Top 30 Funny Interview Questions (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson Every now and then, hiring managers like to throw candidates some curveballs by asking funny interview questions. While weird questions might seem like a waste of time, they really aren’t. In fact, they can reveal a lot more about you than you’d think. By nailing these funny questions, you can showcase your…
Why Are You the Best Person for This Job? (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson Why are you the best person for this job? It’s a dastardly interview question that can be surprisingly hard to nail. After all, you don’t want to come across like a braggart, but you do want to showcase why you’re awesome. That’s a fine line to tread. So, how do you tackle…
Why Are You a Good Fit for This Job? (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson There you are, sitting across from the hiring manager, answering questions like a boss. Then, the hiring manager hits you with, “Why are you a good fit for this job?” Suddenly, you’re dumbfounded – and secretly hoping you didn’t just look at them like they spontaneously grew a third head. After all,…
Top 20 Chick-fil-A Interview Questions (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson If you have your sights set on a Chick-fil-A job, there’s one thing you need to do: get ready for the Chick-fil-A interview questions. After all, Chick-fil-A is a culture-driven company. Its mission and values mean the company, at times, makes choices that other restaurants (like McDonald’s or Chipotle, for example) don’t,…
How to Cancel a Job Interview (Examples Included)
By Mike Simpson You’ve done it. You created an amazing resume and cover letter, capturing the attention of the hiring manager and landing yourself a glorious interview. The only problem is, while you initially said “yes” to the meeting, now, you need to back out. Maybe you landed another job before the interview arrived, or…
How to Answer “What Are Your Hobbies and Interests?” (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson What are your hobbies and interests? Seems like a strange question for an interview, right? After all, what do your hobbies and interest have to do with your career? Well, they can actually have a lot to do with it, depending on what they are. So, are you ready to learn more…
How to Introduce Yourself in a Job Interview (Examples Included)
By Mike Simpson One of the most oddly challenging parts of meeting with a hiring manager is figuring out how to introduce yourself in an interview. After all, the hiring manager has your resume. Don’t they already know a bit who you are and what you have to offer? Why do you need to tell…
Job Interview Preparation: Using the Mock Interview (Questions Included)
By Mike Simpson Did you know that you may only have 27 seconds to make a great first impression during your interview? It’s true. Hiring managers start sizing you up quickly, so seizing every advantage to get your interview right is a must. That’s where a mock interview comes in. With a mock interview, you…
What Are Your Salary Expectations? (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson What are your salary expectations? It’s one of the most challenging interview questions to answer. Not only does it put you on the spot, but it also serves as a starting point for salary negotiations. If you don’t get this one just right, you might end up making less than you could…
How to Negotiate Salary
By Mike Simpson Most professionals understanding that knowing how to negotiate salary is crucial. If you can negotiate successfully, you aren’t just boosting your pay today; you’re increasing your overall earnings potential for the rest of your life. Wow, right? Even knowing how powerful talking about pay during the job search process can be, only…