How to Answer Common Interview Questions

Understanding how to answer common interview questions can boost your
confidence and improve your chances of success. Interviewers often use these to
assess both your qualifications and your fit for the team.

1. Tell Me About Yourself:

• Start with a brief overview of your career journey.
• Focus on relevant experience and end with why you’re excited about the current
  opportunity.

1. What Are Your Strengths?:

• Choose 2–3 strengths relevant to the job.
• Back them up with examples of how you’ve demonstrated those strengths.

1. What Are Your Weaknesses?:

• Share a real, non-critical weakness and how you’re working to improve it.
• This shows self-awareness and a growth mindset.

1. Why Do You Want to Work Here?:

• Mention specific things you admire about the company.
• Align your values and skills with the organization’s mission.

1. Tell Me About a Challenge You Overcame:

• Use the STARS method to structure your response.
• Highlight your problem-solving and resilience.

1. Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?:

• Share goals that align with the company’s direction.
• Emphasize growth and a desire to contribute.

Tips:

• Stay calm and think before you respond.
• Avoid generic answers—personalize them with your own experience.

References:
ALIS Alberta: https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/interviews-and-offers/how-to-
answer-common-interview-questions/