Personality: values, soft skills

• What are the three things that are most important to you in a job?
• Tell me about a time when you were asked to do something you had never done before. How did you react? What did you learn?
• Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with. How did you handle interactions with that person?
• How would you deal with a situation where you can’t find a solution to a problem?
• If I talk to one of your former colleagues, how would they describe you?
• What can tick you off, and make you angry?
• Give me an example of 2 strengths and 2 weaknesses.
• Tell me something that is not written on your CV.
• If I speak to one of your colleagues, how would they describe you?
• Do you consider yourself a people person? Could you give an example?
• Describe your dream day at work.
• Explain the situation you faced a difficult problem and the steps you took to solve it.
• Share an example of a solution you provided to a problem, that you would do differently if given another chance.

Motivation

• What skills are you hoping to develop in that role?
• What do you love about your job?
• What do you like to improve about yourself?
• What is the most challenging for you in this role?