Preparing for an interview can be daunting. Learn how to master the top 10 most common interview questions you’ll encounter when looking for a new job. The tips provided in this course will help you craft authentic answers that showcase your experience and your enthusiasm for an organization. For each question, career coach Valerie Sutton explains why the interviewer is asking it and then provides you with the best response. She also provides advice for tailoring your answer to entry-level or midcareer roles. In each chapter, we provide role-playing scenarios to illustrate the questions—and answers—in action.

Learning objectives

• Tell me about your strengths
• Tell me about your weaknesses
• Why are you interested in our company?
• Why did you leave your previous company?
• Tell me how you handled a difficult situation
• What questions do you have?