English job interview Questions and Answers

最全的英文面试问题加答案。不要再看只有分析没有答案的版本了^_^ English job interview Questions and 

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"What are your goals for the future?" or "Where do you see yourself in five years?"

Don't discuss your goals for returning to school or having a family, they are not relevant and could knock you out of contention for the job. Rather, you want to connect your answer to the job you are applying for.

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    * 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.

    * In the XYZ Corporation, what is a typical career path for someone with my skills and experiences?

第一个问题一般都是这个 Tell me about yourself/ How would you describe yourself?

Youwalk into the interview room, shake hands with your interviewer and sitdown with your best interviewing smile on. Guess what their firstquestion is? "Tell me about yourself." Your interviewer is not lookingfor a 10-minute dissertation here. Instead, offer a razor sharp sentenceor two that sets the stage for further discussion and sets you apartfrom your competitors.

Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP)说出你的卖点

Givethem "your synopsis about you" answer, specifically your Unique SellingProposition. Known as a personal branding or a value-added statement,the USP is a succinct, one-sentence description of who you are, yourbiggest strength and the major benefit that a company will derive fromthis strength. Here is an example of a Unique Selling Proposition: "I'm aseasoned Retail Manager strong in developing training programs and lossprevention techniques that have resulted in revenue savings of over$2.3Million for (employer's name) during the past 11 years."

Whata difference you've made with this statement. Your interviewer is nowsitting forward in her chair giving you her full attention. At thispoint, you might add the following sentence: "I'd like to discuss how Imight be able to do something like that for you." The ball is now backin her court and you have the beginnings of a real discussion and not aninterrogation process.

    “Mybackground to date has been centered around preparing myself to becomethe very best financial consultant I can become. Let me tell youspecifically how I've prepared myself. I am an undergraduate student infinance and accounting at _________ University. My past experiences hasbeen in retail and higher education. Both aspects have prepared me wellfor this career.”

首先要明确他们想了解的是哪方面的内容Dothey want to know about your career so far, about your hobbies orfamily life? If in doubt, ASK them to clarify what they wish you to talkabout. Then give a short factual answer, ending with "is there anything else you'd like to know about me?"

* How would you describe yourself?

这个问题的答案应该是和他们的招聘广告上对于雇员的要求的基本一致，所以，看看你有哪些特质满足了他们的要求吧

      Tryto think about what the interviewers are looking for and keep this inmind as you answer interview questions. Remember the job advert? Werethey looking for initiative, a good communicator, someone with goodattention to detail? Describe yourself in these terms. Start with "Iam.." and not with "I think..." or "I believe.." so that you sound selfaware and confident.

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When you're interviewing for an internal positionwithin your company, you may be asked what you will do if you don't getthe job. The interviewer wants to know whether you are concerned aboutjust the advancement opportunity or the company. 内部职位竞聘常会被问到如果你没有得到这份工作的话你将会怎么办的问题。

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Iam committed to this company and its advancement so, should I not beselected, I will work with and support whoever might get selected.However, I do feel that my experience in the department and with theteam would make me the best candidate

How would your boss describe you?

Ifyou get the job, your interviewer may be your future boss so you needto answer this question carefully. Describe yourself as any boss wouldwant to see you. You might say:

"My boss would describe me ashard working, loyal, friendly and committed. He would say that I workwell on my own initiative and deliver what he wants on time and to ahigh standard".

Again,don’t use the term “I think my boss would say..” as it gives an elementof doubt. Be positive and certain with the interview answer you give.

* What motivates you?

I am motivated by being around other positive people, we might question if working alone would suit them.

I am motivated by targets.

* What do you look for in a job?

This is really a question about suitability, though we've included it here.

Rememberthe advert? Focus on the advert criteria and you won't go far wrong.For example, if the advert called for someone to lead others, you mightsay:

"I like a job where I can lead and motivate others and enjoy seeing improvements in team performance".

If the advert called for a target-focused individual, you might say:

"I like having targets. They encourage me to stretch myself and beat them!"

* What is your personal mission statement or motto?

Not everyone has one, but because you might be asked, think what yours would be.

          "Just do it!"

          "Right first time, every time".

          "Less talk, more action".

          "Treat others as you'd wish to be treated".

          "Fortune favours the brave".

          "Quality, quality, quality...".

      Ouradvice: This is one of those times when we ask candidates to explaintheir answers to our interview questions. So, whatever you say, it'slikely you'll be asked to give a reason or example so have one in mind.For most jobs, you want to sound positive and motivated, but possiblynot ruthless or inconsiderate.

* What do you enjoy most about what you do now?

"Ireally enjoy the technical nature of the job and the speed at which I'mable to fix faults. I get a lot of satisfaction from getting peopleback to work as soon as possible".

 If working as part of a team is mentioned as a requirement of the job, you might answer:

 "Ireally enjoy being part of a team. I like it when the team pullstogether to achieve something and everyone can take some credit".

* What do you enjoy least about your current role?

A good interview answer might go something like this:

"Actually, I enjoy everything about what I do. I suppose if I had to give something up, it would be..."

 The'something' depends on you, but it's best to mention somethingincidental to your job, like admin or paperwork. So you might say:

  "I'mnot sure (pause). I suppose if I had to pick something to give up itwould be paperwork. I know it's important, and I do it well, but ifsomeone else did if for me, that would be great!"

* Why do you want to leave your current job/company?

 If you're applying for a more senior job, you might answer:

 "I really enjoy what I do, but I'm ready for more responsibility and challenge which your job offers. Unfortunately, my current job/employer can't give me this."

      If this isn't the reason, use yours instead, but always be positive in your answers to tough interview question

    * What do you think of your current boss?

  "My current boss is great. He sets the team challenging but realistic targets and motivates us to achieve them..."

  "My current boss is very good. She deals with her team firmly but fairly and enjoys our respect because of this..."

      Ifyour current boss is not great, and you are prepared to answer moreinterview questions about this, say so, but do balance each criticismwith a positive point. Remember the need to appear positive in youranswers to interview questions. You might say:

"Mycurrent boss has strengths and weaknesses. He is very good at listeningto people but sometimes, in my view, doesn't deal with underperformersfirmly enough. This affects team morale sometimes..."

* What will you miss about your present job?

Peopleis the best interview answer here. Say anything else and you'resuggesting the job you're applying for won't give you everything you hadand more, and might even leave you wanting!

As you think about answers to interview questions, always have in mind the need to create a positive impression.

"WellI'm confident that the job you're offering will give me everything Ihave now and more so I don't think I'll miss anything about the jobitself. But I'll miss some of the people of course..."

    * What can you tell me about XYZ Company?

      If you need to, start by saying "Is it ok if I refer to my notes?". When you get the nod, off you go.

      Agood interview answer should include short factual statements coveringsuch things as the Company's history, its products, staff numbers,turnover and future business objectives. Something like this is fine:

 "Ibelieve the Company began in 1967, with just one outlet, but now has25. From what I've read, you sell A, B and C products across Europe andthe States and have a turnover in excess of $5 million. You employ 125staff. I beleive you hope to enter the Asian market by 2010".   "I've done some research and can tell you more if you like".

You will likely hear "No, that's fine. Thank you."

 Your interviewers will be impressed that you prepared and made notes and you're off to a good start.

    * What do you think XYZ Company can offer you?

      There are two bits to this interview question, the role and the Company. Mention both. You might say:

  "I'mtold the Company has a firm commitment to individual training anddevelopment. This is great news for me because I'm keen to learn andadvance in the Company. The role itself appears challenging andrewarding which I'll find very motivating".

    * If you're successful, what do you think you'll be doing day-to-day?

      Youmight start by saying "I understand that I'll be...". Then you couldtalk about the main role, any other activities and any targets youexpect to be given.

 What are your strengths/weaknesses?

IMPORTANT -- this common job interview question can be asked in many different ways, such as "What qualities do you admire in others that you would like to develop in yourself?"

Strengths should be easy enough to think about (keep the position in mind).

Talkingabout weaknesses can be harder but good interview answers are stillpossible. Many people choose to mention something which they'verecognized as being a weakness but have overcome.

    "I'dlike to be more organized, like one of my colleagues. She doesn't haveto try. But because I don't find it as easy as her, I use to-do listsand a diary to help me successfully manage my work".

Ona final note, it's much safer to highlight your lack of experience orknowledge as a weakness than a fault in your personality. Employers canalways give you experience but few want to help you overcomeshortcomings in your personality! So avoid telling interviewers that you"get bored" or "too involved" or "frustrated"!

Why did you think you are suited to this job?

Whatthey are really asking is "You know what we are looking for so can youtell us what you have done or what you have, that is relevant."

 Why should we give the job to you above other applicants?

Thisis often our closing question. We want to know, in a nutshell, why youare the best candidate for the job. This is a chance to list your bestattributes as they relate to the vacancy. Don't be cocky, but don't be shy.\

* How well do you work under pressure?

“I know that all jobs involve some sort of pressure at some time.  I can work as well under pressure as I do at any other time but when I am busy, I prioritize activities so that my workload is manageable.”

Ifthe interviewers focus on other pressure, such as pressure to meettargets, dealing with difficult customers etc, give an appropriatereply, mentioning past situations where you have coped under suchpressure.

* What sort of people do you find it difficult to work with?

“Iam an easy going person who seems to get on with everyone. If I have topick a type of person that bothers me, it's the one who doesn't pulltheir weight or isn't worried about the standard of their work becauseit reflects badly on the rest of the team.”

* Sell me this pen!

  Ininterviews for sales job, you may hear this, believe us! In fact, oneof us had a non-sales interview and was asked this, unexpectedly. Theobject you are asked to sell could in fact be anything. Someinterviewers like to see whether you focus on the benefits of the objector its features. The features of the pen might be that it's blue, with a roller ball and plastic coating. The benefits might be that it's reliable, easy to hold and leak proof.

* What key skills do you think you need to be successful in this role?

Yougot this far because your job application form or resume or CV matchedthe interviewers' criteria as specified in the job advert. Just expandon this in your job interview answers. List the skills you think arerequired, giving a little explanation as to why each is needed.

Youmight then be asked to give examples where you've used one or more ofthese skills. These are behavioural interview questions.

* Where do you see yourself in five years time?

      This can be a difficult job interview question to answer, especially if you've not thought beyond getting this job!  Whenyou answer, you want to sound ambitious enough to be motivated to do agood job, but not too ambitious in case your interviewers think you'reonly using this job as a stepping stone to something better.

I can be successful in this job and taken on additional responsibilities and be considered suitable for promotion.

* How does this job fit into your career plans?

      Thisis a similar job interview question to the one above really, exceptthat it looks beyond five years. Be realistic. You might say somethinglike this if you're going for a middle-management position:

"Myambition is to lead a department and be involved in strategicdecision-making at a senior level. I expect the role I'm applying for togive me more experience of leading and some introduction to strategy sothat I'm ready for a senior role in a few years time".

* Where did you think you'd be at this stage in your life?

Avoidsaying further than you are now! It's better to show you've met orexceeded your ambitions than fallen short of them. Tell the interviewersthat you are happy with your life and career, but are looking for morechallenge as you like to stretch yourself to achieve more.

* If you could start again, what career decisions would you make differently?

 You'reon sticky ground if you start trying to think of hypothetical careerchanges that might have served you better in the past. Your answers tointerview questions will suggest you're not happy with the way thingsare and no-one wants to hire an unhappy person.

“I wouldn't change anything. I am happy with my career as it is now but want fresh challenges.”

 "I'm not the kind of person who looks back with regrets. I prefer to invest my energy looking forward".

* How would you approach a typical project?

 Ifyou're applying for a project based job, such as a project manager, youwill be asked this job interview question. Don't give a long windedanswer, but try to demonstrate that you would take into account the maincomponents of effective project planning such as:

      - Planning the schedule backwards from completion

      - Working out what you need to get the job done effectively and on time

      - Budgeting -- costs, time and resources

      - Allowing a contingency

 * How would you get the best from people?

      Ifyou are applying for any management role, it is highly likely you'll beasked this job interview question. The kind of skills that we'd belooking for in a good applicant are:

      - Good communication

      - Teamwork skills

      - Recognizing what each person can bring

      - Setting a good example

      - Praising good performances

* Give us an example of how you have resolved conflict.

      Asthis is a behavioural interview question, you need to find an exampleof conflict that you have resolved. The sort of skills you need todemonstrate in your interview answer are:

      - Fairness

      - Discussing problems with individuals in private

      - Making sure you get to the root of the problem

      - Finding a solution that everyone will accept

* What did you look for when you hired people in the past?

      Thisis a general question. Don't think about specific skills of the job youare applying for. Think generally about the key attributes everyonelooks for in a good applicant. Among others, these include:

      - Aptitude

      - Skills

      - Initiative

      - Flexibility

      - Commitment

 Do you work best by yourself or as part of a team?

 Most jobs require both, to varying degrees.

  Aswith all answers to job interview questions, think about the positionyou are applying for. Are the interviewers looking for a team worker?Did they mention this in the advert or is it implicit in the jobdescription?  If a team player is required, tell the interviewers that you work well in a team. Give an example if you can. You might say:

  "Iprefer to work in teams. I find that better decisions are reached whenpeople work together and share ideas. Of course I'm happy to work alonewhen required too."

 If the job is mostly done alone, you might say:

"Iwork very well by myself because I'm self motivated, organized andconscientious. I'm comfortable working in teams though and recognizethat this is better in some situations".

* What kind of personality do you work best with and why?

  Youwill deal with many personalities in any job. If the interviewers knowthe people you'll be working with, they might have a personality inmind! It's hard for you to know this however so stick to a safe answer.You might say:

"I find Iwork well with almost everyone but who I work best with might depend onthe activity. If it's a project, I prefer to work with someone who'spractical and organized because this is important. If it's leading adiscussion, working with someone who's a good facilitator helps."

* How would you go about establishing your credibility quickly within the team?

Gainingcredibility quickly is important. Make sure you listen, learn,question, understand. You might say: "That's a good question and Irealize it's important to gain credibility quickly. I believe the bestway is to show your colleagues that you respect their experience andwant to learn from them as well as about them. You need to listen, askthe right questions and make sure you understand. If they can see you'llfit in early on, it helps".

* Tell me about a time where you had to deal with conflict on the job.

      This is a behavioural interview question.  Ifyou can't think of an example, it's ok to say so. If that's the case,either say how you would deal with it, or use an example where someoneyou know dealt with conflict well.

          Most interviewers would look for:

          o Getting both sides of the argument

          o Suggesting and agreeing compromise

          o Showing tactfulness

          o Showing empathy

* What irritates you about other people, and how do you deal with it?

      Personal conflict is inevitable in the workplace  Trynot to say that A or B irritates you. Instead, talk about thecharacteristics which you find hard, not the people. You might say:

  "I find I get on with most people so it's not normally a problem. It's rather disappointing when people don't pull their weightI suppose and this has happened. In that instance I spoke to the personin private, explained that they were letting the team down and askedthem to make more of an effort. They did."

"Can you give me some idea of the salary you're expecting?"

is one of those job interview questions that can really get you tongue-tied.

Whatdo you say? Usually, moments later, you realize you've accepted asalary far lower than you wanted. Although you were prepared tonegotiate your salary, you panicked at the last minute and lost yournerve. As you leave the interview room, your excitement at getting thejob is tainted. You can't help feeling undervalued, even a little duped.Ask for too much and you risk looking unrealistic, over confident,maybe even greedy. Ask for too little and you risk undervaluing yourselfand your contribution, and ultimately being underpaid. For many of us,salary is one of the most important factors in taking a job, but it'soften the hardest to deal with.

Nervesgot the better of her and worried about sounding greedy, she suggested alower amount. When she was offered the job, there was the salary shesuggested, right at the start of the offer letter. She wasn't surprisedbut she was disappointed. So how can you avoid this happening to you?

 *Research is essential when it comes to suggesting a reasonable salary.Take time to look though job advertisements for similar positions.Research the WWW or post a question in a forum or on Yahoo! Answers

 Researchthe Company too. A large Company, if asked, will probably have morescope to offer you a better benefits package than a smaller one

* Don't initiate salary discussions or say anything about pay during your job interview unless asked

 *If you're asked for a figure, suggest a range rather than an actualfigure. This gives room to negotiate if a firm job offer is made duringthe job interview

* If you're offered the job and reach agreement on a salary, make sure the written job offer states this amount clearly

* And when it comes to the actual salary negotiation here are 6 essential salary

 *The most important thing to remember when discussing your salary isthat it is a negotiation. Like any form of bartering, the first figureyou mention in the job interview probably won't be the figure you agreeon. But it's a place to start.

* Be confidentabout what you're worth. Recognise that you're bringing something uniqueto the Company, and that you're worth the wage you're requesting. Evenif you've only just finished school or college, you still have somethingunique to offer and it's important to bear that in mind as you thinkabout salary negotiation.

* Remember also thatit's not easy finding the right person for a job. If you've impressedthe interviewers enough to employ you, you have the upper hand andpaying a little more to keep you isn't too big a deal. So ask for aslightly higher salary than you expect.

* If thejob advertisement mentions a salary range, employers will be prepared topay more for the right candidate. If you're a little uncomfortableasking for the top figure, choose one just above the mid-range. Thisgives the impression that you are worth a good wage and is a great placeto start.

 Assuming an advertised salary range of $30,000 to $42,000, you might say this:

 "I'm expecting a salary in the region of $38,000, based on my knowledge and experience".

*Remember that salary is not everything. If the salary is less than youhoped and the Company won't or can't go any higher, ask about otherbenefits which are important to you like training courses, financialhelp with further study and so on.

What specific goals, including those related to your occupation, have you established for your life?

 Iwant to be working for an excellent company like yours in a job inwhich I am managing information. I plan to contribute my leadership,interpersonal, and technical skills. My long-range career goal is to bethe best information systems technician I can for the company I workfor.

3. How has your college experience prepared you for a business career?

 Ihave prepared myself to transition into the work force throughreal-world experience involving travel abroad, internship, andentrepreneurial opportunities. While interning with a privateorganization in Ecuador, I developed a 15-page marketing plan composedin Spanish that recommended more effective ways the company couldpromote its services. I also traveled abroad on two other occasions inwhich I researched the indigenous culture of the Mayan Indians in TodosSantos, Guatemala, and participate din a total language immersionprogram in Costa Rica. As you can see from my academic, extracurricular,and experiential background, I have unconditionally committed myself tosuccess as a marketing professional.

4. Please describe the ideal job for you following graduation.

Myideal job is one that incorporates both my education and practical workskills to be the best I can be. Namely combining my education infinance with my working knowledge of customer service operations,entrepreneurial abilities, computer skills, and administrative skills. Iwant to utilize my analytical expertise to help people meet theirfinancial goals. This is exactly why I am convinced that I would be avery valuable member of the Merrill Lynch team.

What influenced you to choose this career?

Mypast experiences have shown me that I enjoy facing and overcoming thechallenge of making a sale. Without a doubt, once I have practiced mypresentation and prepared myself for objections, I feel very confidentapproaching people I don't know and convincing them that they need myproduct. Lastly, I like sales because my potential for success islimited only by how much of myself I dedicate toward my goal. If anyprofession is founded on self-determinism, it surely must be sales.

At what point did you choose this career?

 I knew that I wanted to pursueinformation systems technology about my sophomore year in college. Itwas then that I realized that my hobby (computers) was taking up most ofmy time. My favorite courses were IT courses. I also realized that Iwas doing computer-oriented work-study that I enjoyed so much I wouldhave done it for free.

What specific goals have you established for your career?

 Mygoals include becoming a Certified Financial Advisor so I can obtain abetter working knowledge of financial research analysis, which wouldallow me contribute to my client base as a better financial consultantsince I would have that extra insight into the companies they areseeking to invest in. Also this is the foundation block to advancing mycareer to portfolio manager or even branch office manager.

What will it take to attain your goals, and what steps have you taken toward attaining them?

 I'vealready done some research on other workers at Merrill Lynch to see howthey achieved similar goals. I know that Merrill Lynch encourages thepursuit and will reimburse for tuition of a graduate degree. I plan on pursuing a MBA to give me an even more extensive knowledge of business and financial analysis.

How did you handle a challenge?

    * During a difficult financial period, I was able to satisfactorily negotiate repayment schedules with multiple vendors.

    *When the software development of our new product stalled, I coordinatedthe team which managed to get the schedule back on track. We were ableto successfully troubleshoot the issues and solve the problems, within avery short period of time.

    * Along-term client was about to take their business to a competitor. I metwith the customer and was able to change how we handled the account on aday-to-day basis, in order to keep the business

Whenyou're asked what your greatest weakness is, try to turn a negativeinto a positive. For example, a sense of urgency to get projectscompleted or wanting to triple-check every item in a spreadsheet can beturned into a strength i.e. you are a candidate who will make sure thatthe project is done on time and your work will be close to perfect.

Weakness

    *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 timemanagement system that really helped my organization skills.

    *I like to make sure that my work is perfect, so I tend to perhaps spenda little too much time checking it. However, I've come to a goodbalance by setting up a system to ensure everything is done correctlythe first time.

    * I used to waituntil the last minute to set appointments for the coming week, but Irealized that scheduling in advance makes much more sense.

Strength

    *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.

How well can you work in stressful situations?

    *Stress is very important to me. With stress, I do the best possiblejob. The appropriate way to deal with stress is to make sure I have thecorrect balance between good stress and bad stress. I need good stressto 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 needsto be done when, has helped me effectively manage pressure on the job.

    *If the people I am managing are contributing to my stress level, Idiscuss options for better handling difficult situations with them.

What’s motivates you?

    *I was responsible for several projects where I directed developmentteams and implemented repeatable processes. The teams achieved 100%on-time delivery of software products. I was motivated both by thechallenge of finishing the projects ahead of schedule and by managingthe teams that achieved our goals.

    *I've always been motivated by the desire to do a good job at whateverposition I'm in. I want to excel and to be successful in my job, bothfor my own personal satisfaction and for my employer.

    *I have always wanted to ensure that my company's clients get the bestcustomer service I can provide. I've always felt that it's important,both to me personally, and for the company and the clients, to provide apositive customer experience.

    *I have spent my career in sales, typically in commission-basedpositions, and compensation has always been a strong factor inmotivating me to be the top salesperson at my prior employers.

Salary Negotiations

Ifyou're asked what your salary requirements are, say that they are openbased upon the position and the overall compensation package. Or tellthe employer you'd like to know more about the responsibilities and thechallenges of the job prior to discussing salary.

 Anotheroption is to give the employer a salary range based upon the salaryresearch you've done up front. Once you've received the offer you don'tneed to accept (or reject) it right away. A simple "I need to think itover" can get you an increase in the original offer.

Andif you're ambivalent about the position a "no" can bring you a betteroffer too. I turned down a position I knew I didn't want, regardless ofsalary, and received three follow-up phone calls upping the compensationpackage.

Negotiating a Raise

Beaware of company policy regarding compensation. Be flexible. Would youconsider an extra couple of weeks vacation instead of a raise? I knowsomeone who's regularly taken time-off instead of money and now has sixvacation weeks a year... Then, ask your supervisor for a meeting todiscuss salary. Present your request, supported by documentation, calmlyand rationally. Don't ask for an immediate answer. Your boss is mostlylikely going to have to discuss it with Human Resources and/or othercompany managers. Despite your best efforts, there may simply not beenough money in the budget to increase your salary or compensationpackage offer. The company may also not want to create inequities bypaying one person more than others in a similar position. In that case,you can at least know you tried. Plus, if this is a job you really thinkthat you're going to love, consider whether the company culture, thebenefits, and the job itself are worth it - regardless of the salary.

What Are You Passionate About?

    *One of my greatest passions is helping others. When I was younger, I'veenjoyed helping mom with household repairs. As I grew older, that habitgrew and I desired to help others as well. I like helping people findsolutions that meet their specific needs.

    *I'm passionate about painting. I take an evening art class once a weekand try to find time each weekend to paint. Painting is a good way forme to relax and even though I don't have much talent, I do it enjoy it.

    *I lost my father to pancreatic cancer and ever since then, I have spenttime volunteering to help raise awareness and funding for cancerresearch. I volunteer for PanCan, the advocacy group, and I'm part oftheir volunteer network. One of the things I'm passionate is to assistin finding a cure, however I can.

    *I'm passionate about making a difference. When I'm involved with aproject at work I want to do my best to achieve success. I feel the sameway 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.

"What Do People Most Often Criticize About You?

There's no on-going criticism. I'm open to personal and professional growth and welcome the opportunity to improve.

I have a teenage daughter - few things I do are okay on her radar screen.

Why do you want this job?

    *This is not only a fine opportunity, but this company is a place wheremy qualifications can make a difference. As a finance executive wellversed in the new stock options law, I see this position as made toorder. It contains the challenge to keep me on my toes. That's the kindof job I like to anticipate every morning.

    *I want this job because it seems tailored to my competencies, whichinclude sales and marketing. As I said earlier, in a previous position Icreated an annual growth rate of 22 percent in a flat industry.Additionally, the team I would work with looks terrific.

    *I well understand that this is a company on the way up. Your Web sitesays the launch of several new products is imminent. I want be a part ofthis business as it grows.

    *Having worked through a college business major building decks andporches for neighbors, this entry-level job for the area's mostrespected home builder has my name on it.

    *As a dedicated technician, I like doing essential research. Being partof a breakthrough team is an experience I'd love to repeat.

    *This job is a good fit for what I've been interested in throughout mycareer. It offers a nice mix of short- and long-term activities. Myshort-term achievements keep me cranked up and the long-termaccomplishments make me feel like a billion bucks.

    *I want this job selling theater tickets because I'd be good at it. I'mgood at speaking to people and handling cash. I would like a job withregular hours and I'm always on time.

    *Although some companies are replacing Americans with imported low-wageworkers, you are standing tall. This company's successful strategies,good reputation and values make it heads and shoulders above itscompetition.

    * I'd fit right inas a counter clerk in your fine drycleaners. I have observed that thecounter clerk position requires competence at handling severalactivities in quick order -- customer service, payments, bagging andphones. I like multitasking and, as a homemaker, I have a lot ofpractice in keeping all the balls in the air.

    *The work I find most stimulating allows me to use both my creative andresearch skills. The buzz on this company is that it rewards people whodeliver solutions to substantial problems.

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