When hiring managers ask you, “Why do you want to work here?” They are
trying to determine if you would fit in at the company and if you would add value to their existing team
. An engaged employee that is aligned with the company’s mission and values will be more productive and stay at the company longer.
Why do you want to work for this company?
“I see this opportunity as a way to contribute to an exciting/forward-thinking/fast-moving company/industry, and I feel I can do so by/with my … ” “I
feel my skills
are particularly well-suited to this position because … ”
Why do you want this job best answer?
“In my career, I am sure of one thing and that is I want to build a
decent career
in my current domain. My present job has shown me the path to move and attain what has been my long-term career objective. I have acquired necessary skills to some extent as well as have got accustomed to the corporate way of working.
Why do you want this job and why should we hire you?
“Honestly,
I possess all the skills and experience that you’re looking for
. I’m pretty confident that I am the best candidate for this job role. It’s not just my background in the past projects, but also my people skills, which will be applicable in this position.
Why are you applying for this job?
First, they
want to make sure you’ve done your research and know what their job involves
. And second, they want to see if you’ve thought about your own career and know what you’re looking for. … They want someone who’s thought about their career goals and wants a specific type of job (or at least a few different types).
Why are you interested in this job?
Example: “I’m interested in this job because I can see that, in this role,
my skills could help solve this problem within
your company. I also see an opportunity for me to learn and grow these skills, so we both would benefit personally, professionally, and financially.
What are your weaknesses?
- Leaving projects unfinished.
- Providing too much detail in reports.
- Shifting from one project to another (multitasking)
- Taking credit for group projects.
- Taking on too many projects at once.
- Taking on too much responsibility.
- Being too detail-oriented.
What attracted you to apply for this position?
- Former Experience and Future Plans. Your experience and plans for new experiences should be a big part of your answer. …
- Knowledge of the Company. Your knowledge of the company should also be a decent part of your response. …
- Knowledge of the Role.
What is your weakness best answer?
To properly answer this dreaded interview question, remember:
Focus on being self-aware, honest, and dedicated to improvement
. If you’ve got these three qualities, your weakness won’t ruin your chances of landing the job. Try to reflect on your real weaknesses and what you’re doing to improve.
What are your strengths?
In general, your
strengths should be skills that can be supported through experience
. For example, if you list communication as a strength, you may want to recall a situation in which you used communication to reach a goal or resolve a problem.
Can you tell me about yourself sample answer?
I’ve worked hard in my education and now I’m ready to apply my knowledge into practice. While I don’t have any real-life work experience, I’ve had a lot of exposure to the business environment. A lot of my courses involved working with real companies to solve real problems.
How do you answer why do I want this job?
‘I see the role as a way of developing my career in a forward-thinking/well-established company/industry as…’ ‘
I feel I will succeed in the role
because I have experience in/softs skills that demonstrate/ I’ve taken this course…’ ‘I believe my skills are well-suited to this job because…”
What are the 3 main reasons to consider when applying for a new job?
- You are looking for a bigger or smaller company. …
- You want better long-term prospects. …
- Ethical reasons to look for a new job. …
- Location. …
- Personal reasons. …
- Dissatisfaction with your current job. …
- Seeking a new opportunity.
What attracted you to our company?
They include
employee satisfaction
– what the company can do for your career progression- how the company allows you to pursue your goals- and any opportunities the company provides for a work-life balance.
What abilities should a person have for this job?
- Positive attitude. Being calm and cheerful when things go wrong.
- Communication. You can listen and say information clearly when you speak or write.
- Teamwork. …
- Self-management. …
- Willingness to learn. …
- Thinking skills (problem solving and decision making) …
- Resilience.
