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Some of the most common job interview questions are the Òdescribe yourselfÓ, Òdescribe your bossÓ, Òdescribe

your deal jobÓ and Òdescribe your management styleÓ

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This article provides the best answers for these typical job interview questions .

You can find more frequently asked questions reading the articles located in the topic Î frequestly asked

interview questions and answers .

The article is divided to 4 parts:

Typical Interview Questions and Best Answers

1. How to Answer the ÒDescribe YourselfÓ interview question

An important question that is asked during a job interview is the ÒHow Would You Describe YourselfÓ question.

When asking this question, the interviewer tries to find out what the interviewee thinks about himself/herself. It

is very important that the interviewee answers this question in a manner that is logical without bragging or

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lessening his/her value.

In many cases, the interviewer can also phrase the question as Òtell us 3 words to describe yourselfÓ or Ògive us

3 adjectives to describe yourselfÓ.

In such a situation you can use positive words that bring about your most positive characteristics.

The words that you can use are: ÐHardworking, loyal, quick learner, well adjust to changes, efficient team

player, multi tasking, self-motivated and self confidentÑ

The answer should also be ground in solid logic and should reference professional achievements.

Refer to the article Î what is your greatest achievement .

Another good answer to this question is, ÐI would describe myself as a professional who is easy to get along

with, and who can handle stressful situations and a heavy load.Ñ

Further reading Î Ð examples of strengths and weaknesses Ñ

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2. Typical interview question: ÒDescribe Your BossÓ?

Describing your manager or your boss is another tricky question that is generally asked by most of the

interviewers.

Basically, these are not questions, but ways to gauge your comfort level in discussing your previous jobs, as well

as a way to evaluate your experiences at your previous place of

employment

If you show signs of complete dissatisfaction, the interviewer may think that you need the job desperately and it

might reflect negatively toward your candidacy and/or package.

Therefore, if you are asked to describe your boss, you should answer the question in the most diplomatic manner

that is possible.

You can answer the question like this:

ÐMy manager/boss was a good combination of professionalism and the personal touch. Having risen from the

entry level of an employee, he knew most of the problems that employees faced. He was a good leader and had

strong communication skills. He motivated me to come up with new ideas and always provided helpful feedback.

He always set, changed, evaluated and monitored our work goals to improve our bottom line and I learned a lot

from himÑ

The next questions could be Î so, why do you want to leave

salary

your job

Read further Î why did you leave your current job ?

3. Typical interview question: How would you describe your ideal job?

While this question may seem inconsequential at the time of the interview, this one can actually keep you apart

from others who share the same educational qualifications or even have the same experience.

If asked about your ideal job, you should ensure the interviewer that you wish to have a that gives you

professional progress as well as creative satisfaction, along with providing a stability that is required by every

person.

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Your answer to this question should be:

ÐI would describe the ideal job as a job that makes the most of my qualifications and abilities, and gives me a

chance to constantly challenge myself. I look for a stable job with quality supervision, a positive work culture at

a successful company that will encourage me to work at my best.Ñ

Other good answers to the Òdream jobÓ interview question could be:

¤ A job that provides opportunity to learn, progress and contribute to the organization.

¤ A teamwork-oriented environment in a company that empowers employees to create and take initiatives.

¤ A job that my skills are utilized to the maximum and allows me to grow within the organization.

4. How would you describe your management style?

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This question is generally asked to interviewees who are applying for executive positions or managerial jobs.

However, in some companies, this question may be asked to everyone, simply because they wish to know

whether some professional who is joining at a lower level has the potential to manage a team.

The correct answer to this question would be:

ÐI work to inspire and motivate teamwork for achieving goals and influence valuable changes. I am always open

to new ideas coming from team members. I consult with them frequently and encourage and support independent

thinking. I believe in establishing an open discussion for decision-making. I recognize the skills of key team

members and utilize their strengths to the benefit of the team.Ñ

The questions can be phrased: Ðplease describe your management experienceÑ. Find the best answers reading the

articles: work experience question and tell me about yourself .

You may find good information reading the article Î what makes a good team leader ?

The findings of extensive research on what makes a team effective point to the fact that: teams that have the

talent and skills to manage themselves do better.

This means a dominate team leader doesnÓt seem to lead to consistent and better performance Î itÓs the

organizational support makes a difference.

Therefore, a good team leader should design and support/balance the talent of the individuals to work together in

harmony so that the team ends up managing itselfÈ

If you are looking for management positions read:

¤ What makes a good team leader ?

¤ Leadership interview

¤ The difference between a manager and a leader

And other articles located in Management Skills Interview topic .

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