement, and training them for interviews but it would be feasible for us to provide 50 interview questions and answers at this time. However, below are the question compiled from different backgrounds of Human Resources Managers. And also provided some general tips for answering interview questions:

1. Take a deep breath and try to relax. This will help you think more clearly and give better responses.

2. Listen carefully to the question. Make sure you understand what is being asked before you start your answer.

3. Take a moment to think about your response before you start speaking. This will help you organize your thoughts and give a more thoughtful answer.

4. Be honest and authentic. It's okay to admit that you don't know the answer to a question or that you need more information.

5. Use specific examples to illustrate your points. This will help the interviewer get a better understanding of your skills and experiences.

6. Keep your answers concise and to the point. Avoid rambling or giving unnecessary information.

7. Avoid negative language and focus on the positive.

8. Show enthusiasm and a genuine interest in the role and the company.

9. Be prepared to ask questions of your own. This shows that you are engaged and interested in the opportunity.

here are a few sample interview questions that you might encounter:

1. Tell me about yourself.
2. Why do you want to work for our company?
3. What qualifications do you have that make you a good fit for this position?
4. How do you handle challenges or difficult situations on the job?
5. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
6. Can you give an example of a time when you had to work as part of a team?
7. How do you handle criticism or feedback?
8. Can you describe a time when you had to solve a complex problem?
9. How do you prioritize your tasks and manage your time?
10. Do you have any questions for me?

11. What attracted you to this role?

12. How do you stay up-to-date with developments in your field?

13. How do you handle conflict or disagreement with a coworker or supervisor?

14. Describe a project that you worked on that required attention to detail.

15. How do you handle a heavy workload or tight deadlines?

16. How do you balance your professional and personal commitments?

17. How do you build and maintain relationships with your coworkers or clients?

18. How do you handle stress or pressure on the job?

19. Can you give an example of a time when you had to adapt to change?

20. How do you handle failure or setbacks?

21. Why did you leave your last job?

22. What are your long-term career goals?

23. How do you handle a challenging customer or client?

24. Can you describe a time when you had to work on a tight budget?

25. How do you handle a difficult or demanding manager or supervisor?

26. How do you handle a mistake or error on the job?

27. How do you approach problem-solving and decision-making?

28. How do you handle a lack of resources or support on a project?

29. Can you describe a time when you had to be innovative or think outside the box?

30. How do you handle a lack of direction or unclear expectations?

31. What are your salary expectations?

32. How do you handle a customer or client who is upset or angry?

33. Can you describe a time when you had to be a leader?

34. How do you handle a difficult or emotional conversation with a coworker or client?

35. Can you describe a time when you had to balance multiple projects or tasks at once?

36. How do you handle a situation where you disagree with company policies or procedures?

37. Can you describe a time when you had to present or pitch an idea to a group?

38. How do you handle a situation where you have to work with a team member who is not pulling their weight?

39. Can you describe a time when you had to go above and beyond for a customer or client?

40. How do you handle a situation where you have to work with a difficult or aggressive personality?

41. How do you handle a situation where you have to work with limited information or resources?

42. Can you describe a time when you had to negotiate or compromise to reach a goal or deadline?

43. How do you handle a situation where you have to work with a team member who has a different work style or approach?

44. Can you describe a time when you had to work with a tight timeline or budget?

45. How do you handle a situation where you have to work with a team member who is not meeting expectations?

46. Can you describe a time when you had to work with a team member who has a different personality or communication style?

47. How do you handle a situation where you have to work with a team member who is not pulling their weight?

48. Can you describe a time when you had to work with a team member who has different goals or objectives?

49. How do you handle a situation where you have to work with a team member who is not meeting deadlines or commitments?

50. Can you describe a time when you had to work with a team member who is not meeting quality standards?

Sources: Careerloaded