Tricky Question in the Interview & How to Answer It

Tricky questions during an interview process sometime are asked by the interviewer to know your communication skill and your loyalty to the job. In oder to avoid answering wrong issue for each question, you can learn few questions as described here so that you can be more confident during the interview process.

Tell Us About Yourself!

This question seems very easy but be carefull in answering it because most of the job seeker answer it by describing their name, home address, origin, etc that do not lead to the answer expected by the interviewer. Your answer should be started from your last educational level, career, experience, ability or skill that you have.

Why are you interested to work in this company?

This tricky question asked to find out your readiness in attending the interview process. Prepare yourself by doing research to get enough information about the company that you’ve applied. Now you already have a plus point by doing this which is the initiative point.

Why should we hire you to work in this company?

Try not to answer it in general such as I am a hard worker, self motivated and other questions that are similar. Provide them with an answer that describe the strengths and qualifications you have that can bring positive impact on the company’s development.

Why did you quit from your previous job?

For this tricky question give a diplomatic answer and do not discredit the company where you have worked before, although it is a bad company. Keep providing the interviewer positive answer and don’t grumble about your previous job condition.

What is your weakness?

You should answer this tricky question honestly and don’t forget to explain them the efforts that you have done to overcome the weakness of yours. This can make you look great by finding your weakness aspect point and at the same time you are able to improve yourself.

Tricky questions in an interview process at one side can bring a positive thing for you because you can always “sell” yourself with the correct answer for each question the interviewer asked.