Comparison of classic correct and incorrect answers in interviews at Fortune 500 companies! look at your weaknesses

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Question 1 Why do you think you can achieve in this position? Analysis This is a fairly broad question that gives job seekers an opportunity to demonstrate their enthusiasm and desire for a challenge. The answer to this question will provide the interviewer with key information in determining whether the candidate is motivated and confident enough for the position. Wrong answer I don't know. I'm good at many things. If I could get and decide to take this job, I'm sure I could do a pretty good job at it because I've been very successful in the past. Comments Although this answer may sound acceptable on the surface, it falls short in several respects. First, the language is weak. Phrases like "good at a lot of things" and "pretty good" don't reflect your aggressiveness, and if you don't show enough aggressiveness, you'll have a hard time getting into the best companies. Additionally, tying everything they have done in the past to this position means that the candidate does not have enough desire to achieve and real enthusiasm for this specific position. Correct answer From my experience, this is the best job for me in my career. I have been studying this field and paying attention to your company for several years, and I have always hoped to have such an interview opportunity. I have the necessary skills (tell a simple story to illustrate), I am a perfect fit for this position, and I can actually do the job well. Comment This is a powerful answer because it tells the interviewer that the candidate has the skills and knowledge to do the job. The story he tells demonstrates the candidate's skills and validates his original statement. Finally, the applicant expresses a desire to "do the job well," which proves that he has the enthusiasm and aggressiveness for the job. Question 2 What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses? How will these strengths and weaknesses affect your performance in the business? The biggest pitfall in analyzing this question is that the first question is actually two questions, plus a follow-up question. The trap with these two questions is not whether you can take your strengths seriously, nor whether you can correctly understand your weaknesses. Remember, your answers not only explain your strengths and weaknesses to the interviewer, but also generally demonstrate your values ​​and your perception of your worth. Wrong answer In terms of strengths, I really can't find anything that stands out. I think my skills are very broad. As for weaknesses, I think if a project drags on for too long, I might get bored. The biggest problem with commenting on this response is that the candidate is actually refusing to answer the first part of the question. The answer to the second part hints at a possible lack of enthusiasm on the part of the candidate. In addition, based on the answers to the first two parts of this question, it is difficult for job seekers to give satisfactory answers to the following questions. Correct answer In terms of strengths, I believe that my greatest strength is that I have a highly rational mind that can sort things out from chaos. My biggest weakness is that I may not have enough patience for those who have no sense of order. I believe that my organizational skills can help companies achieve their goals faster, and sometimes, my ability to handle complex problems can also influence my colleagues. Comment: This answer kills three birds with one stone. First, it really shows the candidate’s greatest strengths. Second, the weaknesses it expresses can actually be easily understood as strengths. Finally, it points out the candidate's strengths and weaknesses as a benefit to the business and other employees. Question 3. Has a professor or consultant ever put you in an embarrassing situation and made you feel unconfident? How do you respond in this situation? Analysis: This question tests the applicant's ability to work in an unfamiliar field. Through this question, the interviewer can understand the applicant's willingness and ability to solve problems when the tasks given exceed his current ability level. Wrong answer I believe it's important to question authority, but I can't possibly learn everything in school. Many people think they know the answers to all their questions, but in fact they don’t understand what’s going on in the real world. You know, that's all ivory tower stuff. The biggest problem with this type of response is that the candidate takes the focus of the question away from themselves. Serious interviewers don't care about your views on higher education. What they want to know is how you would handle the situation given in the question. Another disadvantage of this answer is that it will make the interviewer doubt your willingness to obey the leadership. Correct answer During the years I was a student, I tried my best to learn as much as I could * Knowledge, often choose some unfamiliar courses, so they are often questioned by professors. Whenever I feel like I know very little about a subject, I try to anticipate questions and prepare myself to answer them. When I'm stumped, I make as scientific a guess as I can, admit what I don't know, and start learning from where I don't know. * . (If possible, give me an example...) The best thing about commenting on this kind of answer is that it clearly demonstrates that the candidate will face tough situations with positivity. It also shows that the candidate has ambition and a clear attitude, and knows how to deal with bizarre and ambiguous problems. Question 4 Have you ever received grades lower than your expectations? If so, how did you deal with it? Analysis of the answer to this question can reveal not only the enthusiasm and aggressiveness of the job seeker, but also whether the job seeker is willing to fight for a certain cause and whether he is willing to fight for fairness. Wrong answer: I remember one time, when I thought I should have gotten a B but got a C, I went to the counselor and he showed me my scores in each category - I was on the verge of a C but clearly a C. I was happy to check it out rather than accept a given score. Comment This question starts off as a good answer but ends up being less than satisfactory. From the initial appearance, the candidate seemed willing to get to the bottom of it. But later it became clear that he or she made no attempt to change. Correct Answer I once had a memorable experience with a professor who studied earth sciences. This person has always been known for favoring science students, and I am not a science student. All the non-science students in our class felt that he had very unrealistic expectations of our knowledge base. Because of his bias, most of these non-science students did not perform well. Even though I was doing reasonably well, I joined other students in sending a statement to the department head suggesting that the school review his teaching methods. Commenting on this response demonstrates the candidate's ability to overcome difficult situations and come out on top. Such an answer may also indicate that this candidate places a high value on fairness. It also shows that job seekers care deeply about collective interests. Question 5: Do you plan to continue your studies for job promotion? Analyzing this is a simple question that can be used to gauge your ambition and determine whether how much a company values ​​you affects how much you value your future. Wrong answer I don't know. I have a bachelor's degree in management and I consider myself well educated. I feel actual work experience is more valuable than what I learned in school. Comment: Although the applicant attempts to reflect his positive side through this answer, and such an answer may indirectly please the interviewer to some extent (the interviewer is part of the "real job"), it does not reflect the applicant's willingness to pursue advancement at all. Therefore, depending on the information expressed by the applicant, if you meet an optimistic interviewer, he or she will think that you lack ambition, and if you meet a pessimistic interviewer, he or she may think that you are conceited. Correct answer: As a college student, the copyright of "Fortune 500 Interview Questions and Response Comments" belongs to the author. ； Please indicate the source when reprinting! I learned a lot. I would certainly consider furthering my studies if the right opportunity arose. However, I will seriously consider this matter. I think many people go back to school to learn * It's very blind. If I find that the work I do is truly valuable and that I need more education to excel in this field, I will certainly not hesitate to learn * . Question 6 What competitive activities have you participated in? Are these activities worth it? Analysis can reflect your adaptability to the competitive environment and your self-confidence by investigating the actual competitive scenarios you have experienced. When competition is a key factor, it's a great opportunity to discuss group activities or corporate business. Wrong Answer At my core, I am a very competitive person. I think in everything I've ever done, I've actually adopted a competitive attitude. After all, that’s how you can survive in the highly competitive corporate world, right? Candidates who comment like this have read too many stories about sharks and Hans, and his response makes it sound like it's either you or me in the corporate world. Although the business world is highly competitive, people in business resent being viewed as ferocious barracudas. Correct answer I enjoy group sports and I always try my best to participate in these activities. I used to play basketball a lot, and I still play sometimes now. Working with a group, working towards a common goal, competing to win... these things are really exciting. Comments like this show that the job seeker is able to put the competition in perspective. This means that he or she is able to use competitive forces to outperform the competition without destroying the work of colleagues. Question 7 How do you influence others to accept your views? Analyzing your answers will tell the interviewer, first and foremost, how you feel about influencing others. Secondly, how much ability do you have to influence others? Wrong answer Generally, it depends on the value of the idea. If it's a good idea and the people I'm dealing with are reasonable, then, generally, it won't be too hard to get people to accept my idea. The problem with this response is that it doesn't address the actual problem. This question essentially asks how you deal with people who disagree with you. This answer shows that you are willing to work in a harmonious working environment and do not like a disharmonious working environment. Correct Answer This is an area that I have been exploring very hard over the years. People sometimes don't accept good ideas, even great ones. I now recognize the fact that the way you express your ideas is just as important as the ideas themselves. When I try to influence others, I generally put myself in their shoes and allow myself to see things from their perspective. I was then able to present my ideas to them in a way that was more likely to be successful. Comments First, this answer shows that you understand the complexity of interpersonal communication and the difficulty of getting others to change their opinions. Secondly, this answer also shows that you understand the importance of using strategies when influencing others and that you are able to use reasonable methods to persuade others. Finally, this answer also demonstrates that you understand that in difficult communication situations, how you communicate is just as important as what you communicate. Question 8 What experience do you have in giving oral presentations? How would you rate your oral expression skills? Analyzing this question is designed to test your public speaking skills and also to understand your self-evaluation of your speaking ability. Wrong answer I think everyone gets nervous giving presentations, I can do oral presentations but let’s be honest, people don’t always want to listen. I think sometimes it's better to give people paper information and then answer their questions. Comments like this clearly indicate that your ability in this area is lacking. It not only means that you don't like oral expression, but it also means that you are unwilling to improve your oral expression skills. Correct Answer I once saw an article that said public speaking is the thing Americans fear most. I realized that if most people were afraid of public speaking, I would be able to give myself a leg up on the competition by overcoming my own fears and mastering the skills of oral presentation. So I gave presentations at every opportunity, and I found that the more presentations I gave, the more comfortable I became with them—and the better I got at them. Comment This is a great answer. Because it specifically illustrates your abilities in this area, and it also shows that you are continuing to work on improving your presentation skills. By acknowledging that oral presentations are complex, the candidate is demonstrating both honesty and integrity. Question 9 How do you compare your verbal and writing skills? Analysis: This is a hidden murderous problem. Whenever you are asked a question comparing two things, you must be careful. Questions like this usually ask you to talk about your weaknesses. Wrong answer (any answer that shows you are better at one skill than another) Comment that you fell into a trap. Correct answer Judging from the current situation, companies are paying more and more attention to the abilities of their employees and hope that they can be clear and unambiguous in both oral and written expressions. I always take advantage of opportunities to improve my oral communication and written expression skills. I believe that both of these skills are extremely important and should be possessed by anyone who wants to be successful in the corporate world. Comments like this avoid the trap of being perceived as weak in some way. It also shows that you understand the importance of effective communication skills. More importantly, it reassures the interviewer that you have a solid foundation in the general skills that any business will need. Question 10 What do you least like about writing professional papers? Analyzing this question can determine whether you are willing to conduct research, discover information and find solutions to difficult problems. Wrong Answer What I worry about most is doing a research topic that doesn’t interest me. I don't mind carrying out research work if the research topic interests me. But many times, the results obtained from research cannot be applied in practice. Comments Although many readers may agree with this answer, it may not satisfy the interviewer. Many job tasks are monotonous and tedious, and it can be uncomfortable to hear candidates express a dislike for boring tasks. Correct Answer If I work hard, I will find that there is an infinite amount of information on a given topic. I think the hardest part is deciding when you have enough information to start writing a paper. Commenting on this response indicates that the candidate understands the significance of research and is willing to engage in research work. It also shows that the candidate is able to investigate in depth and that the candidate is competent in writing a written essay. Comments like these show the candidate's ambition, enthusiasm, and drive. It also shows that the job seeker has a unique mind and is very serious about major career decisions.