1. how have you helped increase sales? profits?
explain in some detail, citing figures and specific examples.
2. have you helped reduce costs? how?
describe in some detail with specifics.
3. how much money did you account for?
give examples as to your responsibilities. explain how the budget was determined, and your role in overseeing your department’s portion.
4. how many people did you supervise on your last job?
explain the structure of your department and your role as manager.
5. do you like working with figures more than words?
be honest but positive.
6. in your current or last position, what features did you like the most? least?
be honest but put a positive spin on your least favorite duties.
7. in your current or last position, what are or were your five most significant accomplishments?
四、针对简历中的内容会提出的问题
1. why haven’t you found a new position before now?
finding a job is easy; finding the right job is more difficult. stress that you are being selective, and are looking for the right“fit.“
2.had you thought of leaving your present position before? if so, what do you think held you there?
explain that your job is no longer challenging and that you feel your talents are best used elsewhere.
3. what do you think of your boss?
be as positive as you can, even if you don’t really believe it.
4.would you describe a situation in which your work was criticized?
be as positive as you can and emphasize what you learned from the situation.
5. what other types of jobs or companies are you considering?
keep your answer related to this company’s field, and don’t give out specific company names.
五、你的工作习惯与方式
1. if i spoke with your previous boss, what would he say are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
emphasize your skills, and don’t be overly negative about your weaknesses. it’s always safer to identify a lack of a skill as an area for improvement rather than a shortcoming.
2. can you work under pressures, deadlines, etc.?
yes, it’s a way of life in business. be sure to cite examples of your success.
3. how have you changed the nature of your job?
explain how you have improved the efficiency, productivity, and the like.
4. do you prefer staff or line work? why?
it depends on the job and its challenges.
5. in your present position, what problems have you identified that had previously been overlooked?
keep it brief and don’t brag.
6. do you feel you might be better off in a different size company? different type company?
it depends on the job — elaborate slightly.
7. how do you resolve conflict on a project team?
explain that communication is important, and that you would first you discuss the issues privately.
8. what was the most difficult decision you ever had to make?
try to relate your response to the prospective employment situation
六、薪资问题
1. how much are you looking for?
answer with a question, e.g.,“what is the salary range for similar jobs in your company?“if the interviewer doesn’t answer, then give a range of what you understand you are worth in the marketplace. check out monster.com’s salary center.
2. how much do you expect, if we offer this position to you?
be careful; the market value of the job may be the key answer, e.g.,“my understanding is that a job like the one you’re describing may be in the range of ______.“
3.what kind of salary are you worth?
have a specific figure in mind…don’t be hesitant