Do you have a job interview lined up? Whether you’re hiring or the candidate, being prepared with the most popular job interview questions will come in handy! Here are 70 of our favorite questions that will help you prepare and nail your interview.
Reasons for Applying to the Company and Motivation
1. Why did you decide to apply to this company?
2. What aspects of this position appeal to you?
3. Why do you believe you would excel in this role?
4. Have you had the chance to review the company’s website?
5. In what ways do this position and company align with your personality?
6. If everything aligns on both sides, when would you be ready to start working?
Previous Work Experience, Challenges, Lessons, and Achievements
7. Why did you decide to leave this company? (Ask separately for each company.)
8. How did you enjoy working at this company? (Ask separately for each company.)
9. What were your responsibilities at this company? (Ask separately for each company.)
10. How would you describe the team and leadership at this company? (Ask separately for each company.)
11. What would you carry over from your previous workplaces?
12. Reflecting on your career so far, where have you experienced the most growth?
13. What has been your greatest professional or personal challenge to date?
14. What is the most significant lesson you’ve learned professionally?
15. What do you consider your most outstanding professional achievement? / Which professional accomplishment brings you the most joy?
16. Have you made suggestions at work for changes or alternative approaches?
17. Which of your previous experiences would be most beneficial to our company?
Teamwork and Problem-Solving
18. What do you value in a work collective?
19. How have you contributed to effective teamwork?
20. What role do you typically assume in a team?
21. Suppose you have a conflict with a colleague. How would you resolve it?
22. Suppose you notice that work could be done more efficiently with a few changes. How would you proceed?
23. Suppose you observe a colleague who is not fully engaged during work hours but claims to be overloaded to their supervisor. How would you approach this situation?
24. When conflicts arise, do you prefer to avoid discussing them and wait for things to calm down, or do you naturally address them?
25. What is your usual method for resolving conflicts?
Emotions and Stressful Situations
26. What brings you happiness in life?
27. What are the primary sources of stress for you at work?
28. What are your experiences with managing stress?
29. Do you consciously work on maintaining your balance?
30. How do you maintain a work-life balance?
31. In the future, would you prefer to experience more or fewer changes compared to your current job?
Motivation and Expectations for a Future Employer
32. How do you motivate yourself / find self-motivation?
33. What motivators work for you? / How should a leader motivate you?
34. What are your salary expectations?
35. What are your expectations for your future leader/management?
36. What are your expectations for your future employer?
37. Considering personality traits, who has been the most pleasant leader you’ve worked with?
38. How do you prefer to receive feedback?
39. How do you give and receive feedback?
40. Are there any specific considerations regarding working hours or location that need to be addressed?
41. What criteria do you use when choosing a new job?
42. Is there anything a potential employer should be aware of when hiring you?
Personal Development and Traits
43. If all obstacles and limitations were removed, what kind of professional life would you envision for yourself in 5 years?
44. Do you have plans for personal development?
45. Have you considered learning something new?
46. How would you describe yourself as a person?
47. Which personal qualities do you value in yourself?
48. What aspects would you like to develop in yourself?
49. What communication method do you typically prefer (email, Messenger, phone, meeting) and why?
50. Would you prefer to work alone or in a team if given the choice?
Remote Work
51. Where do you prefer to work—office or home? Why?
52. How extensive is your experience with remote work?
53. If you’ve previously worked remotely, how was it organized?
54. To what extent did your employer regulate it?
55. What hours do you work from home, and why?
56. What is your workspace like when working remotely?
57. How have you addressed potential interruptions from family members during work hours?
58. How does your family feel about you working from home?
59. What are the pros and cons of working remotely?
Structure and Flexibility
60. If given a choice between a job with clear rules and defined tasks or one with more freedom, uncertainty, and decision-making, which would you choose?
61. Do you enjoy systems and plans, or do they cause you stress?
62. Have you been involved in setting your own goals and those of the company?
63. Have you believed in the possibility of achieving your goals?
64. How do you prioritize tasks? / How do you organize your work when the workload is heavy?
65. Do you have experience working in a company where following written processes and rules was necessary? How did that make you feel?
66. How do you feel when you need to change your plans abruptly?
67. How would you describe a workday that you are completely satisfied with?
Additional Information
68. What other positions have you applied for?
69. Are any of your applications currently urgent?
70. Is there anything you’d like to add to this interview?
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