THINKING SKILLS

Questions and answers to ask on a second job interview

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Here are some samples of difficult questions and answers to ask on a second job interview

How will you cope with being required to prioritise your tasks.
Give me an example of a time when you had to make a split second decision.
What is your preferred method of dealing with conflict? Give me an example.
Describe a situation in which you were able to use persuasion to successfully convince someone to see things your way.
Give me an example of a time when you used your fact-finding skills to solve a problem.
Describe a time when you anticipated potential problems and developed preventive measures.
Tell me about a time when you were forced to make an unpopular decision.
Tell me about a time when you set your sights too high
Tell me about a the worst decision you've made in your previous job

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You can answer any of these with ease. What you need is a good how to guide. We recommend the following title from Amazon.co.uk

Perfect Interview: All You Need to Get It Right the First Time
Max Eggers

This is a very well written book which goes through the interview process step-by-step. At each point the author shows the traps which await the unwary and suggests the best approaches for turning them to your advantage.

We really do think this is an excellent title and anybody who is job seeking or has an upcoming interview should read it.

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