Knowing exactly what questions an interviewer might ask would be extremely helpful to nailing any job interview. While we wish we could provide you with a concrete list of questions, we can help you prepare for some of the most asked questions. As a company that provides employment services to Vancouver, we know that most simple questions are what catch candidates off guard, leaving them rattled in an otherwise ideal interview situation. Below we have provided a few commonly asked questions and some pointers on how to answer them adequately.
What is your greatest strength?
If you want to answer this question effectively, think quality instead of quantity. Therefore, do not just recite a long list of adjectives, identify one specific characteristic that is relevant to the job and provide an example. The power of stories will always be stronger than generalizations. This is also an open door to add in any lingering qualifications that you have not been able to fit in during other questions.
Can You Tell Me What Your Salary Expectations Are?
When answering this question, the first rule is: Know what your salary requirements are in advance. Use sites such as PayScale to research compensation for similar roles and consult your network for advice. Be sure to consider your experience, education, skills, and personal needs as well. Once you have a number in your head, during the interview you can try one of three different tactics:
- Give a range of salaries you would expect, keeping your bottom number the predetermined number.
- Try flipping the question by mentioning how great of a question and asking if they could share what the salary range for the role is.
- Delay answering the question altogether. You can tell your interview that you are interested in learning more about the role and the rest of the compensation package before discussing pay.
Do you have any other information you would like us to know?
The moment you thought you were going to be able to breathe, your interviewer asks you this question. You have two choices for closing out the meeting on a high note. First, if there is something appropriate that you have not had a chance to discuss, do it now. It is officially your last chance! Otherwise, you can use this opportunity to quickly paraphrase your qualifications. For instance, you could answer: “I believe we have covered everything, but to summarize, it appears you are looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running. And with my prior expertise [list your skills quickly], I think I would be an ideal fit.”
At the end of the day, taking time to prepare yourself for simple questions such as the ones above can mean the difference between landing the job. Recruiters and employers alike recognize Express as one of the most trusted temp agencies in Vancouver, as well as a trustworthy source for employment and career advice.
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Express Employment Professionals of Vancouver, WA
2612 NE 114th Ave
Vancouver, WA 98684
(360) 883-3600
https://www.expresspros.com/VancouverWA
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