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Description: . . How to Answer Job Interview Questions in English.

. . How to Answer Job Interview Questions in English. 

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How to Answer Job Interview Questions in English

4 Tips to a Successfull Interview
8 Common Job Interview Questions

In this lesson, you can learn how to answer job interview questions in English.

. . Let’s start with our eight common job interview questions.. 

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Let’s start with our eight common job interview questions.

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Where do you see yourself five years from now?

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Can you tell me about a time when you demonstrated —-?

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Tell me about a time you dealt with a challenging situation at work.

. . 1. Make Your Interview Answers More Concise. What does concise mean?. 

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1. Make Your 
Interview Answers 
More Concise

It means that you don’t waste 
words. If you speak concisely, 
you get right to the point and

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Let’s look at two questions in this section:

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Where do you see yourself five years from 
now?

. . Tell me a little about yourself. Well, I was born in a small town in northern Italy, where I also went to school. I studied engineering at university and then… So, after I graduated… I mean, I did a master’s degree first, but then I worked for a small firm in my hometown for a few years, which was great fun. After that…. 

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Well, I was born in a small town in 
northern Italy, where I also went to 
school. I studied engineering at 
university and then… So, after I 
graduated… I mean, I did a 
master’s degree first, but then I 
worked for a small firm in my 
hometown for a few years, which 
was great fun. After that…

I’ve always loved designing and 
building things, so I suppose it’s 
natural that I became an engineer. 
I’ve worked in a variety of roles 
and companies, which I’ve learned 
a lot from, but now I’m ready for a 
new challenge.

. . Where do you see yourself ﬁve years from now?. 

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Where do you see yourself ﬁve years from now?

There are many things I could be 
doing. I’d like to have, you know, 
some sort of progress… What I 
mean is that I don’t just want to be 
doing the same things I’m doing 
now. I like to be moving forward in 
my career, for example… Err… I 
definitely see myself in a better 
position than I am now.

I don’t know exactly, but the most 
important thing is that I continue 
to learn and grow in my career. I’m 
the kind of person who needs new 
challenges to stay focused. I might 
even start my own business, 
because that’s something I’ve 
always wanted to do at some point 
in my life.

. . 2. Use Signposting Language in Your Interview Answers. 

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2. Use Signposting 
Language in Your 
Interview Answers

Signposting language means 
words and phrases which show 
your listener where you’re 
going. For example, the words 
for example are signposting 
language. When I say for 
example, you know I’m about to 
give you an example.

You’ll see answers to two questions in this 
section:

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What are your strengths and weaknesses?

. . What are your strengths and weaknesses?. I’m very good at working with other people. In my last job, I always tried to encourage my colleagues and create a good atmosphere. I suppose I can be a little bit careless sometimes. I’m not the kind of person who focuses on details. I’m very calm, and I can keep a cool head even in very stressful situations.. 

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I’m very good at working with 
other people. In my last job, I 
always tried to encourage my 
colleagues and create a good 
atmosphere. I suppose I can be a 
little bit careless sometimes. I’m 
not the kind of person who 
focuses on details. I’m very calm, 
and I can keep a cool head even in 
very stressful situations.

Firstly, I’m very good at working with 
other people. For example, in my last 
job, I always tried to encourage my 
colleagues and create a good 
atmosphere. On the other hand, I 
suppose I can be a little bit careless 
sometimes, because I’m not the kind 
of person who focuses on details. 
Coming back to strengths, I’m very 
calm, and I can keep a cool head 
even in very stressful situations.

. . What is your leadership style?. I’m quite a hands-off manager. If one of my team has a project, I’ll keep an eye on things, but I don’t need to be involved in every detail. I’m very approachable. I make sure my team know they can come to me with problems or questions at any time. I like to lead from the front. If everyone’s working late to meet a deadline, I make sure I’m there with them.. 

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I’m quite a hands-off manager. If one of 
my team has a project, I’ll keep an eye 
on things, but I don’t need to be 
involved in every detail. I’m very 
approachable. I make sure my team 
know they can come to me with 
problems or questions at any time. I like 
to lead from the front. If everyone’s 
working late to meet a deadline, I make 
sure I’m there with them.

. . What is your leadership style?. Correct Use of Signpost Phrases. 

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First of all, I’m quite a hands-off manager. For instance, if one of 
my team has a project, I’ll keep an eye on things, but I don’t 
need to be involved in every detail. I’m also very approachable, 
in that I make sure my team know they can come to me with 
problems or questions at any time. Finally, I like to lead from the 
front. That means that if everyone’s working late to meet a 
deadline, I make sure I’m there with them.

. . 3. How To Add Structure To Your Interview Answers. 

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3. How To Add 
Structure To Your 
Interview Answers

We use the STAR method to give 
clear structure to our answers

S - Situation
T - Task
A - Action
R - Result

You’ll see answers to these two questions in 
this section:

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Can you tell me about a time when you 
demonstrated —–?

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Tell me about a time you dealt with a 
challenging situation at work.

STAR INTERVIEW TECHNIQUE
SITUATION
Describe the
situation you
TASK
Describe the
task you had
to do.
Highlight.
ACTION
Describe the
Action you
took.
Highlight.
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•
Challenges
Constraints
Deadlines
Issues etc.
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m work
Leadership
Initiative
Integrity etc.
RESULT
Describe the
outcome of
your actions.
Highlight.
Achievements
Improvements
Cost Saving
Delivery etc.

. . Can you tell me about a time when you. demonstrated excellent customer service?. 

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There was one time when a customer’s order hadn’t arrived, 
and we didn’t know what had happened to it. (Situation)
The customer was very unhappy, and I had to try to solve the 
problem for him. (Task)
I arranged for a replacement to be sent, thinking we could 
find out what happened to the previous order later. (Action) 
In the end, the customer was happy that I could solve his 
problem quickly and simply.  (Result)

. . Tell me about a time you dealt with a. challenging situation at work.. 

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This time, you’re going to try! 
Your answer should be four sentences 
long. 
Follow the STAR method, one sentence 
for each part.

. . Tell me about a time you dealt with a challenging. 

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Tell me about a time you dealt with a challenging

Once, we realised three days before a project deadline that two 
of our teams were using incompatible software tools. 
As the project manager, I had to find a way to deal with this 
without causing any delays. 
I talked to both team leaders and we made a plan for one team 
to convert their work into a different format, with help from 
some staff from other departments. 
It was very close but we managed to get everything done on 
time.

. . 4. Mirror Key. Words: Impress. Your Interviewer. 

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It means using some of the 
same words and expressions as 
the person you’re talking to.

For example, if the interviewer asks you:

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How do you think your values fit our company 
culture?

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I think my values are a good fit for your company 
culture for two reasons. One…

. . Mirroring has several benefits.. First, it keeps your answers focused. By using the same words and phrases, your answer will be relevant.. 

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First, it keeps your answers focused. By using the same words and phrases, your answer will be 
relevant.

More importantly, it shows the interviewer that you’re listening and that you care about the 
questions and the company.

Mirroring is powerful. We unconsciously mirror people when we like or respect them. Using 
mirroring consciously will help you to make a better impression.

You should start by researching the company you’re applying to. How do they describe 
themselves? What adjectives do they use on their website or in their advertising?

Also, read the job advertisement carefully. Pay attention to the words they use to describe the 
candidate they’re looking for.

. . Use these words in your answers. Let’s think about this question:. 

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Use these words in your answers. Let’s think about this question:

Imagine you’re applying to a company which describes itself as ‘innovative’ and ‘forward-looking’. 
In the job advertisement, they say they want someone who is ‘creative’ and ‘flexible’.

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Creativity is very important to me, and I’ve always wanted to work in an 
environment where I can innovate and find my own solutions to challenges. I 
also feel that your company will continue to evolve in the future, and I like the 
idea of contributing to that development.

. . Let’s do one more example. Imagine you’re applying to a company which describes itself as ‘commanding respect’ and which talks with pride about its long history. In the job advertisement, they say they want someone who has ‘great communication skills’ and ‘passion for helping others’.. 

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Let’s do one more example. Imagine you’re applying to a company which describes 
itself as ‘commanding respect’ and which talks with pride about its long history. In the 
job advertisement, they say they want someone who has ‘great communication skills’ 
and ‘passion for helping others’.

Here’s a good sample answer, using mirroring:

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I believe that great customer service starts with good communication, 
which is a strength of mine. I also think that in customer service, you 
need to care about what you’re doing. I care about helping others and as 
such I believe you would find me to be a respectful and effective team 
member who can fit with the established traditions of your company.

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