Собеседование на английском языке: Вопросы и ответы

Для сотрудника компании, проводящий собеседование, недостаточно сухое знание резюме, ему необходимо представить вас в данной должности, понять по вашему разговору и тому, как вы себя подаете, подходите ли вы на нее или нет.

1. Tell me about yourself...
Глупейший вопрос, который валит большинство кандидатов. Подготовьтесь к этому вопросу. Этот вопрос поднимается практически всегда в начале собеседования. Между этим вопросом и вопросом "Why should we hire you?" вы можете поставить знак равенства. Напишите два-три предложения о себе в форме так называемого USP (Unique Selling Point) - описание ваших самых сильных сторон и той пользы, которую принесет ваш опыт и знания этой компании. Например: "I'm a seasoned Retail Manager strong in developing training programs and loss prevention techniques that have resulted in revenue savings of over $2.3Million for (employer's name) during the past 11 years."

2. What is your greatest strength?
Старайтесь не переборщить. "I work too hard" - паршивый ответ, которые сулит беду. Знайте меры собственной хвалы, ведь компания хочет увидеть вас, а не картинку, которую вы рисуете. Описывайте только те качества, имеющие отношение к данной компании и представляющие вас как наиболее подходящего кандидата.

• When I'm working on a project, I don't want just to meet deadlines. Rather, I prefer to complete the project well ahead of schedule. I have exceeded my sales goals every quarter and I've earned a bonus each year since I started with my current employer. My time management skills are excellent and I'm organized, efficient, and take pride in excelling at my work. I pride myself on my customer service skills and my ability to resolve what could be difficult situations. 

3. What is your greatest weakness?
Здесь следует выделить свою слабую сторону и рассказать о том, что вы делаете для того, чтобы исправить это. Например, если вы бухгалтер, то никто не удивится, если вы скажите, что ваша сильная сторона - цифры, а вот общение с людьми - слабая. Но взаимоотношения с заказчиками - это один из самых важных аспектов ведения бизнеса, поэтому вы усердно работаете над этим.

• When I'm working on a project, I don't want just to meet deadlines. Rather, I prefer to complete the project well ahead of schedule. 
• Being organized wasn't my strongest point, but I implemented a time management system that really helped my organization skills. 
• I like to make sure that my work is perfect, so I tend to perhaps spend a little too much time checking it. However, I've come to a good balance by setting up a system to ensure everything is done correctly the first time. 
• I used to wait until the last minute to set appointments for the coming week, but I realized that scheduling in advance makes much more sense. 
• Sometimes, I spend more time than necessary on a task, or take on tasks personally that could easily be delegated to someone else. Although I've never missed a deadline, it is still an effort for me to know when to move on to the next task, and to be confident when assigning others work. 
• I've learned to make my perfectionism work to my advantage at work. I am excellent at meeting deadlines, and with my attention to detail, I know my work is correct. 
• I used to like to work on one project to its completion before starting on another, but I've learned to work on many projects at the same time, and I think it allows me to be more creative and effective in each one. 

4. How do you handle stress / pressure?
Здесь будут уместны примеры из вашего опыта. Так компания получит представление о том, как вы функционируете в стрессовых ситуациях. Еще популярны вопросы "What are the most difficult decisions to make?" или "Describe a difficult work situation / project and how you overcame it." Обязательно расскажите о реальных ситуациях (ясно дело, закончившихся хеппи эндом для вас), о том, как вы разрешили те или иные проблемы. Подготовьтесь, чтобы потом не сидеть и судорожно вспоминать прямо на собеседовании! Еще в эту же категорию относится "Tell me about a time you made a mistake ", который скорее направлен на то, чтобы узнать, как вы относитесь к критике. Говорите о том, что критика для вас важна, ибо она помогает совершенствоваться и исправлять ошибки, но также необходимо учитывать то, от кого она исходит.

• Stress is very important to me. With stress, I do the best possible job. The appropriate way to deal with stress is to make sure I have the correct balance between good stress and bad stress. I need good stress to stay motivated and productive. 
• I react to situations, rather than to stress. That way, the situation is handled and doesn't become stressful. 
• I actually work better under pressure and I've found that I enjoy working in a challenging environment. 
• From a personal perspective, I manage stress by visiting the gym every evening. It's a great stress reducer. 
• Prioritizing my responsibilities so I have a clear idea of what needs to be done when, has helped me effectively manage pressure on the job. 
• If the people I am managing are contributing to my stress level, I discuss options for better handling difficult situations with them. 
• I find that when I'm under the pressure of a deadline, I can do some of my most creative work. 
• I'm not a person who has a difficult time with stress. When I'm under pressure, I focus, and get the job done. 
• I find it exhilarating to be in a dynamic environment where the pressure is on. 
• I find a past pace to be invigorating, and thrive when the pressure is on. 
• I've done some of my best work under tight deadlines, where the atmosphere was very stressful. 
• I'm the kind of person who stays calm under pressure, and handles stress fairly easily.
  
  

5. Why are you leaving your job?
Не поливайте грязью вашего предыдущего работодателя. Подчеркните положительные моменты, опыт и знания, которые вы вынесли из предыдущего места работы. Сконцентрируйтесь больше на будущем.

• There isn't room for growth with my current employer and I'm ready to move on to a new challenge.
• I was laid-off from my last position when our department was eliminated due to corporate restructuring.
• I'm relocating to this area due to family circumstances and left my previous position in order to make the move.
• I've decided that is not the direction I want to go in my career and my current employer has no opportunities in the direction I'd like to head.
• After several years in my last position, I'm looking for an company where I can contribute and grow in a team-oriented environment.
• I am interested in a new challenge and an opportunity to use my technical skills and experience in a different capacity than I have in the past.
• I am interested in a job with more responsibility, and I am very ready for a new challenge.
• To be honest, I wasn't considering a move, but, I saw this job posting and was intrigued by the position and the company. It sounds like an exciting opportunity and an ideal match with my qualifications.
• This position seemed like an excellent match for my skills and experience and I am not able to fully utilize them in my present job.
• The company was cutting back and, unfortunately, my job was one of those eliminated. 

6. How do you evaluate success?

• I evaluate success in different ways. At work, it is meeting the goals set by my supervisors and my fellow workers. It is my understanding, from talking to other employees, that the GGR company is recognized for not only rewarding success, but giving employees opportunity to grow as well. 

7. Why do you want this job?

• I want this job because it seems tailored to my competencies, which include sales and marketing. As I said earlier, in a previous position I created an annual growth rate of 22 percent in a flat industry. Additionally, the team I would work with looks terrific. 
• This job is a good fit for what I've been interested in throughout my career. It offers a nice mix of short- and long-term activities. My short-term achievements keep me cranked up and the long-term accomplishments make me feel like a billion bucks. 
• The work I find most stimulating allows me to use both my creative and research skills. The buzz on this company is that it rewards people who deliver solutions to substantial problems. 

8. Why Should We Hire You?
Этот вопрос необходим для того, чтобы понять, понимаете ли вы все обязанности будущей должности, а также для того, чтобы узнать, что вы можете предложить данной компании.

• You have explained that you are looking for a sales executive who is able to effectively manage over a dozen employees. In my fifteen years of experience as a sales manager, I have developed strong motivational and team-building skills. I was twice awarded manager-of-the-year for my innovative strategies for motivating employees to meet and surpass quarterly deadlines. If hired, I will bring my leadership abilities and strategies for achieving profit gains to this position. 

9. What Are Your Goals for the Future?
Один из самых важных пунктов собеседования. Не говорити о семье, возможности продолжения образования и т.д. Говорите только о том, что связано с данной компанией и работой в ней. Конечно, может, вы и не представляете себя работающим в этой компании через 5 или 10 лет. Но не стоит об этом упоминать.

• My long-term goals involve growing with a company where I can continue to learn, take on additional responsibilities, and contribute as much of value as I can. 
• I see myself as a top performing employee in a well-established organization, like this one. I plan on enhancing my skills and continuing my involvement in (related) professional associations. 
• Once I gain additional experience, I would like to move on from a technical position to management. 

10. What Are You Passionate About?
Опять же вопрос, необходимый для того, чтобы ваш работодатель узнал, что для вас в жизни важно. Например, занятия спортом представляют вас дисциплинированным человеком. Самое главное, чтобы ваше увлечение не отнимало того времени, которое может быть использовано с пользой для данной компании.

• One of my greatest passions is helping others. When I was younger, I've enjoyed helping mom with household repairs. As I grew older, that habit grew and I desired to help others as well. I like helping people find solutions that meet their specific needs. 
• I'm passionate about painting. I take an evening art class once a week and try to find time each weekend to paint. Painting is a good way for me to relax and even though I don't have much talent, I do it enjoy it. 
• I'm passionate about making a difference. When I'm involved with a project at work I want to do my best to achieve success. I feel the same way about what I do in my personal life. 
• I'm an avid skier and I like to spend weekends and vacations on the ski slopes.
  
  

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Источники: “Top 20 Interview Questions” by Alison Doyle
“The 10 toughest job interview questions answered” by Meghan Casserly
“How to answer the five trickiest job interview questions” by Fiona Smith