Commonly Asked Questions
This question reveals your characteristics (leader, team member, strong-willed, independent... etc.)
If you were an animal, what animal would you be?
Sit up straight
Posture
Show you're friendly and want to be there
Smile
What people say when they don't know (to fill the silence)
"uh" "um" & say "like" too much
Bad posture
Lay back, sprawl out
The question reveals something(s) you're really good at
What are your greatest strengths?
Show your interest and be inquisitive...
Ask questions
What to say when you're thinking
Phrases like "that's a good question" and "I haven't considered that before" etc.
When you get nervous and move too much
Fiddle with hair/clothing/jewelry
When you're trying too hard to impress someone
Try to be someone you're not
This question reveals something(s) you're not the best at
What are your greatest weaknesses?
Impress them with your manners and ask...
Ask to take a seat
What you do when you don't understand
Ask for clarification
Showing TOO much that you're listening
Just repeating their questions every time
When you can't keep your focus
Get distracted
This question asks about your future
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Maintain not too much not too little of this
Eye contact
Show your competency and preparedness by...
Being prepared and for higher-level interviews bringing your resume and cover letter
When you try too hard to impress someone by using fancy words
Use unfamiliar vocabulary
When you dress to impress in a style that is not you or isn't comfortable
Wear clothing that is uncomfortable
This question is the main focus of the interview and allows you to sell yourself
Why should I hire you?
What to do instead of saying "um"
Take and utilize pauses
Most importantly but also difficult for fidgety people...
Use nervous energy positively!
Say something isn't your fault
Blame others for your mistakes/choices, etc.
Show disinterest
Act like you don't care