Interview questions for Hr ( part-2)


1. Tell me something about yourself in brief?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions during an HR round interview
Thank you, Sir/Ma’am for this opportunity. I am from XYZ City and belong to a nuclear family. My father is a Central Government Employee and my mother is a Vice Principal at a private school. My younger sister will appear her CBSE 10th board this year. We are a very close-knit family. On an individual front, I perceive myself as a confident, conscientious and hardworking individual. I have also been a good mentor to my juniors and never hesitate to guide them. On the other hand, I am a creative person and I love to test my boundaries.

2. What are your goals?

My short-term goal is to get a job in an esteemed organization from which I can enhance my skills and practical knowledge.

And my long-term goal is to achieve a respectable position in the same organization.

3. What are your strong points? or What are your strengths?

I have the requisite skills to make your risk worth it. Chatting less and letting my work do the talking, is my motto. In the past, whatever project was assigned to me was delivered on time and also at par with all the quality standards. Or you might think that since I have never worked in my life, and this is only my first job, my inexperience is my weakness. But I beg to differ. I am a fast learner and very open minded.

4. Can you tell us something about your previous boss?

All my bosses possessed some skills worth learning. I have always tried to learn something new from them including my previous boss.

5. How long can you commit to work with us?

I like new challenges and a chance to grow. As long I keeping getting these, I don’t think I’ll need to switch over. I’d like to believe that this relationship lasts for many years. However, I haven’t set a time limit as such.

6. Are you willing to relocate or travel?

It is a great opportunity for me because I am very interested to meet different culture peoples and I will get more knowledge and I will meet freely, I am adjusted them.

7. You seem to be drawing a good salary. Will you be OK in taking a salary cut?

I believe that at one point of time in career salary becomes secondary and self actualisation become more important. While taking up any new job, it will be my priority to ensure that the work culture, chances to contribute and grow are sufficient along with the money I am paid. I also believe that any good company who cares about its employees ensures that they are paid well.

8. Do you have any serious medical issues?

Please make sure that you talk about relevant health conditions, wherever needed while having a discussion during your HR interview questions and answers round..
I do not have severe health issues, but I do have a migraine issue. I have never disclosed my condition on a job interview before or on a pre-employment health questionnaire, as I was afraid that it might jeopardize my career. Or I do not have any serious medical issues.”

9. What is your ideal company or workplace?

My ideal workplace or company is a fair one that values my contributions even as a fresher and encourages me to speak up and share my ideas.
My ideal company is the one which can bring forth exciting challenges. Such opportunities will bring out the best in me as I can use my interests and experiences to grow. I like my present workplace as it offers all this along with a clean and professional work atmosphere, and more.

10. Would you like to ask us anything?

I would like to know about the career growth I can expect being with this company. I am quite an ambitious person and this information will be helpful.

11. Why do you consider yourself a suitable candidate for this position?

The answer to this question lies in the preparation you did before the interview. It is extremely important that you research the requirements of the position well and match them with your skills. For e.g. if the position requires an Asp.net developer with good knowledge of health care domain, tell the interviewer about your technical skills and your domain knowledge.

12. What experience do you have that would be relevant to this role?

With this question, recruiters can assess whether candidates have truly understood the role requirements and whether they think they can do the job. In your job ad, you mention you want someone with talent in inbound sales. I was actually a sales associate at a local store in my area for about three years. During this time, I learned how to approach customers and ask them the right questions to understand what they need.

13. What do you know about our company’s product/services?

The purpose of these types of HR questions is clear: the HR professional wants to ensure that the candidate has researched the company and understands what they’re applying to
I know that your company manufactures machinery and factory equipment. Actually, I used your brand when I was working at Acme SA a couple of years ago. I was really impressed with how high-quality and durable that equipment was. I also saw your company has recently opened a new manufacturing branch, a good sign for your company’s success.

14. What was the toughest challenge you have ever faced?

he toughest challenge is convincing these people here that my answer is a good one so that I get some points. You can’t convince people who are keen in pointing out mistakes alone. And a word of advice to such people, don’t beg to these companies for a job. Just claim it with dignity. Don’t forget they need you for a lot of reasons.

15. What is the difference between hard work and smart work?

Hard work is what every breadwinner does today, including a rickshaw puller or a daily wager. Smart work is what the educated masses like us are supposed to do, and some of us are actually doing it, like my father. A well-balanced combination of both hard work and smart work is the secret formula to success. Most of the times, in the corporate world, I feel a combination of both is needed to attain excellence.”

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