15 Toughest Interview Questions (and Answers!)

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1. Why do you want to work in this industry?
Don’t just say you like it. Anyone can do that. Focus instead on your history with that particular industry, and if you can, tell a success story.

2. Tell us about yourself.
Instead of giving a chronological work history, focus on your strengths and how they pertain to the role. If possible, illustrate with examples.

3. What do you think of your previous boss?

Remember: if you get the job, the person interviewing you will some day be your previous boss. The last thing they want is to hire someone who they know is going to badmouth them some day. Instead of trashing your former employer, stay positive, and focus on what you learned from him (no matter how awful he really was).

4. Why are you leaving your current role?
Again, stay away from badmouthing your job or employer. Focus on the positive.

5. Where do you see yourself in five years?
There’s really no right answer to this question, but the interviewer wants to know that you’re ambitious, career-oriented, and committed to a future with the company. So instead of sharing your dream for early retirement, or trying to be funny, give them an answer that illustrates your drive and commitment.


6. What’s your greatest weakness?
This question is a great opportunity to put a positive spin on something negative, but you don’t want your answer to be cliché – joking or not. Instead, try to use a real example of a weakness you have learned to overcome.

7-What is your greatest failure, and what did you learn from it?
You don’t want to actually highlight a major regret – especially one that exposes an overall dissatisfaction with your life. Instead, focus on a smaller, but significant, mishap, and how it has made you a better professional.