More Top Interview Questions

Published January 2, 2010

When it comes to preparing for questions in a job interview, practice makes perfect. Here are 5 more top questions jobseekers are likely to face, with suggestions on one wise response, from "101 Toughest Interview Questions and Answers That Win the Job," (Random House, 2009) by Frances Bolles Haynes and Daniel Porot.

Q: What did you like most and least about your last job?

A: "What I liked most were the challenges I found there." Then list an example and move on. Don't mention what you liked least.

Q: Do you think you're under qualified for this job?

A: "Is there a specific skill that concerns you?"

Q: How would you describe your personality?

A: Don't sound over rehearsed. Pause for a moment then tell the employer two or three of your key traits that apply to the job.

Q: How long will you stay with us?

A: "I see no limit, as long as I feel that I'm developing in the position and advancing when I'm ready, and as long as you are pleased with my performance."

Q: Are you willing to lower your salary expectations?

A: "If the work environment was good and there are strong possibilities for promotion, I would consider it."s

- Written By Tim Bearden