If an interviewer asks...

If an interviewer asks... "Can you describe your background", which is the most appropriate response?

• Talk about your entire life in detail

• Provide a one word answer

• Give examples that relate to the job

• Talk about your social life in short sentences

If an interviewer asks... "How did you hear about this job?", which responses would be most appropriate?

• "I saw the vacancy on a job site"

• "It was recommended to me by someone who works here"

• "I was scouted by a recruitment agency"

If an interviewer asks... "How do you deal with stressful situations?", which is the most appropriate response?

• Give an example of how you stayed calm and managed your emotions

• Give an example about how you shared it on Social Media to vent

• Give an example about how you shouted and swore

• Give an example where you struggled and had to leave

If an interviewer asks... "Do you prefer working independently or in a team?", what response is the most appropriate?

• I like to be in charge so don't enjoy working in a group

• I am able to work independently as well as part of a team

• I prefer to work alone as I need my own space

If an interviewer asks... "How did you improve your skills, knowledge, and behaviors last year", which three responses would be the most appropriate?

• "I scrolled through Social Media and read the online articles"

• "I listened to several Podcasts by an industry expert"

• "I did some volunteering which helped me develop my social skills in a work environment"

• "I used my free time to research different opinions and perspectives"

If an interviewer asks... "How do you stay organized?", which three responses are the most appropriate?

• "I leave things to the last minute as I thrive under pressure"

• "I create bitesize chunks with clear goals to keep on track"

• "I create a priority list and make a plan"

• "I block out time in my calendar to work on sections"

• "I invite my friend over and look at their answers"

If an interviewer asks... "What are your salary expectations?", which is the most appropriate response?

• "I'll take whatever you say"

• "I am aware of the industry standard and think a suitable amount is..."

• "I don't mind maybe £11k a year? or less if you think that's what I'm worth?

• "This is my first job, but I am brilliant so would take nothing less than £70k"

If an interviewer asks... "Are you applying for other jobs currently?", what should you say?

• "It's none of your business. I'm not answering that"

• "I have applied in a few places, but this is the role that I'm most excited about"

• "Oh, I've had so many offers from so many places"

If an interviewer asks... "You have a gap in your CV. What did you do in this time?", which is the most appropriate response?

• Talk about your amazing social life

• Give examples that developed you as a person

• Say that you did nothing

• Refuse to answer

If an interviewer asks... "How do you handle challenges?", which response would be the most appropriate??

• You accept them with enthusiasm, put forward ideas and ask for help when needed

• You try and find a way to get out of it and pass it on to someone else

• Accept but put barely any effort into it / do it half-heartedly