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What are the most common job interview questions

What are the most common job interview questions

Looking for a new job? 
How prepared are you for your next interview? 

Interviews whether face to face or online gives first impressions about the candidate. 

The 10 most frequently asked questions during job interviews often focus on understanding your qualifications, skills, and how you might fit into the company’s culture. Here are the common ones:

1. **Tell me about yourself.**
This question sets the tone and gives you an opportunity to provide an overview of your background, skills, and what brings you to the interview.

2. **Why do you want to work here?**
Employers ask this to assess your knowledge about the company and see if your values align with theirs.

3. **What are your strengths?**
This question is designed to identify what you excel at and how those skills relate to the job.

4. **What are your weaknesses?**
Employers want to see your self-awareness and your willingness to improve.

5. **Tell me about a challenge or conflict you’ve faced at work and how you dealt with it.**
This question assesses your problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

6. **Why should we hire you?**
This is your chance to pitch yourself and highlight why you're the best fit for the role.

7. **Where do you see yourself in five years?**
Employers ask this to gauge your career goals and see if you have long-term potential with the company.

8. **Tell me about a time you demonstrated leadership skills.**
This question is used to assess your leadership abilities, even if the role you’re applying for isn’t a leadership position.

9. **Can you explain why you left your last job?**
Employers want to understand your job history and what you're looking for in your next role.

10. **Do you have any questions for us?**
This is your opportunity to show your interest in the role and company, as well as to clarify any doubts you might have.

Preparing for these questions can help you feel more confident during an interview and increase your chances of success.