Tricky Questions to be Aware of in an Interview

Tricky Questions to be Aware of in an Interview

Think how great it can be, if you are aware of the questions that you will have to answer, before going for an interview. Nevertheless, this is not possible, but what is possible is to be prepared for those questions prior to going for an interview. You might have already prepared yourself for the common questions regarding your background, educational qualifications, abilities, strengths, etc. However, the trick to crack an interview is not just in preparing for the usual questions but also in preparing for the unusual questions, that will thrown at you. When you do know about facts, you can answer with confidence, but think what will happen if you have to face a question, which you are not prepared well or you are not aware of.

Here are a few ways in which you should tackle such tricky interview questions:

• Be witty while answering: This is the best way to handle unexpected questions. Use your common sense and do not show that you don’t have an answer for the question.
• Don’t show it on the face: Even if your nerves are cracking and you are overwhelmed by the question, try not to show your nervousness on your face. Being calm will help you to make out an answer quickly.
• The weakness question: This is one of the commons but a very tricky question. It is like hearing it from the horse’s mouth. If you think that hiding your weaknesses will do any good, then this is not true at all. For example, if you are not good with teamwork, then it is always better to admit this weakness, as this will show your honesty. If you hide the truth and then you are placed in a situation where you cannot perform well, then this will be a question on your integrity.
• Will you be successful in this position? Remember that this is a trap to make you boast about yourself. You should bear in mind that this question also calls for nothing but facts. Try to match up your abilities and skills to the position or role you are applying for in the company and tell them why you are suitable for the post.
• Have you ever tackled a crisis? Sometimes answer for this question does not come to the mind immediately, especially if there have been no such crisis recently. However, if you go back in time, you might remember some problem that you tackled and have go great results, then simply mention that situation. This does not always mean any crisis in work scene. It can be any problem, which you faced in your life.
• Was there any problem in your previous Jobs? This question is also asked to test your sincerity and honesty. This kind of question requires a very diplomatic answer, as you will definitely not want to tell your bad experiences with your previous jobs to the interviewer. Don’t attack your ex-boss, simply try to mention the problem that you had with your previous jobs.
• How are your time management skills? Whenever you face this question, don’t just give an example of how successful you were at a time. The recruiter actually wants to find out whether you can organize yourself strategically. Mention how you give priority to your tasks and you manage time to complete them along with other important works.
   
• Can you think laterally: First bear in mind that you think laterally when you identify an issue in a new or innovative way and then suggest a solution. Recruiters like candidates who are able to think laterally, as this helps in innovation.

If you simply consider these points, then tackling tricky questions can be no problem for you. 

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