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Monday, March 14, 2011

IJP interview questions

My list is generic, you may add the technical question related to your work domain.
1. Tell me about yourself: This is the most common questions asked by interviewer be it IJP or general. I was asked this question by my manager even though he knew me for 3 years. The point here is not to know what you have already mentioned in your CV, but to know what you can deliver, what you can do that others cant. Clearly it is an icebreaker but make good use of it and create a nice first impression.
2. Why should I hire you: Next most asked question. Here you have the opportunity to sell yourself to the interviewer. Highlight the your best quality that makes you stand out in the crowd. This is a make or break question, make sure you prepare it well.
3. What are your Strengths: Again you have an opportunity here to showcase your best quality, make sure you choose a strength that suits the job you are applying for. For example, if it is a management position then tell them how good you are interacting with people and motivating them to perform their best. If it is a technical role then highlight your technical competence on the subject. Do back up with an example.
4. What are your weaknesses: Please do not mask this question, I mean hide a strength and potray it as a weakness, like "I tend to overwork and miss my lunch at times". I believe it shows a greater weakness here, 'Integrity'. Tell them about a genuine weakness and also explain what you are trying to do to overcome it. If you can give an example from your past where you have overcome a weakness then it would be fantastic.
5. What makes you angry or irritates you about your colleagues: This is a trick question. Best answer is to say 'nothing irritates you'. You should project yourself as a team player and should be able to work with all kinds of people.
6. Do you have any question for us: The last question from the interviewer. Do ask a relevant question do not let it go. As you are already working in this company and it is an IJP, safe question here would be to clarify the company's vision and future prospect. Don't ask something that you are supposed to know.

More questions upcoming.....

5 comments:

  1. There is no right or wrong answers and the best answer is one framed by you as per the situation and your job profile. Take your time to ponder and come up with the best answer.

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