25 common Interview Questions

1. How did you first learn about this job opportunity?

2. Why are you interested in joining [company name]?

3. Why are you exploring new job opportunities?

4. What motivates you to get up and start your day each morning?

5. What drives you to do your best work?

6. Where do you envision your career in five years? What about ten years?

7. What are your long-term career aspirations?

8. What unique skills or qualities can you bring to this role that others might not?

9. Why do you think you’d be a great fit for this role?

10. Can you walk me through your resume?

11. Tell me about your educational background.

12. How would you describe yourself in a few words?

13. What are your biggest strengths?

14. What do you find most challenging or areas you'd like to improve?

15. If I were to ask your current boss what you could improve on, what would they say?

16. If I asked your previous manager, what are three areas they'd say you could improve on?

17. What are some strengths and weaknesses you've noticed in your previous bosses?

18. How do you think your direct reports would describe you?

19. Do you see yourself as a natural leader, or do you prefer to support others?

20. What are some examples of your leadership experiences? How would you describe your leadership style?

21. What is your ideal job?

22. What are your long-term career aspirations?

23. Can you describe a situation where you had a disagreement with your boss, and how you resolved it?

24. Tell me about a time when you exceeded expectations on a project.

25. What achievement are you most proud of?