Back to Menu of Workshops and Strategic Career Management Model Workshop Home CONTENTS Purpose of the Interview What to Expect Types of Interviews Interview Success Factors Sample Interview Questions Personal Education Experience Career Goals Behavioral Impressive Readiness Checklist Related Links Mock Interview Directions		WINNING INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES   Sample Interview Questions Personal Tell me about yourself. What are your hobbies? Why did you choose to interview with our organization? Describe your ideal job. What can you offer us? What do you consider to be your greatest strengths? Can you name some weaknesses? Define success. Failure. Have you ever had any failures? What did you learn from them? Of which three accomplishments are you most proud? Who are your role models? Why? How does your college education or work experience relate to this job? What motivates you most in a job? Have you had difficulty getting along with a former professor/ supervisor/co-worker and how did you handle it? Have you ever spoken before a group of people? How large? Why should we hire you rather than another candidate? What do you know about our organization (products or services)? Where do you want to be in five years? Ten years? Do you plan to return to school for further education?
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