Interview Question and Answer: What Can You Bring to This Role?

The video provides guidance on answering competency-based interview questions, emphasizing the importance of relevance and preparation. It outlines a structured approach to crafting responses, highlighting the need to include both hard and soft skills. The video also discusses the potential benefits and risks of presenting new ideas during an interview, advising candidates to tailor their responses to the job description and company culture.

What is the primary purpose of competency-based interview questions?

• To assess a candidate's personality

• To evaluate a candidate's ability to perform in key areas of the job

• To determine a candidate's salary expectations

• To understand a candidate's educational background

When preparing for an interview, why is it important to focus on essential skills?

• To impress the interviewer with your hobbies

• To ensure your skills align with the job requirements

• To show your interest in the company's history

• To discuss your future career plans

What is a transferable skill?

• A skill that is specific to one job

• A skill that can be applied in various roles and industries

• A skill that is not relevant to the job

• A skill that is only learned through formal education

What should be the first component of your structured interview answer?

• A list of your previous job titles

• A summary of the company's achievements

• Your motivation for the role

• A detailed explanation of your educational background

Which of the following is considered a hard skill?

• Teamwork

• Adaptability

• Project management

• Empathy

Why might it be risky to present a new idea during an interview?

• It might show a lack of interest in the role

• It may indicate a lack of preparation

• It might suggest you are not a team player

• It could be seen as overstepping if the role doesn't value ambition

What is a key benefit of preparing thoroughly for an interview?

• It allows you to memorize your answers

• It helps you to be more confident and stand out from other candidates

• It ensures you can negotiate a higher salary

• It guarantees you will get the job