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I received many 6-figure job offers because I was the most prepared for the job interview, not because I was the "smartest". If you struggle with job interviews, here are 10 common interview questions and how to prepare for each: 1) What do you consider your greatest weakness? • Highlight a past weakness and the steps you took to overcome it and demonstrate your growth • Start with "I'm not sure about my greatest weakness but I can talk about a weakness in the past and how I overcame it" 2) What sets you apart from other candidates? • Use this question to highlight your top 5 strengths directly related to this role, from the job description • Look to see which strengths they are looking for, and give examples of you possessing these traits 3) Tell me a time you couldn’t meet a goal/deadline and how you handled it • Explain how you react to situations that don't go as planned • Explain a time when things didn't go as planned, how you fixed the situation, and lessons learned so it doesn't happen again 4) Tell me a time when you made a mistake. How did you handle it? • Illustrate how you overcome obstacles • Explain a time you made a mistake and highlight the things you did to fix the situation, and lessons you've learned so that mistake doesn't happen again 5) Why do you want to work for us/ this company? • Research the company and talk about all the things you love about it • Mention why you like the position itself and why it's a great fit • Show excitement about the position and the company! 6) What is your greatest strength? • Look at the job description and only talk about strengths directly related to the role you are interviewing for • Show why you are a great fit for this role and explain how you have the skills that this job demands 7) Tell me about some of the most difficult problems you worked on and how you solved them • Show how your problem-solving skills and your thought process • You want the interviewer to feel confident in your ability to solve problems and create solutions 8) Describe a time when you successfully balanced several competing priorities • Elaborate on your multitasking and organizational skills • Explain how you organize your work and schedule your time • Use this to show that you get things done! 9) Why do you want to leave your current position? • Thank your current role for the things you've learned but explain why you're interested in this current role • Explain what you enjoy most about the company and the position you're interviewing for 10) What have been your most significant accomplishments? • Discuss problems that you've solved, related to this role • Talk about your top achievements that are related to this role, so the interviewer understands the value you bring to the company 👍 2024 will be the year you get a higher-paying job! ♻️ Too many people struggle with job interviews! Help them by sharing this post! 👉Follow me Andrew Lokenauth for daily tips!