🤔 The Best HR Interview Questions and their Appropriate Answers
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The Best HR Interview Questions and their Appropriate Answers
1) Tell me a little about yourself.
This is a popular interview question
Sample Answer #1
I am Andrew Bell, a computer graduate from MIT. I like to apply my analytical skills to develop world-class products in the XYZ domain. When I am not working, I volunteer to NGO’s as it allows me to serve needy people. I also travel a lot and an active member of XXX travel group or club through which I could explore my hobby more.
Sample Answer #2
As a technical project manager, I have more than six years of experience at top Wall Street Companies. In a recent company, I led the development of an award-winning new trading platform. I am a person that survives in a fast-paced environment. At the moment, I am looking for a chance to apply my technical expertise and my creative problem-solving skills at an innovative software company like this one.
Sample Answer #3
Since the last 4-5 years, I am deeply involved with my administrative work. I have always been interested and enjoyed working in the computer industry, but I consider myself lucky that I got an opportunity to work at different levels like business analyst, programmer, and assistant manager. My main strength is the ability to maintain a great rapport with the customer and my attention to their details.
Sample Answer #4
I am one of the top graduates of my batch in College. I am known in school as an organizer, having held several committees and organizations since my first year. I am a dedicated person who never stops working on something until it is perfect. It would be a pleasure for me to discuss how I can be such an asset to your company.
2) Why do you want to work for this company?
This is a popular interview question
Following are 4 sample answersSample Answer 1:I would be proud to work for a company like yours with such a long history of leadership in the industry. I have carried out web research and believe that the company’s XYZ products and its future projections are very impressive and promising. The XXX team is the team I would take pride to work with. A place where my skills or background fits perfectly and can be utilized, respectively.Sample Answer 2:Your company made its fortune in making great products that help people do X. But on top of that, it is the kind of place where I can fit in and excel, so I was thrilled to see you have this opening. Your company believes in providing superior service, and I share the same value. It enables me to not only fit into your organization but complement the team as well.Sample Answer 3:
I was delighted to see on your website that your featured employees are talking about how great it is to work for your company. These days so many people seem to despise where they work for one reason or another. It’s wonderful to see that your employees are proud to talk about how much they love their jobs.
Sample Answer 4:
This company is on the list of most admired companies every year. I want to play a role in ensuring this company stays on that list. I want to be part of a company that offers no less than quality in terms of products and after-sales services.
3) Do you consider yourself successful?
This is a popular interview question
Sample answer #1I feel successful with continuous progress. I find it exciting when I am allowed to implement new ideas and see its fruition. I would define my success as I have learned through years and use them when circumstances arise or demand.Sample answer #2I feel successful when I meet my short term as well as the long-term goals. I try to achieve the set goals and work hard as much as I can. I try to reach those goals and achieve the desired outcome. I want to recognize myself as someone with a progressive attitude who does his best and gives 100% to attain goals. To me, success is not just my personal achievements but also by the efforts of the people around me.Sample answer #3
Success to me is knowing that I am excelling in my performance and feeling fulfilled. My work should add value to the company and its customers. Knowing that each day, I am making the world a better place, is a success to me. I would define success at work as what I have learned from key job assignments experiences.
Sample answer #4
Success to me is spending the majority of the time focused on work that is fulfilling and increasing my efficiency to become helpful for the organization growth. While I also believe that greater success can be achieved while working as a team towards a common goal.
Sample answer #5
Yes. During my _ year career, I have learned to set goals and to make sure I meet each of it. I make sure obstacles do not hinder me from reaching my goals, but instead should inspire me to exert more. I believe the new position I am applying for will enable me to reach up higher and be more goals.
4) Are you willing to travel?
Yes. I love traveling. Adjusting to new places and meeting new people would be a delightful experience for me.
5) What are your salary expectations?
As of now, I haven’t thought much about it. I’m more focused on learning the requirements for this position that I am applying for.
6) What would you consider your greatest strengths & weakness?
This is a popular interview question
Sample answer #1
My strength is my ability to convert negative work environment into positive. At the same time, developing a supportive team. I am also capable of keeping many projects on track and ensuring deadlines are met. As far as my weakness is concerned, I get impatient sometimes in order to get everything done very quickly. To tackle the problem, I am trying to re-consider the to-do list and prioritize the tasks.
To seek a good job and build a career in any industry, candidates need to crack the interview and HR round in which they are asked for various interview questions.
We have compiled a list of commonly asked HR round interview questions and answers that an interviewer might ask you during any job interview. Candidates applying for the job from fresher level to advance level job are likely to be asked these HR round interview questions depending on their experience and various other factors.
Following are most commonly asked questions during an HR interview round for freshers as well as experienced job seeking candidates. This HR round interview questions guide will help you crack the interview and help you get your dream job.
7) What motivates you?
This is a popular interview question
Following are 4 sample answers
Sample Answer #1
I am a very result-oriented person. My primary motivation is to achieve the desired result. While I enjoy working on the project on my own, I am particularly motivated by the buzz of working in a team. It’s very exciting working closely with others, who share the same common goal. I also like to take on the challenge and rise to that challenge as part of a concerted team effort.
Sample Answer #2
Primarily, my ability to work hard and delivering result motivates me. But subsequent recognition of my efforts gives me the encouragement for my next efforts.
Sample Answer #3
Responsibility towards work motivates me the most, and my aim within any company is to move up to greater levels of responsibility to achieve each goal with better responsibilities.
Sample Answer #4
Many things motivate me. My goal is to be the best of what I can be, often motivates me to go beyond my own expectations. When I see myself being productive every day, it motivates me.
8) Tell me about your dream job.
The only dream job I’ve always had was a job that keeps me busy, a job wherein I get to contribute to the company’s success.
9) Why did you leave your last job?
I left my previous job because I feel I want to do more, to get hold of a greater opportunity to serve.
10) What experience do you have in this field?
I have created several systems that are still in use to this day. Some of the systems I’m proud which include [mention those remarkable ones
11) What do co-workers say about you?
My co-worker [name] at [company] never gets tired of telling other people how brilliant I am when it comes to [specific task].
12) Why should we hire you?
Sample Answer 1:In my XXX years of experience as a manager, I have built-up solid motivational and team-working skills. I was awarded twice as the manager-of-the-year for my excellent methodologies for motivating employees to encounter challenges and meeting deadlines. If hired, I will carry forward this ability of leadership and strategies to achieve profit gains for this company.Sample Answer 2:The subjects I chose while working for my degree in XXX subject has prepared me for this particular post. Also, my two-year experience working with company X has given me the platform to master the skills that I needed to deliver for this position. It seems as if I was prepared all my life to land this job.Sample Answer 3:
For this particular job, I have the perfect combination of skills and experience that is required. I also bring rich experience of strong analytical and problem-solving skills that I have gained while working with other companies. My dedication to excellent work standards will add value to the team and the company.
13) Are you a team player?
Yes, definitely. While I will deny the fact that I can work independently with minimal supervision, I’m also one companion every leader would ever want to be in his team. Whatever task is assigned to me, I make sure it meets and exceeds what is expected of me. I also make it a point to reach out to teammates whenever needed.
14) What is your philosophy towards work?
I have only one philosophy when it comes to work: every piece of work, regardless of size, has to be done on time and in the right manner.
15) What have you learned from mistakes on the job?
I learned that without proper coordination, even the simplest task could cause problems in a project. I had this problem during my first job. From that time on, I made sure every I think follows every detail and coordination.
16) Describe your management style.
Basically, my management style comes with promptness and flexibility. To make sure goals are achieved, I religiously study and make plans down to the smallest detail. While I do implement a strict sense of being time bounded, I also add reasonable allowances and make room for contingencies.
17) How would you know you were successful on this job?
Being successful means goals that are set are being met. Being successful also means standards are not only reached but also exceeded wherever possible.
18) Are you willing to work overtime? Prepare for night shift and work on Weekends?
I understand that being asked to work for an extended number of hours comes with a good reason in the first place, so I’m ok with it. It an extra effort means something for the company. I’ll be happy to do it.
19) What will you do if you don’t get this position?
I have high hopes that I will be hired. In case it turns the other way around, I would have to move on and search for another job.
20) What have you done to improve your knowledge in the last year?
I have attended several self-improvements, time management, and personality development seminars. I have also participated in training workshops related to [industry].
21) How would you be an asset to this company?
My skills in [key skill for the position] are outstanding. I have earned a lot of awards and certifications from my past employers. As an employee, I handle pressure with ease and can work with minimal supervision.
22) How long would you expect to work for us in case you are hired?
I would like to be in this company for a long time. For as long as management sees me as an asset, I am willing to stay.
23) Describe your ability to work under pressure.
I understand the nature of this position that I am applying for quite well, along with the pressure that comes with it. Being under pressure doesn’t discourage me but motivates me more.
24) Tell me about a problem you had with a supervisor.
I’m sorry, but I can’t recall any instance when I had such a problem with a supervisor.
25) Why do you think you would do well at this job?
Because I love this job, I feel very confident of myself and my ability to deliver nothing short of quality output. My years of experience helped me develop these skills.
26) What irritates you about co-workers?
I always get along fine with my co-workers. I tend to be open-minded and very considerate.
27) Do your skills match this job or another job more closely?
I feel my skills are best fit for this job.
28) What has disappointed you about work?
I once felt that I was not being given enough challenges to work on. I was a bit disappointed because I was so eager to go for more.
29) If you were hiring a manager for this job, what would you look for?
I would look into two essential things: the ability to do the job right and the proper attitude to do it. Skills without the right attitude will not contribute to productive output.
30) What role do you tend to play in a team?
I tend to be versatile when it comes to being a team player. I can act as a leader, an assistant, a communicator, a secretary, whatever role that will ensure the success of the team. That’s because understanding the different roles will allow each player to take on the role of others, in times of need.
31) What was the most difficult decision for you made?
It was a time when I had to choose between joining a group of employees protesting some issues in the company and staying away from the issue. I ended up being a mediator between the employees and our immediate supervisor, and I was glad I made that decision because it all ended well and without further conflicts in the workplace.
32) Are you willing to make sacrifices for this company?
I would be willing to do that to the best of my ability. I can manage personal matters on my own without causing conflicts when management needs me most. However, I will not comprise on my values.
33) What are the qualities do you look for in a boss?
I look at my boss as a person who can easily relate with me, can make firm decisions, and is transparent. A boss with a sense of humor would also be a delightful idea.
34) Are you applying to other companies as well?
Yes. I have submitted my applications in some of the best companies like [….]. Above all, my priority and hope are that I will be able to land a job in your company.
35) Do you know anyone who works in our company?
No. I found your ads in a popular job posting website.
36) How do you propose to compensate for your lack of experience?
I am a quick learner. Every time there is something new thrown at me, I take time to study it at the soonest time.
37) Have you ever worked in a job that you hated?
Not exactly hated. I once had a job that does not exactly match my qualification. Nevertheless, I was glad I took the job because it was an opportunity to learn something new and added to my list of experience.
38) What would your previous supervisor say your best point is?
Some of my strongest points at work are being hardworking, patient, and a quick learner.
39) What is the most challenging thing about working with you?
My co-workers often say I’m too serious about my work. However, I have attended some personality enhancing seminars to blend better with colleagues.
Muskan Goyal
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