Please provide concise examples that will help us better understand yo
ur capabilities.
１、Describe an instance where you set your sights on a high/demanding
goal and saw it though completion.
Demanding Goal: To design a musical and dramatic show to celebrate
the centennial anniversary of Tianjin University.
The person who reaches this goal: chairman of Tianjin University Stude
nt Union
What I learned from this observation: It is not necessary for a true
leader to be an expert in such a field of his career. But he
must possess the charisma and capacity to drive different people, who
have diverging opinions, or even conflicting interests, to proceed
together to the same organizational goal.
２、Summarize a situation where you took the initiative to get others
on an important task or issue, and played a leading role to achieve
the results you wanted.
The activity I initiated: To organize a group to sing English anthems
on Christmas Eve, visit all dormitories in our university and send
Christmas gifts on behalf of English Association.
The desired result: To broaden the students’horizons about western
culture.
My leading role: Combining the representatives’suggestions with my
idea and drawing the decision on:
*What songs to sing?
*Who could attend the choir?
*Which spots we would perform on?
The result: Many students said that they felt the warmness we sent to
them and they hoped we would hold such activities on next Charistmas.
３、Describe a situation where you had seek out relevant information,
define key issues, and decide on which steps to take to get the desired
results.
Background: I organized the first activity after the establishment of
the Management School English Association.
The desired res1ult: To help the freshmen and the sophomores with their
English while publicizing our group.
Key issue:
*What aspects of the students’ English need refining?
Relevant information:
*What kind of entertainment is popular among students and can also offer
chances to learn English most effectively?
*Which foreign teacher is suitable for this position?
*When are our members free?
*Which place is convenient for most attendants?
*Other related factors, such as availability of the facilities and layout
of the spots.
4、Describe an instance where you made effective use of facts to secure the
agreement of others.
Background: I advanced a plan to found an English garden in collaboration
with the fraternal association in neighboring university.
The disagreement:
*The authority of our university may dissent.
*The cost is expensive, and we don't have enough human resource to carry
on this project.
*There have already been many English corners,so another one is
unneccessary.
The facts I made use of:
*Our dean approves this proposal.
*Our partner is willing to provide financial assistanc,and our members
volunteer to design the details of the plan and implement it.
*A survey has showed that the current English corners did not fully meet
the students’ requirement.
The result: Others were convinced and we founded the English Garden
successfully.
５、Give an example of how you worked effectively with people to accom
plish an important result.
Background: In the military training, we hold a "military songs
competition".
Design: I cooperated with my colleagues to figure out the climax of the
performance, the musical accompaniment of the songs and the whole
arrangement of the narrative poem.
Rehearsal: I worked together with those who were in charge of the
lighting, music and scenes to create perfect artistic effect.
On stage: I reminded my fellows with gestures and eyes expressions.
Also, we coped with an emergency coherently.
The result: Our team won the second prize in this competition.
６、Describe a creative/innovative idea that you produced which led to
a significant contribution to the success of an activity or project.
Activity: To hold a "perspective entrepreneur contest".
The innovative idea I produced: To simulate a board of a company,
in which our candidates debated the feasibility of selling modern fitness
equipment according to the market information they collected.
The result: The contest was hold based on my proposal.
７、Provide an example of how you assessed a situation and achieved good
results by focusing on the most important priorities.
Background: On one morning when our promotion month began for the first
time, I found that the inventories in some department stores were not
adequate.
My assessment of the situation: The four promoting stores were not very
far from each other, and the time they open was different. It was possible
to fetch some stock from another store and make up for it later.
The priorities: To satisfy the stocking demand of the store that had the
largest number of customers.
８、Provide an example of how you acquired technical skills and converted them
to practical application.
Background: In the investigation on customers’opinions about the taste of
a new kind of beer, I found that the questionnaire form was out of date
and limited the responders’choices.
Technical skills: The scientific arrangement of questionnaire form
The result: With the help of the new form, our company obtained more
objectives and effective information..
1. What is important to you in a job?
Mention specific rewards other than a paycheck for example, challenge, the feeling of accomplishment, and knowing that you have made a contribution.
2. Why do you want to work for this organization?
Cite its reputation, the opportunities it offers, and the working conditions. Stress that you want to work for this organization, not just any organization.
3. Why should we employ you?
Point to your academic preparation, job skills, and enthusiasm about working for the firm. Mention your performance in school or previous employment as evidence of your ability to learn and to become productive quickly. If the job involves management responsibilities, refer to past activities as proof of your ability to get along with others and to work as part of a team.
4. If we hire you, how long will you stay with us?
Answer by saying along these lines: "As long as my position here allows me to learn and to advance at a pace with my abilities."
5. Can we offer you a career path?
Reply: "I believe you could, once I know the normal progression within the organization. Can you tell me about it?" The answer may be revealing.
6. What are your greatest strengths?
Give a response like one of the following: "I can see what needs to be done and do it", "I'm wiling to make decisions", "I work well with others," "I can organize my time efficiently."
7. What are you greatest weakness?
Identify one or two, such as the following:" I tend to drive myself too hard", " I expect others to perform beyond their capacities", " I like to see a job done quickly, and I'm critical if it isn't." Note these weaknesses could also be regarded as desirable qualities. The trick with this question is to describe a weakness so that it could also be considered a virtue.
8. What didn't you like about previous jobs you've held?
Discuss the things you didn't like, but avoid making slighting reference to any of your former employers.
9. How do you spend your leisure time?
Mention a cross section of interests-active and quiet, social and solitary -- rather just one.
10. Are there any weaknesses in your education or experience?
Take stock of your weaknesses before the interview. Practice discussing them in a positive light. You'll find that they are minor when discussed along with all the positive things you have to offer.
11. Where do you want to be five years from now?
Saying that you'd like to be president is unrealistic, yet few employers want people who are content to sit still. You might say, "in five years, I'd like to have my boss's job. " If you can't qualify for your boss's job by then, you may not be the fright candidate.
12. What are your salary expectations?
If you are asked this at the outset, it's best to say, "Why don't we discuss salary after you decide whether I'm right for the job? "But if the interviewer asks this after showing real interest in you, speak up. She or he will probably try to meet your price. If you need a clue about what to ask for, say, " Can you discuss your salary range with me?"
13. What would you do if....?
This question is designed to test your reposes. For example: "What would you do if your computer broke down during an audit?" Your answer there isn't nearly so important as your approach to the problem. And a calm approach is best. Start by saying, "One thing I might do is ..." Then give several alternative choices.
14. What type of position are you interested in?
Job titles and responsibilities vary from firm to firm . So state your skills instead, such as "I'm good at figure work," and the positions that require these skills , such as "accounts payable."
15. Tell me something about yourself.
Say you'll be happy to talk about yourself, and ask what the interviewer wants to know. If this point is clarified, respond. If not, tell why you feel your skills will contribute to the job and the organization. This question gives you a great opportunity to sell yourself.
16. Do you have any questions about the organization or the job?
Employers like a candidate who is interested in the organization. so this is a perfect time to convey your interest and enthusiasm.
1. What's your motivation for applying for SISC?
I want to earn some experiences and prepare for graduation the following year. I hope I can become a formal staff of SIEMENS.
2. How do you think a friend or professor who knows you well would describe you?
enthusiastic,responsible,energetic and a good leader
3. How would you describe the ideal job for you following graduation?
The job should attract me and make me work happily so that I can work harder and harder.
4. what are your long range and short range career goals and objectives?When and why did you establish them and how are you preparing yourself to achieve them?
As a student in university facing graduation,I want to be a trainee first. I will work hard on any tiny work and learn how to do a task well from my colleagues. After that,I'm going to do my best to stay in SIEMENS and work harder.
5. Tell me a challenge you had in your work/study life. How did you overcome those difficulties and achieve the goal.
Once my teacher told me that all the students in my class must present a report. But the terminal exam came soon and nobody would present. As the leader of my class,I knew order have no use at all.The report was about political affairs. Therefore I told class the report would in favor of politics exam. Thus all student presented.
6. Interacting with others can be challenge at times. Have you ever had any difficulty getting along with someone at school? Tell me about a specific situation in which this happened. How did you handle it?
In military training days,a classmate refuse tarining for fear of tired. But this could affect our team. It's very hard to communicate with him and puesuading have no use. I was concerned about him every day and erery thing. My meticulosity moved him. He resumed training and we became good friends.
7. Tell me about a situation in which you had to adjust quickly to a change in organizational, departmental, or team priorities. How did the change affect you?
The teacher in charge of class changed when I'm in grade two in university. The previous teacher is a old lady and the following is a young man who is in master syudy. They are very different in temperament. As a monitor, I should be familiar with him quickly. I usually had dinner with him those days. Soon, I knew the way he handle things. Now our cooperate is excellent.
8. Describe a situation in which you saw a problem and took action to correct it rather than wait for someone else to do?
Once I saw a dishonesty in an exam. But teacher didn't. After the exam, I talked with him sincerely and told him the serious result of his dishonesty. He agreed and guaranteed that he would never do it again.
問題一：Could you please describe yourself?（能否請你形容一下自己？）
這個問題，一來是想要了解你是什麼樣的人，二來是想看看你是否知道如何重點式地自我簡介。 在回答時，要針對應徵工作的性質來凸顯自己的特色，可以多用形容詞，並且引用過去的工作經驗，但是不必提及公司組織的名稱，再者，你還可以談談未來的生涯規畫；但如果你是個社會新鮮人，就可以談談在校時的豐功偉業。 比方說，今天你打算去應徵行銷的職務，你就可以說︰ I am creative andmotivated. I worked on several major marketing projects with positiveresults. I am now looking for a challenging marketing position in anestablished company. （我有創意、又積極。曾負責數項大型的行銷項目，皆有成效。我現在希望在一家深具規模的公司內，擔任有挑戰性的行銷職務。）
問題二：Why do you think we should employ you?（你認爲我們爲何要僱用你？）
僱主問此問題，希望你試圖證明自己是最佳人選，並且測試你是否熟悉應徵職務的工作內容。 回答時，要迎合該公司對該職務的期望，不過切記別給人狂妄自大的印象。假設你今天要應徵機械工程的工作，你就可以說︰ I am suitable for the position,not only because I have a masters degree in mechanical engineering, butalso because I have worked in this field for more than five years. I believe that my experience can be put to use in further developing your business. （我很適合該職位，不只因爲我有機械工程學的碩士學位，更因爲我在該產業已經有五年多的工作經驗，我相信，我的經驗可以派上用場，進一步推動貴公司的事業。）
問題三：What classes did you like best back in school?（在學校你最喜歡哪門課？）
此時，僱主想了解你的學習能力，以及你有興趣的專業課程是否跟工作扯得上邊；此外，個人在求學過程的好惡，會反應在不同的工作崗位上。 回答時，一定要表示自己以好學著稱，喜歡學習新知，尤其是與應徵工作有關的課程。假如你今天要應徵會計的工作，你就可以回答 Statistics, accounting and calculus were my favorite subjects because I am good at crunching numbers. （統計、會計與微積分是我最喜愛的科目，因爲我對於計算複雜的數字很在行。）
問題四：What do you think are your greatest strengths and weaknesses? （你自認自己最大的優劣勢分別爲何？）
僱主問這樣的問題，旨在探知你是否有足夠的自我認知，以及你是否是該職務的不二人選。 在回答時，分寸的拿捏很重要，因爲談及優勢時，不希望自己聽起來驕傲；相反地，把自己的缺點一一點出，又顯得自己無能。 我建議各位，不要否認自己有缺點，你可以提出一兩個與工作無關的缺點，再加上與職務息息相關的優勢。 比方說你可以回答︰My greatest weakness is that I value leisure time spent with my family and therefore I treasure my weekends and free time in the evenings. My greatest strength is my commitment to work. I strive for excellence and always try to do my best. （我最大的缺點是我珍惜與家人相處的閒暇時間，所以我很重視週末與晚間休息的時間。我最大的優點是我對工作的執着，我追求卓越，總是努力把工作做得盡善盡美。）
問題五：What do you think are your strongest skills?（你認爲你最強的技能是什麼？）
僱主如此一問，一想了解你的專業技能是否符合職務的需求，二是希望更進一步地知道，你是否能夠評析自己的能力。當回答這個問題時，一定要針對應徵工作的特點以及需要作答，這樣公司纔會認爲你對他們是有裨益的。 假設你今天要應徵客服人員的工作，你就可以回答 My strongest skills are handling complaints with great patience. I think solving customer complaints is a wonderful way to win customer loyalty, and I am happy to deal with any problems people may have. （我最強的專長技能就是耐心地處理抱怨，我認爲抱怨是贏得顧客忠誠度的好方法，我也很樂意解決人們遇到的問題。)
問題六：Why do you want to work for us?（你爲什麼想要替我們工作？）
主管問你這個問題有兩個目的：第一，他們想要知道你對公司瞭解的程度；第二，他們想知道你是否是真心誠意地希望替該公司服務。如果一位潛在員工能夠表現十足的向心力，願意貢獻，得到錄用的機率相對就會提高。 在到任何公司面試之前，一定要事前作好功課，對應徵的公司、與工作內容要非常清楚。提醒各位一點，如果你之所以想要某個職位，是因爲薪水非常高，千萬別在回答時提到這一點，免得僱主會認爲你眼中只有錢。你可以這麼回答： Your company is a renowned leader in the industry and has high growth potential. 貴公司是業界知名龍頭之一，成長潛力十足。 I wish to work for an established company where my talents and expertise can be fully put to use. 我希望在一家深具規模的公司裏工作，這樣我的才能與專長便能完全派上用場。 It seems clear to me that your company can challenge my abilities and provide a good opportunity for professional development. 我深知，貴公司能夠激發我的才能，並且提供我專業成長的好機會。
問題七：How much do you know about our company?（你對本公司瞭解多少？）
其實，這個問題跟問題六有點像，旨在測試你對公司的瞭解程度，看看你在面試前的功課是否有做足，如果你在兩手空空、毫無準備的情況之下去面試，對該公司與職務一無所知，當然被錄取的機率就會相對變低。 在去面試前，有一些功課一定要準備充分：第一，產業趨勢與該公司在產業中的定位，與該公司的基本背景與發展；第二，應徵職務的內容，以及該公司未來成長的方向。 如果你想應徵計算機零件物流方面的工作，你可以回答： Ive read the annual reports of your company of the past three years, and I have come to realize that your company enjoys leadership in domestic distribution of computer parts. 我閱讀了貴公司過去三年的年報，我知道貴公司是國內計算機零件的物流龍頭。 I believe that my management experience will be an asset to your company. 我相信，我的管理經驗對貴公司會是項資產。
面試小技巧 Here are good answers to some of the tougher questions asked in job interviews. If you can smoothly supply answers like these during the interview, you are bound to make a good impression.
1. What is important to you in a job? Mention specific rewards other than a paycheck for example, challenge, the feeling of accomplishment, and knowing that you have made a contribution.
2. Why do you want to work for this organization? Cite its reputation, the opportunities it offers, and the working conditions. Stress that you want to work for this organization, not just any organization.
3. Why should we employ you? Point to your academic preparation, job skills, and enthusiasm about working for the firm. Mention your performance in school or previous employment as evidence of your ability to learn and to become productive quickly. If the job involves management responsibilities, refer to past activities as proof of your ability to get along with others and to work as part of a team.
4. If we hire you, how long will you stay with us? Answer by saying along these lines: “As long as my position here allows me to learn and to advance at a pace with my abilities.”
5. Can we offer you a career path? Reply: “I believe you could, once I know the normal progression within the organization. Can you tell me about it?” The answer may be revealing.
6. What are your greatest strengths? Give a response like one of the following: “I can see what needs to be done and do it”, “I”m wiling to make decisions”, “I work well with others,” “I can organize my time efficiently.”
7. What are you greatest weakness? Identify one or two, such as the following:” I tend to drive myself too hard”, ” I expect others to perform beyond their capacities”, ” I like to see a job done quickly, and I”m critical if it isn”t.” Note these weaknesses could also be regarded as desirable qualities. The trick with this question is to describe a weakness so that it could also be considered a virtue.
8. What didn”t you like about previous jobs you”ve held? Discuss the things you didn”t like, but avoid making slighting reference to any of your former employers.
9. How do you spend your leisure time? Mention a cross section of interests-active and quiet, social and solitary — rather just one.
10. Are there any weaknesses in your education or experience? Take stock of your weaknesses before the interview. Practice discussing them in a positive light. You”ll find that they are minor when discussed along with all the positive things you have to offer.
11. Where do you want to be five years from now? Saying that you”d like to be president is unrealistic, yet few employers want people who are content to sit still. You might say, “in five years, I”d like to have my boss’’s job. ” If you can”t qualify for your boss’’s job by then, you may not be the fright candidate.
12. What are your salary expectations? If you are asked this at the outset, it’’s best to say, “Why don”t we discuss salary after you decide whether I”m right for the job? “But if the interviewer asks this after showing real interest in you, speak up. She or he will probably try to meet your price. If you need a clue about what to ask for, say, ” Can you discuss your salary range with me?”
13. What would you do if….? This question is designed to test your reposes. For example: “What would you do if your computer broke down during an audit?” Your answer there isn”t nearly so important as your approach to the problem. And a calm approach is best. Start by saying, “One thing I might do is …” Then give several alternative choices.
14. What type of position are you interested in? Job titles and responsibilities vary from firm to firm . So state your skills instead, such as “I”m good at figure work,” and the positions that require these skills , such as “accounts payable.”
15. Tell me something about yourself. Say you”ll be happy to talk about yourself, and ask what the interviewer wants to know. If this point is clarified, respond. If not, tell why you feel your skills will contribute to the job and the organization. This question gives you a great opportunity to sell yourself.
16. Do you have any questions about the organization or the job? Employers like a candidate who is interested in the organization. so this is a perfect time to convey your interest and enthusiasm.
Q： Can you sell yourself in two minutes？ Go for it.
（你能在兩分鐘內自我推薦嗎？大膽試試吧！） A： With my qualifications and experience, I feel I am hardworking, responsible and diligent in any project I undertake. Your organization could benefit from my analytical and interpersonal skills.(依我的資格和經驗，我覺得我對所從事的每一個項目都很努力、負責、勤勉。我的分析能力和與人相處的技巧，對貴單位必有價值。)
Q：Give me a summary of your current job description. (對你目前的工作，能否做個概括的說明。) A：I have been working as a computer programmer for five years. To be specific, I do system analysis, trouble shooting and provide software support. (我幹了五年的電腦程序員。具體地說，我做系統分析，解決問題以及軟件供應方面的支持。） Q：Why did you leave your last job？(你爲什麼離職呢？) A： Well, I am hoping to get an offer of a better position. If opportunity knocks, I will take it.（我希望能獲得一份更好的工作，如果機會來臨，我會抓住。） A：I feel I have reached the “glass ceiling” in my current job. / I feel there is no opportunity for advancement. （我覺得目前的工作，已經達到頂峯，即沒有升遷機會。)
Q：How do you rate yourself as a professional？(你如何評估自己是位專業人員呢？)
A： With my strong academic background, I am capable and competent. (憑藉我良好的學術背景，我可以勝任自己的工作，而且我認爲自己很有競爭力。） A：With my teaching experience, I am confident that I can relate to students very well. (依我的教學經驗，我相信能與學生相處的很好。)
Q： What contribution did you make to your current (previous) organization？(你對目前/從前的工作單位有何貢獻？)
A： I have finished three new projects, and I am sure I can apply my experience to this position. (我已經完成三個新項目，我相信我能將我的經驗用在這份工作上。)
Q：What do you think you are worth to us？(你怎麼認爲你對我們有價值呢？)
A：I feel I can make some positive contributions to your company in the future. (我覺得我對貴公司能做些積極性的貢獻。)
Q：What make you think you would be a success in this position？ (你如何知道你能勝任這份工作？） A：My graduate school training combined with my internship should qualify me for this particular job. I am sure I will be successful. (我在研究所的訓練，加上實習工作，使我適合這份工作。我相信我能成功。)
Q：Are you a multi-tasked individual？(你是一位可以同時承擔數項工作的人嗎？) or Do you work well under stress or pressure？(你能承受工作上的壓力嗎?) A：Yes, I think so. A：The trait is needed in my current（or previous) position and I know I can handle it well. (這種特點就是我目前（先前）工作所需要的，我知道我能應付自如。)
Q：What is your strongest trait(s)？(你個性上最大的特點是什麼？)
A：Helpfulness and caring.（樂於助人和關心他人。） A：Adaptability and sense of humor.（適應能力和幽默感。） A：Cheerfulness and friendliness.（樂觀和友愛。）
Q： How would your friends or colleagues describe you？（你的朋友或同事怎樣形容你？）
A： (pause a few seconds) (稍等幾秒鐘再答，表示慎重考慮。) They say Mr. Chen is an honest, hardworking and responsible man who deeply cares for his family and friends. (他們說陳先生是位誠實、工作努力，負責任的人，他對家庭和朋友都很關心。) A：They say Mr. Chen is a friendly, sensitive, caring and determined person. (他們說陳先生是位很友好、敏感、關心他人和有決心的人。)
Q：What personality traits do you admire？(你欣賞哪種性格的人？)
A： (I admire a person who is）honest, flexible and easy-going. (誠實、不死板而且容易相處的人。)
A： (I like) people who possess the “can do” spirit. (有”實際行動”的人。)
Q：What leadership qualities did you develop as an administrative personnel？(作爲行政人員，你有什麼樣的領導才能？)
A：I feel that learning how to motivate people and to work together as a team will be the major goal of my leadership. (我覺得學習如何把人們的積極性調動起來，以及如何配合協同的團隊精神，是我行政工作的主要目標。)
A：I have refined my management style by using an open-door policy. (我以開放式的政策，改進我的行政管理方式。)
Q：How do you normally handle criticism？(你通常如何處理別人的批評？)
A：Silence is golden. Just don’t say anything; otherwise the situation could become worse. I do, however, accept constructive criticism. (沈默是金。不必說什麼，否則情況更糟，不過我會接受建設性的批評。)
A：When we cool off, we will discuss it later. (我會等大家冷靜下來再討論。)
Q： What do you find frustrating in a work situation？(在工作中，什麼事令你不高興？)
A： Sometimes, the narrow-minded people make me frustrated. (胸襟狹窄的人，有時使我泄氣。) A：Minds that are not receptive to new ideas. (不能接受新思想的那些取。)
Q：How do you handle your conflict with your colleagues in your work? (你如何處理與同事在工作中的意見不和？) A：I will try to present my ideas in a more clear and civilized manner in order to get my points across. (我要以更清楚文明的方式，提出我的看法，使對方瞭解我的觀點。)
Q：How do you handle your failure？(你怎樣對待自己的失敗？)
A： None of us was born “perfect”. I am sure I will be given a second chance to correct my mistake. （我們大家生來都不是十全十美的，我相信我有第二個機會改正我的錯誤。)
Q：What provide you with a sense of accomplishment. （什麼會讓你有成就感？） A：Doing my best job for your company. (爲貴公司竭力效勞。)
A：Finishing a project to the best of my ability. (盡我所能，完成一個項目。)
Q：If you had a lot of money to donate, where would you donate it to？Why？(假如你有很多錢可以捐贈，你會捐給什麼單位？爲什麼？) A：I would donate it to the medical research because I want to do something to help others. (我會捐給醫藥研究，因爲我要爲他人做點事。)
A：I prefer to donate it to educational institutions. (我樂意捐給教育機構。)
Q：What is most important in your life right now？(眼下你生活中最重要的是什麼？)
A：To get a job in my field is most important to me. (對我來說，能在這個領域找到工作是最重要的。)
A：To secure employment hopefully with your company. (希望能在貴公司任職對我來說最重要。)
Q：What current issues concern you the most？(目前什麼事是你最關心的？)
A：The general state of our economy and the impact of China’ entry to WTO on our industry. (目前中國經濟的總體情況以及中國入世對我們行業的影響。)
Q： How long would you like to stay with this company？(你會在本公司服務多久呢？)
A： I will stay as long as I can continue to learn and to grow in my field. (只要我能在我的行業力繼續學習和長進，我就會留在這裏。)
Q：Could you project what you would like to be doing five years from now？(你能預料五年後你會做什麼嗎？)
A：As I have some administrative experience in my last job, I may use my organizational and planning skills in the future.
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Here are good answers to some of the tougher questions asked in job interviews. If you can smoothly supply answers like these during the interview, you are bound to make a good impression.1. What is important to you in a job?Mention specific rewards other than a paycheck for example, challenge, the feeling of accomplishment, and knowing that you have made a contribution.2. Why do you want to work for this organization? Cite its reputation, the opportunities it offers, and the working conditions. Stress that you want to work for this organization, not just any organization.3. Why should we employ you? Point to your academic preparation, job skills, and enthusiasm about working for the firm. Mention your performance in school or previous employment as evidence of your ability to learn and to become productive quickly. If the job involves management responsibilities, refer to past activities as proof of your ability to get along with others and to work as part of a team.4. If we hire you, how long will you stay with us? Answer by saying along these lines: “As long as my position here allows me to learn and to advance at a pace with my abilities.”5. Can we offer you a career path?Reply: “I believe you could, once I know the normal progression within the organization. Can you tell me about it?” The answer may be revealing.6. What are your greatest strengths?Give a response like one of the following: “I can see what needs to be done and do it”, “I”m wiling to make decisions”, “I work well with others,” “I can organize my time efficiently.”7. What are you greatest weakness?Identify one or two, such as the following:” I tend to drive myself too hard”, ” I expect others to perform beyond their capacities”, ” I like to see a job done quickly, and I”m critical if it isn”t.” Note these weaknesses could also be regarded as desirable qualities. The trick with this question is to describe a weakness so that it could also be considered a virtue.8. What didn”t you like about previous jobs you”ve held?Discuss the things you didn”t like, but avoid making slighting reference to any of your former employers.9. How do you spend your leisure time?Mention a cross section of interests-active and quiet, social and solitary — rather just one.10. Are there any weaknesses in your education or experience? Take stock of your weaknesses before the interview. Practice discussing them in a positive light. You”ll find that they are minor when discussed along with all the positive things you have to offer.11. Where do you want to be five years from now?Saying that you”d like to be president is unrealistic, yet few employers want people who are content to sit still. You might say, “in five years, I”d like to have my boss’’s job. ” If you can”t qualify for your boss’’s job by then, you may not be the fright candidate.12. What are your salary expectations?If you are asked this at the outset, it’’s best to say, “Why don”t we discuss salary after you decide whether I”m right for the job? “But if the interviewer asks this after showing real interest in you, speak up. She or he will probably try to meet your price. If you need a clue about what to ask for, say, ” Can you discuss your salary range with me?”13. What would you do if….?This question is designed to test your reposes. For example: “What would you do if your computer broke down during an audit?” Your answer there isn”t nearly so important as your approach to the problem. And a calm approach is best. Start by saying, “One thing I might do is …” Then give several alternative choices.14. What type of position are you interested in? Job titles and responsibilities vary from firm to firm . So state your skills instead, such as “I”m good at figure work,” and the positions that require these skills , such as “accounts payable.”15. Tell me something about yourself.Say you”ll be happy to talk about yourself, and ask what the interviewer wants to know. If this point is clarified, respond. If not, tell why you feel your skills will contribute to the job and the organization. This question gives you a great opportunity to sell yourself.16. Do you have any questions about the organization or the job?Employers like a candidate who is interested in the organization. so this is a perfect time to convey your interest and enthusiasm.
面試之自我介紹
1. -您的人生哲學是什麼？-What is your philosophy of life?建議簡短、充滿自信地回答，如果認爲有進一步說明的必要，可具體說明之所以會有此哲學的原因。My philosophy in life is to be honest and faithful. 我的人生哲學是正直和誠實。
2. -健康狀態如何？-How is your health?無論什麼人都比較喜歡健康的人，在同等條件下，會選擇健康人。建議應聘者充滿自信地回答I am in excellent health. 非常健康。
3.關於自我介紹/個人的提問 該問題是應聘者將自身的才智展現在聘用者面前的最好機會。首先，應聘者簡單介紹一下自己的經歷、技術、業績、目標等，然後說明對應聘企業的關係和如何對企業做出貢獻。如果是剛走出校門的新職員，建議強調相關領域的聽課經歷或教育背景。此時，切忌在此類背景上耗時太長，甚至超過對自身的說明時間。另外，即使是有關自身的，也應捨棄瑣碎的往事。 — I’m a production assistant with a B.A. in communications and I have three years of solid broadcasting and public-relations experience. I have extensive experience in developing and researching topics, preinterviewing guests, and producing on-本地 videotapings. I have a tremendous amount of energy and love to be challenged. I’m constantly trying to take on additional responsibilities and learn new things. I’ve been watching your station for some time now, and I’ve been impressed with your innovative approach and your fast growth. I’d like to be a part of that winning team. 我畢業於廣播通信專業，曾擔任製造部門的負責人，擁有3年多的廣播及PR相關經歷，在主持、嘉賓接待、現場攝影方面積累了豐富的經驗。我天生就喜歡工作，喜歡挑戰新的工作，不回絕輔助性職務和學習新事物。我長期關注貴廣播公司，感受着貴公司的創新性接觸方法和迅速成長。如果有機會，我希望能在這樣的廣播公司工作。–I graduated from Duke University with a B.S. Biology in 1997. My past working experiences have given me numerous experiences in customer relations. I consider myself a people person. My communication skills make me an excellent candidate for this job. 我97年畢業於杜克大學生物專業，本人有能力藉助於在前一公司的經驗，與客戶進行業務接觸。我待人和善，而且出色的溝通能力完全能使我勝任這一工作。
–I consider myself to be a motivated and driven person. I believe in a work ethic of perserverance and hard work. I am never a quitter and I never give up until the job is done. I believe that this has earned me respect from my peers. My ｓｔｙｌｅ is showing leadership through example instead of merely words. 我屬於容易被感染的人。我認爲在工作過程中，最重要的是耐性和誠實。我的性格不允許我輕易放棄，在一項工作完成之前，我絕對不會中途放棄。我的這種性格讓我受到了同事的尊重。我的領導風格是行動先於言論，身先士卒。
–I’m an Engineer with a diploma in mechanical engineering and over ten years of design experience in a high volume manufacturing environment. I have extensive experience in plastics and metals along with a comprehensive understanding of computer aided design tools. I have an exceptional amount of energy and love to be challenged. 我是機械學專業的工程師，在製造業擁有10多年的設計經驗。在塑料及金屬、CAD製圖方面擁有豐富的知識及經驗。我喜歡工作和挑戰。
–I am a hard working person, and I think you can see it in my resume. I chose to get a job after high school because of economic situations, but I entered college while I was working. I received scholarship, and I graduated with good grades. 正如我填寫的履歷表一樣，我是一個誠實的人。高中畢業之後，因爲經濟困難，我直接進入社會開始工作。但在工作期間，我進入大學就讀，還獲得了獎學金，並以優秀成績畢業。
在這裏列出一些最常用的句子，要熟讀，在面試中要熟練。看起來很簡單，可是要做到脫口而出，不一定很簡單。
一、 第一句話（first word） 見到考官的第一句話，很關鍵，不用說的很複雜。可以是一個簡單句，但一定要鏗鏘有力。展示出自信和實力。千萬不要來一句“sorry, my English is poor”.常見的開頭有： 1. Good morning! may I introduce myself .. 2. I am glad to be here for this interview. First let me introduce myself. I’m peter white, my NO is …(北大清華等學校參加面試的考生很多，可能對考生有一個編號，說一下自己的編號顯得很職業，也很正式。)
二、作自我介紹–成長經歷（making a self-introduction –developing history） 有很多學校要求做一個自我介紹，這一問題並非在請你大談你的個人歷史。考官是要在你的介紹中尋找有關你性格、資歷、志向和生活動力的線索。來判斷你是否適合讀MBA。你可以先介紹一下成長的經歷，出生地和畢業學校等內容。在這一部分要介紹的有些特色，讓老師在聽幾十個人流水帳式的介紹中增加一點樂趣，就權且當作MBA人際關係管理的第一個挑戰吧！ I come from **,the capital of ***Province. I graduated from the *** department of *University in July ,1997. （很簡單的一句話，一定要發音準確！要把畢業學校的英文準確名字搞清楚了。） 你可以借光一下家鄉的名人，可以用這句高水平的話，展示高超你高超的口語。 You know, there is a saying that “The greatness of a man lends a glory to a place”. I think the city really deserves it. 另外在介紹性格和愛好的時候，適合把家庭介紹結合在一起，可以說父母給了你哪些方面良好的影響。不要流水帳似的介紹家庭成員。可以這麼說： Just like my father, I am open-minded ,quick in thought and very fond of history. Frequently I exchange ideas with my family during super. In addition , during my college years, I was once the chairman of the Student Union. These work have urged me develop active and responsible characters.
在這裏給出描述個人品質常用詞彙的中英文對照，可以參考。 able 有才幹的，能幹的 adaptable 適應性強的 active 主動的，活躍的 aggressive 有進取心的 ambitious 有雄心壯志的 amiable 和藹可親的 amicable 友好的 analytical 善於分析的 apprehensive 有理解力的 aspiring 有志氣的，有抱負的 audacious 有冒險精神的 capable 有能力的，有才能 careful 辦理仔細的 candid 正直的 competent 能勝任的constructive 建設性的 cooperative 有合作精神的 creative 富創造力的 dedicated 有奉獻精神的 dependable 可靠的 diplomatic 老練的，有策disciplined 守紀律的 dutiful盡職的 well-educated 受過良好教育的 efficient 有效率的 energetic 精力充沛的 expressivity 善於表達 faithful 守信的，忠誠的 frank 直率的，真誠的 generous 寬宏大量的 genteel 有教養的 gentle 有禮貌的 humorous 有幽默 impartial 公正的 independent 有主見的 industrious 勤奮的 ingenious 有獨創性的 motivated 目的明確的 intelligent 理解力強的 learned 精通某門學問的 logical 條理分明的 methodical 有方法的 modest 謙虛的 objective 客觀的 precise 一絲不苟的 punctual 嚴守時刻的 elastic 實事求是的 responsible 負責的 sensible 明白事理的 sporting 光明正大的 steady 踏實的 systematic有系統的 purposeful 意志堅強的 sweet-tempered性情溫和的 temperate 穩健的 tireless 孜孜不倦的
三、作自我介紹–職業發展（making a self-introduction –career development） 這是很關鍵的一部分，也是MBA考官會重點考察的一部分。要把工作經歷和MBA的學習以及職業發展方向作爲一個整體來談，讓老師感到你選擇MBA是一個理性的選擇而不是一時衝動，選擇MBA是職業發展中的一個必然選擇，而不是因爲找不到工作。你可以用這些句型： 1、In the past years, I’ve worked at IBM as a software engineer. In my work, I found communication and management is very important. I always believe that one will easily lag behind unless he keeps on learning. So I choose MBA! if I am given a chance to study MBA in this famous University, I will stare no effort to master a good command of communication and management skill.（在過去的幾年中，我作爲一個軟件工程師在IBM工作。在工作中，我發現交流和管理非常的重要。我一直認爲一個人很容易落後，如果不持續學習的話，所以我選擇了MBA！如果我有機會在這個著名的大學學習MBA，我會不遺餘力的掌握溝通和管理的技能。） 2.Held a post concurrently in Zhongxing CPA. from December,1998 to May,1999. and mainly worked on evaluating project finance and made up cash flow tables.（1998年11月至1999年5月在中興會計師事務所兼職，主要從事財務評價 、現金流量表的編制分析和產業的市場調查與跟蹤研究等。）
3. Assistant to the General Manager of Shenzhen Petrochemical Industrial Corporation Ltd. Handled the itinerary schedule of the general manager. Met clients as a representative of the corporation. Helped to negotiate a $5,000,000 deal for the corporation. （深圳石油化工集團股份有限公司總經理助理。安排總經理的出差旅行計劃時間表。作爲公司代表接見客戶。協助公司談成了一筆五百萬美圓的交易。）
4. assistant to manager of accounting department of a joint venture enterprise. Analyzed data and relevant financial statistics, and produced monthly financial statements. （一家合資企業會計部門經理的助理。分析數據及相關財務統計數字，而且提出每月的財務報告。）
5. Production manager: Initiated quality control resulting in a reduction in working hours by 20% while increasing productivity by 25%.(生產部經理：引入質量控制，使工作時數減少了20%，而生產力則提高了25%。)
6. Staff member of Shanxi Textiles Import and Export Company. Handled import of textiles from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan. Increased sales by 25% from 1990 to 1993. Made frequent business trips to these places to negotiate with textile mills. (山西紡織品進出口公司職員。處理從香港、澳門、臺灣進口紡織品事宜。從1990年到1993年增加了25%的銷售額。經常出差到這些地方跟紡織廠商洽談。)
7. Tourist guide during the summer vacation for Beijing International Travel Service. Conducted tours for foreign tourists on trip around the city. (暑假期間爲北京國際旅行社當導遊。負責外國旅客在城區的觀光旅遊。)
8. Sales manager. In addition to ordinary sales activities and management of department, responsible for recruiting and training of sales staff members. (銷售部經理。除了正常銷售活動和部門管理之外，還負責招聘與訓練銷售人員。)
關於過去工作的描述是很重要的，同學們一定要熟記這些句型。要根據自己的工作經歷改造這些句子。 如果你的工作有過比較多的改變，你可以這樣來描述原因： 9. Unfortunately I have had to leave my position, as my employers have been forced to liquidate their business due to the worldwide economic adversity.（很不幸地，本人不得不離職，因這一次世界性的經濟不景氣，使我的僱主不得不結束業務。）
10.The only reason why I am leaving the present position is to gain more experience in a trading office. （本人之所以離開目前的工作崗位，唯一的理由是希望能在一家貿易公司獲得更多的經驗。）
11. I now wish to enter an office where the work requires greater individual responsibility and judgment than here, and where there is more opportunity for advancement. （目前，本人希望進入一家可以擔負較大責任的公司，並希望能提供升遷機會。）
12. My reason for leaving the company is that I wish to get into the advertising business. （本人離職的原因是希望在廣告業方面有所發展。）
13. My reason for leaving my present employment is that I am desirous of getting broader experience in trading.（本人離職的理由：希望在貿易方面，能獲得更廣泛的經驗。）
For the question “tell me about your worst quality”, you can talk about a fault of yours, but one
that you’ve realized and are actively working to overcome. You then proceed to present a
situation where this quality was a problem, but talk about how you successfully dealt with the
problem and are now a better person because you overcame the problem. This allows you to
end the interview question with a positive note about yourself.
The question “what is the one reason why we shouldn’t hire you” has a smaller subset of
“correct” responses that you can use. The most typical reason you can use revolves around the
fact that you are extremely hard working, and your fault is that you are an overachiever, a
perfectionist, and that you expect the best from yourself and those around you.
1. Tell me about yourself:
The most often asked question in interviews. You need to have a short statement prepared
in your mind. Be careful that it does not sound rehearsed. Limit it to work-related items
unless instructed otherwise. Talk about things you have done and jobs you have held that
relate to the position you are interviewing for. Start with the item farthest back and work up
to the present.
2. Why did you leave your last job?
Stay positive regardless of the circumstances. Never refer to a major problem with
management and never speak ill of supervisors, co-workers or the organization. If you do,
you will be the one looking bad. Keep smiling and talk about leaving for a positive reason
such as an opportunity, a chance to do something special or other forward-looking reasons.
3. What experience do you have in this field?
Speak about specifics that relate to the position you are applying for. If you do not have
specific experience, get as close as you can.
4. Do you consider yourself successful?
You should always answer yes and briefly explain why. A good explanation is that you have
set goals, and you have met some and are on track to achieve the others.
5. What do co-workers say about you?
Be prepared with a quote or two from co-workers. Either a specific statement or a
paraphrase will work. Jill Clark, a co-worker at Smith Company, always said I was the
hardest workers she had ever known. It is as powerful as Jill having said it at the interview
herself.
6. What do you know about this organization?
This question is one reason to do some research on the organization before the interview.
Find out where they have been and where they are going. What are the current issues and
who are the major players?
7. What have you done to improve your knowledge in the last year?
Try to include improvement activities that relate to the job. A wide variety of activities can
be mentioned as positive self-improvement. Have some good ones handy to mention.
8. Are you applying for other jobs?
Be honest but do not spend a lot of time in this area. Keep the focus on this job and what
you can do for this organization. Anything else is a distraction.
9. Why do you want to work for this organization?
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This may take some thought and certainly, should be based on the research you have done
on the organization. Sincerity is extremely important here and will easily be sensed. Relate
it to your long-term career goals.
10. Do you know anyone who works for us?
Be aware of the policy on relatives working for the organization. This can affect your answer
even though they asked about friends not relatives. Be careful to mention a friend only if
they are well thought of.
11. What kind of salary do you need?
A loaded question. A nasty little game that you will probably lose if you answer first. So, do
not answer it. Instead, say something like, That's a tough question. Can you tell me the
range for this position? In most cases, the interviewer, taken off guard, will tell you. If not,
say that it can depend on the details of the job. Then give a wide range.
12. Are you a team player?
You are, of course, a team player. Be sure to have examples ready. Specifics that show you
often perform for the good of the team rather than for yourself are good evidence of your
team attitude. Do not brag, just say it in a matter-of-fact tone. This is a key point.
13. How long would you expect to work for us if hired?
Specifics here are not good. Something like this should work: I'd like it to be a long time. Or
As long as we both feel I'm doing a good job.
14. Have you ever had to fire anyone? How did you feel about that?
This is serious. Do not make light of it or in any way seem like you like to fire people. At the
same time, you will do it when it is the right thing to do. When it comes to the organization
versus the individual who has created a harmful situation, you will protect the organization.
Remember firing is not the same as layoff or reduction in force.
15. What is your philosophy towards work?
The interviewer is not looking for a long or flowery dissertation here. Do you have strong
feelings that the job gets done? Yes. That's the type of answer that works best here. Short
and positive, showing a benefit to the organization.
16. If you had enough money to retire right now, would you?
Answer yes if you would. But since you need to work, this is the type of work you prefer. Do
not say yes if you do not mean it.
17. Have you ever been asked to leave a position?
If you have not, say no. If you have, be honest, brief and avoid saying negative things
about the people or organization involved.
18. Explain how you would be an asset to this organization
You should be anxious for this question. It gives you a chance to highlight your best points
as they relate to the position being discussed. Give a little advance thought to this
relationship.
19. Why should we hire you?
Point out how your assets meet what the organization needs. Do not mention any other
candidates to make a comparison.
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20. Tell me about a suggestion you have made
Have a good one ready. Be sure and use a suggestion that was accepted and was then
considered successful. One related to the type of work applied for is a real plus.
21. What irritates you about co-workers?
This is a trap question. Think real hard but fail to come up with anything that irritates you.
A short statement that you seem to get along with folks is great.
22. What is your greatest strength?
Numerous answers are good, just stay positive. A few good examples:
Your ability to prioritize, Your problem-solving skills, Your ability to work under pressure,
Your ability to focus on projects, Your professional expertise, Your leadership skills, Your
positive attitude .
23. Tell me about your dream job.
Stay away from a specific job. You cannot win. If you say the job you are contending for is
it, you strain credibility. If you say another job is it, you plant the suspicion that you will be
dissatisfied with this position if hired. The best is to stay genetic and say something like: A
job where I love the work, like the people, can contribute and can't wait to get to work.
24. Why do you think you would do well at this job?
Give several reasons and include skills, experience and interest.
25. What are you looking for in a job?
See answer # 23
26. What kind of person would you refuse to work with?
Do not be trivial. It would take disloyalty to the organization, violence or lawbreaking to get
you to object. Minor objections will label you as a whiner.
27. What is more important to you: the money or the work?
Money is always important, but the work is the most important. There is no better answer.
28. What would your previous supervisor say your strongest point is?
There are numerous good possibilities:
Loyalty, Energy, Positive attitude, Leadership, Team player, Expertise, Initiative, Patience,
Hard work, Creativity, Problem solver
29. Tell me about a problem you had with a supervisor
Biggest trap of all. This is a test to see if you will speak ill of your boss. If you fall for it and
tell about a problem with a former boss, you may well below the interview right there. Stay
positive and develop a poor memory about any trouble with a supervisor.
30. What has disappointed you about a job?
Don't get trivial or negative. Safe areas are few but can include:
Not enough of a challenge. You were laid off in a reduction Company did not win a contract,
which would have given you more responsibility.
31. Tell me about your ability to work under pressure.
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You may say that you thrive under certain types of pressure. Give an example that relates
to the type of position applied for.
32. Do your skills match this job or another job more closely?
Probably this one. Do not give fuel to the suspicion that you may want another job more
than this one.
33. What motivates you to do your best on the job?
This is a personal trait that only you can say, but good examples are:
Challenge, Achievement, Recognition
34. Are you willing to work overtime? Nights? Weekends?
This is up to you. Be totally honest.
35. How would you know you were successful on this job?
Several ways are good measures:
You set high standards for yourself and meet them. Your outcomes are a success.Your boss
tell you that you are successful
36. Would you be willing to relocate if required?
You should be clear on this with your family prior to the interview if you think there is a
chance it may come up. Do not say yes just to get the job if the real answer is no. This can
create a lot of problems later on in your career. Be honest at this point and save yourself
future grief.
37. Are you willing to put the interests of the organization ahead of your own?
This is a straight loyalty and dedication question. Do not worry about the deep ethical and
philosophical implications. Just say yes.
38. Describe your management style.
Try to avoid labels. Some of the more common labels, like progressive, salesman or
consensus, can have several meanings or descriptions depending on which management
expert you listen to. The situational style is safe, because it says you will manage according
to the situation, instead of one size fits all.
39. What have you learned from mistakes on the job?
Here you have to come up with something or you strain credibility. Make it small, well
intentioned mistake with a positive lesson learned. An example would be working too far
ahead of colleagues on a project and thus throwing coordination off.
40. Do you have any blind spots?
Trick question. If you know about blind spots, they are no longer blind spots. Do not reveal
any personal areas of concern here. Let them do their own discovery on your bad points. Do
not hand it to them.
41. If you were hiring a person for this job, what would you look for?
Be careful to mention traits that are needed and that you have.
42. Do you think you are overqualified for this position?
Regardless of your qualifications, state that you are very well qualified for the position.
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43. How do you propose to compensate for your lack of experience?
First, if you have experience that the interviewer does not know about, bring that up: Then,
point out (if true) that you are a hard working quick learner.
44. What qualities do you look for in a boss?
Be generic and positive. Safe qualities are knowledgeable, a sense of humor, fair, loyal to
subordinates and holder of high standards. All bosses think they have these traits.
45. Tell me about a time when you helped resolve a dispute between others.
Pick a specific incident. Concentrate on your problem solving technique and not the dispute
you settled.
46. What position do you prefer on a team working on a project?
Be honest. If you are comfortable in different roles, point that out.
47. Describe your work ethic.
Emphasize benefits to the organization. Things like, determination to get the job done and
work hard but enjoy your work are good.
48. What has been your biggest professional disappointment?
Be sure that you refer to something that was beyond your control. Show acceptance and no
negative feelings.
49. Tell me about the most fun you have had on the job.
Talk about having fun by accomplishing something for the organization.
50. Do you have any questions for me?
Always have some questions prepared. Questions prepared where you will be an asset to
the organization are good. How soon will I be able to be productive? and What type of
projects will I be able to assist on? are examples.
