Top 10 Interview Questions and Best Answers

Read through the most frequently asked interview questions and sample answers and prepare your answers based on your experience, skills and interests. Remember that showing that you are the best candidate for the job is more important than providing the "right" answer.

Please introduce yourself.

This is probably one of the first questions asked. Be prepared to talk about yourself and why you are an ideal candidate for the position. Interviewers want to know why you're the perfect fit for the job.

Try to answer the questions about yourself without giving out too much or too little personal information. You can start by sharing personal interests and experiences that are not directly related to work. For example: A short description of your favorite hobbies or where you grew up, your education, or your motivations.

What makes you the best choice for the job? Are you the best choice for the job? 

The recruiter wants to know if you have all the required qualifications. Please be happy to explain why you are the candidate to be hired.

Answer in a to-the-point sales tone that is confident, concise, and explains what you have to offer and why you should get the job.

This is a good time to review the job posting's qualifications and requirements so that you can craft an answer that matches what the interviewer is looking for.

Why do you want this job? Why are you good for the job? What will you achieve if you are hired? 

This interview question gives the interviewer a chance to show what you know about the job and the company, so take the time to thoroughly research the company, its products, services, culture, and mission beforehand. 

Please elaborate on why you are a good fit for this role, and mention aspects of the company and the position that appeals most to you.

How did your experience help you in this role? 

To prepare your answer, make a list of the most relevant qualifications and compare them to the requirements stated in your job description.

It is important to explain how your experience will benefit the employer if you are hired. You can use the STAR interview method to prepare examples to share with interviewers. You don't have to memorize the answers, but feel free to share what you've accomplished in your previous roles.

Why are you quitting (or quitting) your job?

Please prepare an answer for this question. You need to provide answers that are honest and reflect your particular situation, but remain positive. Even if you resign under difficult circumstances, now the interviewer will interpret you as having too much information. Not the best time to tell you that there is a chance.

The interviewer wants to know why you left your job and why you want to work for his company. If you are asked why you are leaving your current job, stick to the facts, answer candidly, and focus on the future.

What is your number one strength? 

When asked about your greatest strengths, it's important to discuss the qualities that make you a good candidate for that particular position and what sets you apart from other candidates.

When answering this question, remember to 'show' not 'tell'. For example, instead of claiming that you are a good problem solver, tell a story that demonstrates this, ideally accompanied by anecdotes from your professional experience.

What is your greatest weakness?

Another typical question interviewers ask is about your weaknesses. Do your best to frame your responses based on the positive aspects of your skills and abilities as an employee, and turn obvious “weaknesses” into strengths.

This question is your opportunity to show the recruiter that you are a good fit for the position. Recruiters want to know not only if you have the right skills, but also if you're up for the challenge and learning new roles.

You can share examples of improved skills and provide specific examples of how you identified weaknesses and acted to correct them.

How do you deal with stress and pressure?

What should I do if things go wrong? How do you handle difficult situations? Employers want to know how you deal with stress at work.

Do you perform well in stressful situations? Do you thrive under pressure, or do you prefer a more modest job? What do you do when something goes wrong?

The best way to answer this question is to give an example of how you successfully managed stress in your previous position. Avoid claiming to never or rarely experience stress. Instead, frame your response in a way that identifies stress at work and describes how you overcame it or used it to your advantage.

What is your desired salary? What are you looking for in terms of salary? 

Money questions are always difficult to answer. You don't want to undervalue yourself or devalue yourself from a job offer. Some jurisdictions don't allow employers to ask about your salary history by law.

Do research prior to the meeting, so we can provide a salary (or salary range) if requested. There are several free online payroll tools that can give you a reasonable range based on job title, employer, experience, skills and location.

What are your future goals? Are you a job hopper? 

Or do you plan to stay with the company at least for a while? Where do you envision your career? Do your future plans align with the career path of someone who is typically hired for this position? 

It's from When answering, focus on the job and company, and reiterate to the interviewer that the position aligns with your long-term goals.