Top 52 marketing manager interview questions and answers pdf
- 1. Free ebook Top 52 marketing manager interview questions with answers 1
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- 3. 3 This ebook includes two parts: - Part I: Top 52 marketing manager interview questions with answers (pdf, free download) - Part II: Top 12 tips to prepare for marketing manager interview
- 4. Top materials for job interviews: In this document, you can ref interview materials for marketing manager such as: marketing manager situational interview, marketing manager behavioral interview, marketing manager interview thank you letter… Other useful materials for marketing manager interview: 1. Ebook: Job Interview Questions &Answers by Bob Firestone Download link: click here, full ebook review click here 2. https://www.slideshare.net/jobguide247/12-steps-to-prepare-job- interview , 3. interviewquestions360.com/free-ebook-145-interview-questions-and- answers 4. http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/p/top-14-mistakes-in-job- interviews.html 4
- 5. 1. Tell me about yourself? It seems like an easy interview question. It's open ended: ”I can talk about whatever I want from the birth canal forward. Right?” Wrong. What the hiring manager really wants is a quick, two- to three- minute snapshot of who you are and why you're the best candidate for this position. Related post: Tips to answer question: tell me about your self? 5 http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/2017/03/tips-to-answer-tell-me-about- your-self.html So as you answer this question, talk about what you've done to prepare yourself to be the very best candidate for the position. Use an example or two to back it up. Then ask if they would like more details. If they do, keep giving them example after example of your background and experience. Always point back to an example when you have the opportunity. "Tell me about yourself" does not mean tell me everything. Just tell me what makes you the best and fit the job requirements
- 6. 2. Where do you see yourself in five years’ time? What the interviewer really wants is to see that you’ve thought about your future, and gauge your ambition. They also want to verify that this isn’t just a stop gap position. Although all of your answers should be tailored to the organization and position you’ve applied for, this is especially the case with this question. If you’re going for an entry level position, for example, Related post: Tips to answer question: what about your career goals? 6http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/2017/03/tip-to-answer-what-about-your- career.html explain how you’d like your career to progress (e.g. ‘I’d like to progress to a Senior Software Engineer’ or ‘I see myself being a team leader…’). If you’re going for a more senior position, explain how you’d be looking to move the company forward. Have a look at their business strategy or corporate objectives before the interview, and explain how you can help in achieving them.
- 7. 3. What is your greatest weakness? "What are your weaknesses" is one of the most popular questions interviewers ask. It is also the most dreaded question of all. Handle it by minimizing your weakness and emphasizing your strengths. Stay away from personal qualities and concentrate on professional traits: "I am always working on improving my communication skills to be a more effective presenter. I recently joined Toastmasters, which I find very helpful." Related post: Tips to answer question: What is your greatest weakness? 7 http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/2017/03/tips-to-answer-your-greatest- weakness.html
- 8. 3. What is your greatest weakness? (continue…) Tips to answer this question: • Show that you are aware of your weakness and what you have done to overcome it. • Show that you are “self-aware” and that you have the ability to take steps to improve yourself. • Don’t you DARE answer with the cliche “I’m a perfectionist” answer or any other such answer that the hiring manager can see right through. • Don’t highlight a weakness that is a core competency of the job. (Know the job description “inside and out”.) • Don’t dodge this question. 8
- 9. 4. What is your greatest strength? This is your time to shine. Just remember the interviewer is looking for work related strengths. Mention a number of them such as being a good motivator, problem solver, performing well under pressure, being loyal, having a positive attitude, eager to learn, taking initiative and attention to detail. Whichever you go for, be prepared to give examples that illustrate this particular skill. 9 Related post: Tips to answer question: What is your greatest strength? http://interviewquestions68.blogspot.com/2017/03/tips-to-answer-your-greatest- strength.html
- 10. 5. Why did you leave your last job? Here you will need to be careful as there are many possible answers you could use, just remember to NEVER talk negatively about any prior or current employer to a potential employer. No one wants to think that in a few years’ time you could be saying the same about them. A possible reason could be to say you were looking for better opportunities, for you to grow professionally, or you were looking for the chance to work abroad. 10 https://www.slideshare.net/jobguide247/top-12-ways-to-make-money-2017 Useful material: Top 12 ways to make money forever
- 11. 6. Why should we hire you? This is a differentiation question. What you want to tell them is: they'd be crazy not to they hire you. Focus on them: You need to only share how you meet almost all the criteria they seek, and also have two to three additional abilities that they might not even know they need…yet. They need to know you are a candidate who can not only meet their needs now, but will also be valuable for where they want to go in the future. Are they likely to need another skill set as they grow as a company? Or maybe you have skills that you noticed are in another job description they are looking to fill? You can help out with those deliverables until they find someone (or be a backup to the person they hire). Have you been down a path already that they are currently starting? Having “lessons learned” to offer them is a very strong plus for a job candidate. 11
- 12. 7. What is your greatest accomplishment? This is somewhat similar to the “what is your greatest strength?” question and can be handled along the same lines. You want to pick an accomplishment that shows you have the qualities that the company puts value in and that are desirable for the position you’re interviewing for. The fact is you may have several accomplishments you could pick from. Pick one that will have the most impact. 12 https://www.slideshare.net/jobguide247/top-12-skills-for-career-success Useful material: Top 12 skills for career success
- 13. 7. What is your greatest accomplishment? (continue …) Tips to answer this question: - Talk about an accomplishment that exhibits how you will be a perfect fit for the company and for the position you’re interviewing for. - Try and show some genuine passion when you’re talking about your accomplishment. - Don’t fall into the trap of thinking your accomplishment is “too small”. The fact is, relating a small accomplishment that is inline with “what the company values” can be more powerful than an unrelated accomplishment. 13 Useful material: Top 9 ways to become a millionaire http://careersecretsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/top-9-ways-to-become-millionaire.html
- 14. 8. What can we expect from you in your first 90 days? Ideally the answer to this should come from the employer: they should have plans and expectations for you. But if you're asked, use this general framework: • You'll work hard to determine how your job creates value -- you won't just stay busy, you'll stay busy doing the right things. • You'll learn how to serve all your constituents -- your boss, your employees, your peers, your customers and suppliers and vendors... • You'll focus on doing what you do best -- you'll be hired because you bring certain skills, and you'll apply those skills to make things happen. • You'll make a difference -- with customers, with other employees, to bring enthusiasm and focus and a sense of commitment and teamwork... • Then just layer in specifics that are applicable to you and the job. 14
- 15. 9. What are your salary expectations? When completing your preparations for the interview, always have this question in the back of your mind. Have a look at the average salary for someone in this industry, area, and who possesses similar skills to yourself, and you should get a basic idea. But remember: this is only the first interview. You haven’t been offered the job. There’s no need at this stage to be try and begin negotiations. Giving a broad salary range will usually be enough to move on, but be prepared to back it up if you need to. Just don’t be tempted to sell yourself short. If you’re not sure where to start, take a look at our average salary checker. Right answer: A broad (but realistic) answer e.g. ‘I‘m looking for a starting salary somewhere between £25,000 and £30,000’ Wrong answer: ‘I’m not sure. How much are you on?’ Useful material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/10-tips-to-negotiate- your-starting-salary 15
- 16. 10. Do you have any questions? Around 75 percent of job seekers will say “Nope, I think that’s everything” to this question. Terrible response. This question gives you a fantastic opportunity to stand out from the crowd and show your knowledge and passion for the company or organization you are interviewing for. Always have a few questions prepared and have one based around something you found during your company research phase. 16 Tips to answer this question: • Focus your questions on the company and what you can do for them. • Ask about something you’ve discovered in your company research. This will show your passion and knowledge of the company. Useful material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-questions-to-ask- employer-after-job-interview
- 17. 10. Do you have any questions? (continue) • Ask if there is any reason the hiring manager wouldn’t hire you. (This can be a little daunting to ask BUT can really pay off. It allows you to address something they may be thinking in their head but haven’t brought up.) • Never say “No, I think I’m good.” Always have questions ready! 17 • Don’t focus your questions on yourself and what you can get from them. (i.e. • Don’t ask questions that you could easily find the answer to. • Don’t ask about time off and benefits too early in the process. • Don’t ask how soon you can start applying for other positions in the company.
- 18. 11. Are you a team player? Almost everyone says yes to this question. But it is not just a yes/no question. You need to provide behavioral examples to back up your answer. A sample answer: "Yes, I'm very much a team player. In fact, I've had opportunities in my work, school and athletics to develop my skills as a team player. For example, on a recent project…" Emphasize teamwork behavioral examples and focus on your openness to diversity of backgrounds. Talk about the strength of the team above the individual. And note that this question may be used as a lead in to questions around how you handle conflict within a team, so be prepared. Useful material for magic lovers: http://magictricksa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/14-secrets-to-become-famous- magician.html 18
- 19. 12. What challenges are you looking for in this position? A typical interview question to determine what you are looking for your in next job, and whether you would be a good fit for the position being hired for, is "What challenges are you looking for in a position?" The best way to answer questions about the challenges you are seeking is to discuss how you would like to be able to effectively utilize your skills and experience if you were hired for the job. You can also mention that you are motivated by challenges, have the ability to effectively meet challenges, and have the flexibility and skills necessary to handle a challenging job. You can continue by describing specific examples of challenges you have met and goals you have achieved in the past. http://singingtipsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/15-secrets-to-become-famous- singer.html Useful material for singing lovers: 19
- 20. 13. What experience do you have in this field? Hopefully if you're applying for this position you have bags of related experience, and if that's the case you should mention it all. But if you're switching careers or trying something a little different, your experience may initially not look like it's matching up. That's when you need a little honest creativity to match the experiences required with the ones you have. People skills are people skills after all, you just need to show how customer service skills can apply to internal management positions, and so on. http://guitartipsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/14-secrets-to-become-pro-guitarist.html Useful material for guitar lovers: 20
- 21. 14. Why do you want to work with us? http://pianotipsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/14-secrets-to-become-pro-pianist.html Useful material for piano lovers: 21 More likely than not, the interviewer wishes to see how much you know about the company culture, and whether you can identify with the organization’s values and vision. Every organization has its strong points, and these are the ones that you should highlight in your answer. For example, if the company emphasizes on integrity with customers, then you mention that you would like to be in such a team because you yourself believe in integrity.
- 22. 15. Tell me a suggestion you have made that was implemented in this field? It's important here to focus on the word "implemented." There's nothing wrong with having a thousand great ideas, but if the only place they live is on your notepad what's the point? Better still, you need a good ending. If your previous company took your advice and ended up going bankrupt, that's not such a great example either. Be prepared with a story about an idea of yours that was taken from idea to implementation, and considered successful. https://www.facebook.com/Top-99-Funny-Tshirts-1889500271329614 Do you love funny tshirts? Pls check out the fanpage: 22
- 23. 16. Have you ever had a conflict with a boss or professor? How was it resolved? Note that if you say no, most interviewers will keep drilling deeper to find a conflict. The key is how you behaviourally reacted to conflict and what you did to resolve it. For example: “Yes, I have had conflicts in the past. Never major ones, but there have been disagreements that needed to be resolved. I've found that when conflict occurs, it helps to fully understand the other person’s perspective, so I take time to listen to their point of view, and then I seek to work out a collaborative solution. For example . . .” Focus your answer on the behavioural process for resolving the conflict and working collaboratively. 23
- 24. 17. What do you know about us? Follow these three easy research tips before your next job interview: 1. Visit the company website; look in the “about us” section and “careers” sections 2. Visit the company’s LinkedIn page (note, you must have a LinkedIn account — its free to sign up) to view information about the company 3. Google a keyword search phrase like “press releases” followed by the company name; you’ll find the most recent news stories shared by the company Remember, just because you have done your “homework”, it does not mean you need to share ALL of it during the interview! Reciting every fact you’ve learned is almost as much of a turn off as not knowing anything at all! At a minimum, you should include the following in your answer: 1. What type of product or service the company sells 2. How long the company has been in business 3. What the company culture is like OR what the company mission statement is, and how the culture and/or mission relate to your values or personality 24
- 25. 18. Tell me what you know about this company? Do your homework before you go to any interview. Whether it's being the VP of marketing or the mailroom clerk, you should know about the company or business you're going to work for. Has this company been in the news lately? Who are the people in the company you should know about? Do the background work, it will make you stand out as someone who comes prepared, and is genuinely interested in the company and the job. 25 Useful material: 24 books must read in your lifetime http://careersecretsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/24-books-must-read-in-your- lifetime.html
- 26. 19. If your previous co-workers were here, what would they say about you? Ok, this is not the time for full disclosure. If some people from your past are going to say you're a boring A-hole, you don't need to bring that up. Stay positive, always, and maybe have a few specific quotes in mind. "They'd say I was a hard worker" or even better "John Doe has always said I was the most reliable, creative problem-solver he'd ever met." 26 Useful material: 12 principles to success in life http://careersecretsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/12-principles-to-success-in-life.html
- 27. 20. What did you like or dislike about your previous job? What you liked - and what you didn't like - about your last job or the company you worked for is an indicator of how you might feel about this position if you were to be hired. Be careful what you say when you're interviewing for a role similar to your last one. It's important to be positive and enthusiastic about the job for which you're being considered. 27
- 28. 21. What major challenges and problems did you face? How did you handle them? With this question, the interviewer is trying to understand how you handle issues and problems. Can you figure out solutions and workarounds when there is a problem? How adept are you at problem-solving? Do you enjoy a challenge, or do you get nervous when there's a glitch? 28
- 29. 22. How are you when you're working under pressure? Once again, there are a few ways to answer this but they should all be positive. You may work well under pressure, you may thrive under pressure, and you may actually prefer working under pressure. If you say you crumble like aged blue cheese, this is not going to help you get your foot in the door. 29
- 30. 23. Tell me about any issues you've had with a previous boss? Arrgh! If you fall for this one you shouldn't be hired anyway. The interviewer is testing you to see if you'll speak badly about your previous supervisor. Simply answer this question with extreme tact, diplomacy and if necessary, a big fat loss of memory. In short, you've never had any issues. 30
- 31. 24. Describe your dream job? Three words describe how you should answer this question: Relevance, relevance, relevance. But that doesn't mean you have to make up an answer. You can learn something from every job. You can develop skills in every job. Work backwards: Identify things about the job you're interviewing for that will help you if you do someday land your dream job, and then describe how those things apply to what you hope to someday do. And don't be afraid to admit that you might someday move on, whether to another company or -- better job -- to start your own business. Employers no longer expect "forever" employees. 31
- 32. 25. Describe your management style? Try to avoid labels. Some of the more common labels, like progressive, salesman or consensus, can have several meanings or descriptions depending on which management expert you listen to. The situational style is safe, because it says you will manage according to the Situation, instead of one size fits all. Useful material: https://www.slideshare.net/managementskills/136-management-interview-questions- and-answers-pdf 32
- 33. 26. What have you learned from mistakes on the job?? Here you have to come up with something or you strain credibility. Make it small, well intentioned mistake with a positive lesson learned. An example would be working too far ahead of colleagues on a project and thus throwing coordination off. 33
- 34. 27. What types of people do you find it difficult to get on with? When asking this question, an employer isn’t interested who you find it difficult to work with. They want to know what you do to ensure an effective working relationship with such individuals communication skills A possible answer for this question could be: “I get on with all types of people, but get frustrated when working with those who don’t share my work ethic. In these situations, I find that by developing a good rapport the person, letting them know how important their contribution is to getting the job done, and appealing to their better nature………things get done.” 34 Useful material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-10-communication-skills- interview-questions
- 35. 28. What have you done to improve your knowledge in the last year? Try to include improvement activities that relate to the job. A wide variety of activities can be mentioned as positive self- improvement. Have some good ones handy to mention. 35 Useful material: 6 tips to become super learner http://careersecretsa2z.blogspot.com/2017/03/6-tips-to-become-super-learner.html
- 36. 29. What has been your biggest professional disappointment?? Be sure that you refer to something that was beyond your control. Show acceptance and no negative feelings. That I did not go back for further education when I was younger and had the chance. It could have made a big difference in my career. I was too complacent at the time and burned out on more “schooling”. 36
- 37. 30. How would you describe your work style? This is the chance for you to impress the interviewer if such a question like this is asked. Work style is important to every firm and you may expect this question in the interview. So, remember to check this out as it will do you nothing bad but good. Impressing the interviewer by your skills and competencies, and look at these samples answer below for reference: - When I work, I focus all my attention to the work. Thanks to that, I am able to complete my work very quickly and effectively. - I am an organizing person. I can organize my work very effectively. That’s why my record has proven my efficiency in dealing with multi-tasks. 37
- 38. 31. What are the most difficult decisions to make? This is one of the most typical behavioral questions in an interview. With this question, the interviewer is planning to examine your behaviors under a problem and how you handle it. You may answer as sincerely as you wish, but there is one tip that you should notice: what you did in the past is not the indication of how you will behave in the future. The key is learning. 38 First, you address the difficult situation you were in and describe it. Then, tell the interviewer how you did resolve it (or acted under such situation). Remember to keep a positive tone (for example, when you talked about those who had made mistakes) and be specific about details of your solution. Finally, tell the interviewer of what you have learn from such experience. You may even scan your memory for many problems and consider them as challenges and how you resolved them in a professional manner. But eventually, don’t forget to tell the interviewer what you have learn from all of those.
- 39. 32. Describe a typical work week? When an interviewer asks you about your previous job, he may raise such a question as “please describe a typical work week of yours”. Hearing the answer and the interviewer may have an overview about you and your performance at work. So, it is very useful to look at this question beforehand if you have stated some related experience in your CV as to the current job. 39 First thing to remember is you have to prepare the answer before so that there is no non-related activities included in your answer. You may talk about what happened with your behavior or skills at work, such as the times when you were late due to some reasons or how well you communicated with other employees in the former company, how much you focused on the work, and so on. But don’t mention anything technically such as how you process an order, supervise a work…. If such is not related to your current application job.
- 40. 33. How do you deal with conflict? As everyone knows, conflict is a common issue at workplace. It occurs in every organization now and then. An employee cannot perform his duties well all the time if he is unable to deal with the smallest conflict at work. What about you? Do you have the necessary skills to deal with the most basic conflict at work? Do you avoid it or face it? what do you think are the best techniques to deal with conflicts at any time? 40 You should know that there are various types of conflict at work. It may be a small disagreement between two colleagues, or a total misunderstanding of the boss, or a frustration caused by other’s behavior. In this question, you should first state a conflict at your level, choose an example and adopt your skills in resolving such conflict. Then demonstrate how you do it to the interviewer.
- 41. 34. How do you deal with conflict? Basing on this question the interviewer wants to know how you plan on achieving your goals for the future and what you are going to accomplish. In order to respond to it you could see examples of good responses included: 41 • I have intention to acquire additional skills by taking part in relevant class to the job and keeping my involvement with various professional associations. • I see myself that FFA Corporation is going to offer in-house training for employees and I would prefer to attend related classes to enhance my skills. • Taking participation in conferences, seminars, meetings and upholding my education will be effective ways to continue my professional development.
- 42. 35. How will you achieve your goals? Basing on this question the interviewer wants to know how you plan on achieving your goals for the future and what you are going to accomplish. In order to respond to it you could see examples of good responses included: • I have intention to acquire additional skills by taking part in relevant class to the job and keeping my involvement with various professional associations. 42 • I see myself that FFA Corporation is going to offer in-house training for employees and I would prefer to attend related classes to enhance my skills. • Taking participation in conferences, seminars, meetings and upholding my education will be effective ways to continue my professional development.
- 43. 36. What negative thing would your last boss say about you? This question is about your weaknesses. In fact, it is a very hard question for a candidate to answer as it is very difficult to be honest with oneself and say out loud about negative comments on himself. The method here is to approach the weaknesses, or particularly the comments on those weaknesses, in a positive manner. For example, your weaknesses are working too hard, or tend to perfection at work… those, in fact, are strengths, but negative sometimes, and that “sometimes” should be included in the examples following your answer. 43 For example: “My old boss told me I was such a workaholic. But I didn’t think that was a weakness, though there was sometimes it caused me quite a ruckus when I took over too many tasks at the same time. Anyway, I have learn since then the skill to delegate and cooperate with others to complete the job more effectively.
- 44. 37. Who was your best boss? Answer tips/answer samples: The interviewer wants to know that whether you blame or judge badly about your previous boss by asking the question “Who was your best boss and who was the worst?” Best Answer: Each boss that I worked for taught me a good lesson. What to do from the advice of good ones and what not to do from the challenging ones. From the beginning of my job, a mentor assisted me a lot, and now we still keep in touch. Truly speaking, I have learned something from each boss that I have worked for. 44
- 45. 38. Explain what has disappointed you most about a previous job? Answer tips: No matter the response, don’t get too negative. Possible answers: not enough of a challenge, not given enough responsibilities for your qualifications, unable to continue developing skills in environment, etc. Don’t get trivial or negative. Safe areas are few but can include: Not enough of a challenge. You were laid off in a reduction Company did not win a contract, which would have given you more responsibility. 45 Answer samples: Lack of challenge. How many hours I have to commit. I focused on pay and benefits when I took my job. I didn’t fully realize how much time is our greatest and only asset. I would definitely consider this if ever looking for another one.
- 46. 39. Are you willing to relocate? Relocation is usually inevitable and almost always a condition of employment. This is completely up to you. Be honest, but you should probe the interviewer for more details. Maybe the office location you will be working at is planned to be moved in the next two years and that is the reason for this question. Find out the details and make an informed decision. 46
- 47. 40. How long would you expect to work for us if hired? Some tips for this question: - It is not right to be specific; else you are giving them the impression that you are not going to stay if hired. - Specifics here are not good. Something like this should work: I’d like it to be a long time. Or As long as we both feel I’m doing a good job. Sample answers - I’d like it to be here a long time; as much as you permit me and believe that I am doing a good job to remain in your company. 47
- 48. 41. What motivates you to do your best on the job? Tips to answer: This is a personal trait that only you can say, but good examples are: Challenge, Achievement, Recognition For any person motivation is the main factor which should make him work in an efficient manner. And that motivation could be done my some rewards for doing good job, some encouragements etc. Moreover an employees good work must be acknowledged by his employer, which would definately boost him to work more harder to get more acknowledgements. Answer samples - I was motivated both by the challenge of finishing the projects on time and by managing the teams that achieved our goals. - I want to be successful in my job, both for my own personal satisfaction and for my employer. 48
- 49. 42. How would you know you were successful on this job? Answer tips Several ways are good measures: You set high standards for yourself and meet them. Your outcomes are a success. Your boss tell you that you are successful. Answer sample I m sure that I were successful in the …. because any job offered in your company is my dream and I can do anything for my dreams. another way I am like to do this from my heart not for money. so………… 49
- 50. 43. Explain how you would be an asset to this organization? You should be anxious for this question. It gives you a chance to highlight your best points as they relate to the position being discussed. Give a little advance thought to this relationship. Every organization wants to grow better and me also wants to make my carrier a great success and that if i could join here then i could get chances to explore my ideas for the growth of your reputed organization with my professional knowledge and experience i am having till now… The best way to approach this question is to restate your strengths and emphasize the different ways they can be applied to the job being discussed. 50
- 51. 44. Tell me about the most difficult or complex idea you have had to explain to someone? Once again, the employer is more interested in the tools you use to effectively communicate a complex idea, rather than the idea itself. Points to bear in mind when explaining your methodology: - When communicating complex ideas, you keep your message simple and straightforward – avoiding technical jargon and overusing statistics. - You don’t expect people to have the same background knowledge as you and are careful to introduce your idea in clear, concise terms. - You find that giving examples, using pictures and graphs helps clarify difficult concepts and can be useful as people have different learning styles. - You always encourage questions and if somebody is having difficulty understanding, you are quick to adapt your style. 51
- 52. 45. What kind of person would you refuse to work with? There is nothing like NOT able to work with. Organizations are made of teams; therefore one team member may be a notch slower than other members of the team. It is the responsibility of “other” team mates to help the slow team mate to match-up. Do not be trivial. It would take disloyalty to the organization, violence or lawbreaking to get you to object. Minor objections will label you as a whiner. Well I am a person who can work with all kinds of people. However I feel bit uncomfortable to work with persons of selfish and ingratitude in nature. 52
- 53. 45. Tell me about a problem you had with a supervisor? Answer tips Biggest trap of all. This is a test to see if you will speak ill of your boss. If you fall for it and tell about a problem with a former boss, you may well below the interview right there. Stay positive and develop a poor memory about any trouble with a supervisor. Answer sample My supervisor was not too keen on taking an initiative or implement new ways in solving a problem. He believed in anarchy system and always consulted his boss rather than going to him with an idea or being helpful in reaching towards a solution. 53
- 54. 46. What is the most difficult situation you have faced? Here you should be ready with your real life story. The question looks for information on two fronts: How do you define difficulty and how did you handle the situation? You should be able to clearly lay down the road map for solving the problem, your ability to perform task management and maintain good interaction with your team members and other peers. It is advisable to close by highlighting the lesson learnt out of the incident. 54
- 55. 47. Do you prefer to work Independently or on a team? Answer tips/answer samples: You should pay special attention to this question if your potential employer is one that requires much teamwork such as those working in sales & marketing areas. Best answer: I can work well both individually and in a team. I believe your company is recruiting just exact candidates as I have read from the job descriptions, there are some duties that require teamwork while others require individual skills to complete. Therefore, I totally believe that I can do the job well. 55
- 56. 47. Do you prefer to work Independently or on a team? Answer tips/answer samples: You should pay special attention to this question if your potential employer is one that requires much teamwork such as those working in sales & marketing areas. Best answer: I can work well both individually and in a team. I believe your company is recruiting just exact candidates as I have read from the job descriptions, there are some duties that require teamwork while others require individual skills to complete. Therefore, I totally believe that I can do the job well. 56
- 57. 48. Have you worked with someone you didn't like? If so, how did you handle it? Tips to answer: This is a trap question! Speaking negatively about other people will show you as an unreliable character. Stay professional and be diplomatic. Sample answer: Not really. I believe that when disagreements occur, the matters can be taken up with the concerned person and be immediately solved. 57
- 58. 49. Tell me about a suggestion you have made? Have a good one ready. Be sure and use a suggestion that was accepted and was then considered successful. One related to the type of work applied for is a real plus. This is a behavioral question that is exploring your initiative. You need to think about a situation when you came up with an improvement or change to an existing system or work process. 58
- 59. 50. Describe a time when your workload was heavy? I remembered when I was still working for ABC company, the time when it was planning to take over another company. there was much work to do, dealing with internal workforce, workforce of the acquired company, cultural differences, maintaining the relationship with clients. That was quite a stressful situation, however, we managed to get over it very successfully. 59
- 60. 51. Do you have any blind spots? Answer tips Trick question. If you know about blind spots, they are no longer blind spots. Do not reveal any personal areas of concern here. Let them do their own discovery on your bad points. Do not hand it to them. Don’t be too specific of your actual weakness.. But instead try to bring out that you are very team oriented. 60 Answer samples I would say everyone has blind spots and i would too. And that is why I believe in teamwork because when you are a team you can point out other people’s blind spots and they will do the same for you.
- 61. 52. Tell me about a time when you failed? It is certainly that anyone fails sometime, especially at work. For example, fail to comply with the regulations, fail to meet the deadline, fail to persuade others, fail to meet the goals….What matters more is what you learn from such failure, and the interviewer is planning to investigate that. , There are various reasons to failure: objective or subjective, a fraud, a wrong action, an omission or a lack of capacity…you don’t need to be too cautious about these, as if you learn from your failure, then there is nothing to worry about. In answering this question, first, state a situation when you fail to do something (It is better if the reason is not your subjective intention). Then state how you realized that and dealt with that. And finally, how you learn from that. 61
- 62. Top 12 job tips for marketing manager interview (details in next page) 62
- 63. Tip 1: Do your homework You'll likely be asked difficult questions during the interview. Preparing the list of likely questions in advance will help you easily transition from question to question. You'll likely be asked difficult questions during the interview. Preparing the list of likely questions in advance will help you easily transition from question to question. 63 Spend time researching the company. Look at its site to understand its mission statement, product offerings, and management team. A few hours spent researching before your interview can impress the hiring manager greatly. Read the company's annual report (often posted on the site), review the employee's LinkedIn profiles, and search the company on Google News, to see if they've been mentioned in the media lately. Related material: http://interviewquestionsaz.blogspot.com/2013/07/job-interview- checklist-40-points.html
- 64. Tip 2: First impressions When meeting someone for the first time, we instantaneously make our minds about various aspects of their personality. Prepare and plan that first impression long before you walk in the door. Continue that excellent impression in the days following, and that job could be yours. Therefore: • Never arrive late. • Use positive body language and turn on your charm right from the start. • Switch off your mobile before you step into the room. • Look fabulous; dress sharp and make sure you look your best. • Start the interview with a handshake; give a nice firm press and then some up and down movement. • Determine to establish a rapport with the interviewer right from the start. • Always let the interviewer finish speaking before giving your response. • Express yourself fluently with clarity and precision. 64
- 65. Tip 3: The “Hidden” Job Market Many of us don’t recognize that hidden job market is a huge one and accounts for 2/3 of total job demand from enterprises. This means that if you know how to exploit a hidden job market, you can increase your chance of getting the job up to 300%. In this section, the author shares his experience and useful tips to exploit hidden job market. 65 Here are some sources to get penetrating into a hidden job market: Friends; Family; Ex-coworkers; Referral; HR communities; Field communities; Social networks such as Facebook, Twitter…; Last recruitment ads from recruiters; HR emails of potential recruiters… Related material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/9-tips-to-tap-into-the- hidden-job-market
- 66. Tip 4: Overcome “job interview nervous“ Job interview nervous is one of the first reasons why you fail in job interviews. 66 Related material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-11-ways-you-can- zap-your-job-interview-nerves
- 67. Tip 5: Do-It-Yourself Interviewing Practice There are a number of ways to prepare for an interview at home without the help of a professional career counselor or coach or a fee-based service. You can practice interviews all by yourself or recruit friends and family to assist you. 67
- 68. Tip 6: Tailor your story to the job Applying your story to a specific employer or job is the next step. Lining up the stories that apply to the opportunity at hand is critical. Put yourself in the interviewer’s shoes and pose the questions you would ask. Which stories are relevant to this job interview? Think about personal stories that show how you handled change, made choices under pressure, or learned lessons from mistakes and failures. You should also think about stories you can tell in the interview that reveal your skill set. 68 Learning and appreciating your story is a prerequisite to any interview process. Don’t rely on your ability to think on your feet. Anticipate the questions and have answers at the ready. In the end, this is about making a great and memorable impression that demonstrates competency and ability.
- 69. Tip 7: Dress for Success Plan out a wardrobe that fits the organization and its culture, striving for the most professional appearance you can accomplish. Remember that it's always better to be overdressed than under -- and to wear clothing that fits and is clean and pressed. Keep accessories and jewelry to a minimum. Try not to smoke or eat right before the interview -- and if possible, brush your teeth or use mouthwash. 69 Related material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-10- tips-to-dress-for-job-interview-success
- 70. Tip 8: Arrive on Time for the Interview -- and Prepared for Success There is no excuse for ever arriving late for an interview -- other than some sort of disaster. Strive to arrive about 15 minutes before your scheduled interview to complete additional paperwork and allow yourself time to get settled. Arriving a bit early is also a chance to observe the dynamics of the workplace. 70 The day before the interview, pack up extra copies of your resume or CV and reference list. If you have a portfolio or samples of your work, bring those along too. Finally, remember to pack several pens and a pad of paper to jot notes. Finally, as you get to the offices, shut off your cell phone. (And if you were chewing gum, get rid of it.)
- 71. Tip 9: Focus more on what you can do for the company, rather than what they can do for you At the beginning of the job interview process, someone has to assume the role of the seller, and someone has to be the buyer. You're the seller at this early stage of the process. As the interview progresses you will eventually be asked: Do you have any questions for us? It’s a bad idea to say, no, I can’t think of anything. It’s also a bad idea to have a grocery list of interview questions a mile long. Appropriate Job Interview Questions to Ask Your Interviewers • How would you describe a typical day in this position? • In my first 90 days on the job, what’s my first priority? • What is one of the most difficult challenges facing your department? • Is this a new position, or am I replacing someone? • What’s the company’s strategy for generating new business? • What is your management style like? 71
- 72. Tip 10: Bring examples of your work Use the power of the printed word to your advantage. As an executive recruiter, I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been called by a hiring manager after an interview, and told how impressed they were with one of my candidates who brought examples of their work. Most job seekers fail to do this in preparing for a job interview. This one job interview tip alone will set you apart from other candidates. Idea: Some job seekers bring a copy of their most recent written evaluation to the interview. Obviously, you should only do this if your evaluation is outstanding. The power of the printed word applies here as well. If you share your strengths with your interviewers, it's duly noted. If one of your bosses said those same things about you...it's gospel. Another great example of your work is any chart or graph that illustrates specifically how you saved the company time or money...or how you made the company money. 72
- 73. Tip 11: Ask questions Do not leave the interview without ensuring that you know all that you want to know about the position. Once the interview is over, your chance to have important questions answered has ended. Asking questions also can show that you are interested in the job. Be specific with your questions. Ask about the company and the industry. Avoid asking personal questions of the interviewer and avoid asking questions pertaining to politics, religion and the like. 73 Useful material: https://www.slideshare.net/jobsearchtipsa2z/top-questions-to- ask-employer-after-job-interview
- 74. Tip 12: Follow up and send a thank-you note Following up after an interview can help you make a lasting impression and set you apart from the crowd. Philip Farina, CPP, a security career expert at Manta Security Management Recruiters, says: "Send both an email as well as a hard-copy thank-you note, expressing excitement, qualifications and further interest in the position. Invite the hiring manager to contact you for additional information. This is also an excellent time to send a strategic follow-up letter of interest." 74 Related material: http://interviewquestionsaz.blogspot.com/p/top-interview-thank- you-letter-samples.html and http://interviewquestionsaz.blogspot.com/p/10-things-to-do-after-job-interview.html
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