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Tell me about yourself.
Why are your applying for this position?
What do you know about this setting?
In your own words, what makes you particularly qualified for this position?
Why are you leaving your current position?
What did you like most about your last job? What did you like least?
If you are unemployed, how do you spend your day?
Were there more headaches than satisfactions?
What do you think of your current boss?
Is your most recent supervisor a reference? Who are your references?
What do you find challenging on the job?
Describe your ideal job.
If you realized that something illegal or dishonest was happening in your office what would you do?
When do you go to your superiors for help? Can you give an example?
What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses?
How do you handle a difficult client?
What do you do to remain current in your field?
If you and a co-worker are not working compatibly together, how would you handle it? Has this ever happened to you?
What is your style of management (or supervision)?
Do you have the ability to fire people?
Are you a team worker?
Do you come to work on time? What is your attendance record?
Are you available for overtime?
What are your salary qualifications?
Where do you want to be in five years?
For recent college grads:
Why did you choose your college? Your major?
What courses did you like the best?
Do you have any questions?
(What are the challenges of the position?) (Who would I be reporting to?) (Do most of your employees like working here?)