Mastering UK Job Interview Questions

What is a common question asked at the beginning of a job interview?

• What is your favourite colour?

• Can you tell me about yourself?

• How many siblings do you have?

• What is your shoe size?

How should you respond to the question, "What are your greatest strengths?"

• List every skill you have.

• Mention strengths that are relevant to the job.

• Say you have no strengths.

• Talk about your weaknesses instead.

What is a good way to answer the question, "Why do you want to work here?"

• I need the money.

• I like the location.

• I admire the company's values and mission.

• I have no other job offers.

How should you handle the question, "What is your greatest weakness?"

• Say you have none.

• Mention a weakness and how you are working to improve it.

• List all your weaknesses.

• Avoid answering the question.

What is a suitable response to, "Where do you see yourself in five years?"

• I haven't thought about it.

• In your position.

• In a role that allows me to grow and develop my skills.

• Retired.

How should you answer, "Why should we hire you?"

• Because I need a job.

• I am the best candidate for the role due to my skills and experience.

• I don't know.

• Because I like the company.

What is a good way to respond to, "How do you handle stress and pressure?"

• I don't handle it well.

• I thrive under pressure and use it to fuel my productivity.

• I avoid stressful situations.

• I ignore it.

What should you say when asked, "What are your salary expectations?"

• I don't know.

• I expect to be paid fairly based on my skills and experience.

• As much as possible.

• I will take whatever you offer.

How should you answer, "What motivates you?"

• Money.

• Challenges and opportunities to learn.

• I am not motivated.

• I don't know.

What is a good response to, "Describe a difficult work situation and how you overcame it."

• I have never faced any difficulties.

• Describe a specific situation and the steps you took to resolve it.

• I don't remember any.

• I usually avoid difficult situations.