What are some good questions to ask a Director, VP, or Senior Manager in a job interview?
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What do you consider to be your personal strengths?  Weaknesses?  What do you look for in an employee or coworker?  Describe a situation in which you had to discipline a subordinate.  Describe a situation in which you had to fire an employee, including why.  In what ways have you personally contributed to positive changes in previous employment?  How do you handle motivating an underperforming employee?
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1. What is your age? 24\n2. Part-time or full time? full time\n3. Marital Status: Single \n4. Do you have any kids? No\n5. What is your occupation? Communications planner\n6. How long have you been doing this job? 1 1/2 year\n7. What do you like about your job? compensates well; big room for growth\n8. As a worker, what motivates you? a. Raise/more money\n9. Male or female? F\n\nKeep it up!  Would be glad if u can mail us ur findings :)
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What are your long-range goals and objectives? \n  What are your short-range goals and objectives? \n  How do you plan to achieve your career goals? \n  What are the most important rewards you expect in your career? \n  Why did you choose the career for which you are preparing? \n  What are your strengths, weaknesses, and interests? \n  How do you think a friend or professor who knows you well would describe you? \n  Describe a situation in which you had to work with a difficult person (another student, co-worker, customer, supervisor, etc.). How did you handle the situation? Is there anything you would have done differently in hindsight? \n  What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort? Describe a situation in which you did so. \n  In what ways have your college experiences prepared you for a career? \n  How do you determine or evaluate success? \n  In what ways do you think you can make a contribution to our organization? \n  Describe a contribution you have made to a project on which you worked. \n  What qualities should a successful manager possess? \n  Was there an occasion when you disagreed with a supervisor's decision or company policy? Describe how you handled the situation. \n  What two or three accomplishments have given you the most satisfaction? Why? \n  Describe your most rewarding college experience. \n  What interests you about our product or service? \n  Why did you select your college or university? \n  What led you to choose your major or field of study? \n  What college subjects did you like best? Why? \n  What college subjects did you like least? Why? \n  If you could do so, how would you plan your academic studies differently? \n  Do you think your grades are a good indication of your academic achievement? \n  What have you learned from participation in extracurricular activities? \n  In what kind of work environment are you most comfortable? \n  How do you work under pressure? \n  Describe a situation in which you worked as part of a team. What role did you take on? What went well and what didn't? \n  In what part-time, co-op, or summer jobs have you been most interested? Why? \n  How would you describe the ideal job for you following graduation? \n  Why did you decide to seek a position with this organization? \n  What two or three things would be most important to you in your job? \n  What criteria are you using to evaluate the organization for which you hope to work? \n  Will you relocate? Does relocation bother you? \n  Are you willing to travel? \n  Are you willing to spend at least six months as a trainee?
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As a manager who does countless interviews, these are the things I look for:\n1)Enthusiasm for the job - dont be apathetic- act interested for pete's sake\n2)Ask questions...about the position or the company, or whatever..it just shows you are interested.\n3)Be prepared...do your homework - know at least a bit about the company\n4) Sounds petty but BRING YOUR OWN PEN...otherwise you appear unprepared and this tells a lot about your work habits.\n5)Be able to explain in gaps in employment, short term jobs etc in a clear manner.\n6)Practice your interview before you go...get a friend to help if possible.\n7) Easier said than done I know but RELAX and be yourself.\nThe bottom line is this...an interviewer wants to know that you are going to be the best fit for the job - they want to know that you can not only DO the job, but that you are going to have a great attitude, and be a dependable, reliable employee. It costs companies money to train people even for the smallest job. They want to know that you are going to be worth their investment.
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"What's your weakness?" : Something like, "I'm a bit of a control freak, I like to make sure that eveything is going smoothly, and the only way I can do that is to be in total control. I need to learn to delegate more". Makes you sound like you're a workaholic, they love that sort of sh*t.\n\n"Where do you see yourself in five years?" : Not sure, I'd probably plump for something like "I'd like to develop the skills I have now, and be in a position to be able to pass the knowledge and experience I've gained to the other members of my team, hopefully in the form of a managerial position".\n\nIt's all about playing the game, as I'm sure you know.\n\nGood luck!!!!!!!!!!
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these are the type of questions that can be asked by the interviewer \n\nnterview Advice\nSample Interview Questions Asked for HR Positions\n\n    * Tell me what you know about our company.\n    * What is your background in finance and accounting?\n    * What can you tell me about pay for performance?\n    * What would you do if you were a compensation manager and an employee wants a promotion to a higher grade but past performance doesn''t warrant a move? What if the employee threatens to quit?\n    * Why did you decide to study HR?  Why did you choose Cornell?\n    * How do you pay what the market pays--how do you know what the market pays?\n    * What kind of company do you want to work for?\n    * Why do you want to work in this industry? What other industries are you interviewing with?\n    * What do you find appealing about a rotational program?\n    * Describe your analytical abilities.\n    * Human Resource professionals should be a model for high standards in regard to ethical and professional behaviors. Tell me about an experience when your values were challenged.\n    * What are the important issues in Human Resources today? Choose one and explain an action plan.\n    * What Human Resources issues have you been trained for?\n    * What should business managers expect from Human Resources today?\n    * "Organized labor is in eclipse." Do you agree or disagree? How does this influence the practice of the profession?\n    * Devise a strategy plan to prevent good employees from leaving the organization.\n    * Where should Human Resources fit in an organization? What is its role.\n    * You have an employee whose quality of work is diminishing; the work is unsatisfactory. The manager looks to you. What do you do?\n\n\nall the best
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Too many job seekers stumble through interviews as if the questions are coming out of left field. But many interview questions are to be expected. Study this list and plan your answers ahead of time so you'll be ready to deliver them with confidence. \n\n1.What Are Your Weaknesses? \n\nThis is 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.." \n\n2.Why Should We Hire You? \n\nSummarize your experiences: "With XXXXX  years' experience working in the XXXXX industry and my proven record, I could make a big difference in your company. I'm confident I would be a great addition to your team." \n\n3.Why Do You Want to Work Here? \n\nThe interviewer is listening for an answer that indicates you've given this some thought and are not sending out resumes just because there is an opening. For example, "I've selected key companies whose mission statements are in line with my values, where I know I could be excited about what the company does, and this company is very high on my list of desirable choices." \n\n4.What Are Your Goals? \n\nSometimes it's best to talk about short-term and intermediate goals rather than locking yourself into the distant future. For example, "My immediate goal is to get a job in a growth-oriented company. My long-term goal will depend on where the company goes. I hope to eventually grow into a position of responsibility." \n\n5.Why Did You Leave (Or Why Are You Leaving) Your Job? \n\nIf you're unemployed, state your reason for leaving in a positive context: "I managed to survive two rounds of corporate downsizing, but the third round was a 20 percent reduction in the workforce, which included me." \n\nIf you are employed, focus on what you want in your next job: "After two years, I made the decision to look for a company that is team-focused, where I can add my experience." \n\n6.When Were You Most Satisfied in Your Job? \n\nThe interviewer wants to know what motivates you. If you can relate an example of a job or project when you were excited, the interviewer will get an idea of your preferences. "I was very satisfied in my last job, because I worked directly with the customers and their problems; that is an important part of the job for me." \n\n7.What Can You Do for Us That Other Candidates Can't? \n\nWhat makes you unique? This will take an assessment of your experiences, skills and traits. Summarize concisely: "I have a unique combination of strong technical skills, and the ability to build strong customer relationships. This allows me to use my knowledge and break down information to be more user-friendly." \n\n8.What Are Three Positive Things Your Last Boss Would Say About You? \n\nIt's time to pull out your old performance appraisals and boss's quotes. This is a great way to brag about yourself through someone else's words: "My boss has told me that I am the best XXXXXX  he has ever had. He knows he can rely on me, and he likes my sense of humour." \n\n9.What Salary Are You Seeking? \n\nIt is to your advantage if the employer tells you the range first. Prepare by knowing the going rate in your area, and your bottom line or walk-away point. One possible answer would be: "I am sure when the time comes, we can agree on a reasonable amount. In what range do you typically pay someone with my background?" \n\n10.If You Were an Animal, Which One Would You Want to Be? \n\nInterviewers use this type of psychological question to see if you can think quickly. If you answer "a bunny," you will make a soft, passive impression. If you answer "a lion," you will be seen as aggressive. What type of personality would it take to get the job don
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i think the most telling question will be a question that verifies the candidates qualifications for the job s/he is seeking.     so think of a situation that the potential employee might find him/herself in, and ask how they would handle that particular situation.    \n\nfor instance, you are interviewing a potential customer service manager.    tell the candidate that s/he has witnessed a staff member being rude to a customer.      What do you do?
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All interviews usually ask the same questions over and over again. For example:\n\n1) What are your strengths?\n2) What are your weaknesses?\n3) What experiences have you had that will help you if you were to receive this job?\n4) What would you change about yourself?
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look up questions that are usually asked at an interview. like what could you bring to our company, why should we choose you, etc. dress to impress but not shanky.
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Well i don't know you, but when asked what do I see in my future, I'd say "your Job" to whoever was asking.\nAsk your friends these very questions, like ask her/him "what do you think makes me a good manager?" They can come up with the best answer for you.
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1.  make a list of all your skills\n     a. by skills I mean skills that would apply regardless   \n         of company field.\n2.  with each skill write a short paragraph explaining this  \n     skill. explain your duties regarding this skill.\n3.  shop yourself-based on what you say I assume you are supposed to be a lower to mid level manager-meaning directly over workers and not over another manager/supervisor.\n\nthis is oneof the hardest positions to hire into.  this is, usually, a position which is filled by promotion from within.  again, usually, the only way to be hired into this position is a lateral move-by this I mean to a company that does/makes/sells etc. essentially the same product as your present company.\nnext, think of what your boss will say about you/your work.I realize that they can not say anything other than dates of employment, but a lot can be said without saying much. "would you hire this person again?/"not in a million years" or "I  don't think I would" etc.  be prepared and have answers-your biggest hurdle in this case is to get the interview.  If it benefits you enclude your work record.\n\nfeel around-check the water. if there's a market for your skills THEN you have two options\n1. go somewhere else\n2. go to your management and present WRITTEN!!!!!\nwhat you've worked up.  state you really love YOUR company, but you feel you're not being utilized to the extent you are capable of.  "I would much rather stay here, but I would need ??? (think this over-what do you want?\nLet them/him/her chew on this for a while.  PUT A TIME LIMIT. say "I would like to make a decision by ? no more than a week-I have two(?) companies interested in hireing me at the (whatever you stipulated above)\n\nNOW THE STICK!!!  if you do this be prepared to have the boss tell you to go ahead and go.  that's why you do your homework beforehand-if there are no companies out there who want you (in a position you want) then you change this around and approach management with the skills stuff (technical term) you worked up and say "I think I have earned a promotion/raise and this is the reason.  don't throw it in his/her face that you do more than ?? and they are ?? if he/she has anything on the ball at all then they know all this.  this letter tells the boss you are not happy with what you are paid for what you do.  they will either tell you "sorry there is no way I can do??? at this time-this will mean, usually-unless the comapany is in trouble, that they think much less of you/your skills than you do. suck it up and live with it-without promotions (probably ever-they've learned you'll back down) on move on.\nI noticed you're a woman-the boss may have a prejudice against women-men NEED to earn more, etc. if dat's de case then you'll have to move on-your work is fine-that's just all a woman is worth in that job.
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Here's a linear view of a sales group breakdown at a fortune 100 I worked for.  Director level positions had charge over large groups of regional managers, and sales groups.  They were local field personell who knew a region well and it's account base and financial makeup.  They strategically attended meetings to show the corporation had high interest in doing business with named national and global accounts.  Overall they are middle managers and they reported to a Regional VP in the same office.\n\nDirector level title generally express you have years of experience and some autonomy in the field to aid your clients business and operations.\n\nSales Rep\n/&#92;\nAssistant Manager\n/&#92;\nManager\n/&#92;\nDirector\n/&#92;\nRegional Vice President\n/&#92;\nVice President\n/&#92;\nExecutive Vice President\n/&#92;\nPresident\n/&#92;\nCOO\n/&#92;\nCEO
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Questions on ethical situations. Your psychological orientation. Describe a difficult case and what you did. What interests you in the job. Any specialties. And any other questions one would experience in other job interviews.
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Tell me about yourself. \n\nTRAPS:  Beware, about 80% of all interviews begin with this “innocent” question. Many candidates, unprepared for the question, skewer themselves by rambling, recapping their life story, delving into ancient work history or personal matters.\n\nBEST ANSWER:  Start with the present and tell why you are well qualified for the position. Remember that the key to all successful interviewing is to match your qualifications to what the interviewer is looking for. In other words you must sell what the buyer is buying. This is the single most important strategy in job hunting. \n\nSo, before you answer this or any question it's imperative that you try to uncover your interviewer's greatest need, want, problem or goal. \n\nTo do so, make you take these two steps:\n\n1.Do all the homework you can before the interview to uncover this person's wants and needs (not the generalized needs of the industry or company)\n\n2.As early as you can in the interview, ask for a more complete description of what the position entails.  You might say: “I have a number of accomplishments I'd like to tell you about, but I want to make the best use of our time together and talk directly to your needs. To help me do, that, could you tell me more about the most important priorities of this position?  All I know is what I (heard from the recruiter, read in the classified ad, etc.)”\n\n Then, ALWAYS follow-up with a second and possibly, third question, to draw out his needs even more. Surprisingly, it's usually this second or third question that unearths what the interviewer is most looking for. \n\nYou might ask simply, "And in addition to that?..." or, "Is there anything else you see as essential to success in this position?: \nThis process will not feel easy or natural at first, because it is easier simply to answer questions, but only if you uncover the employer's wants and needs will your answers make the most sense. Practice asking these key questions before giving your answers, the process will feel more natural and you will be light years ahead of the other job candidates you're competing with.\n \nAfter uncovering what the employer is looking for, describe why the needs of this job bear striking parallels to tasks you've succeeded at before. Be sure to illustrate with specific examples of your responsibilities and especially your achievements, all of which are geared to present yourself as a perfect match for the needs he has just described.
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You will need to answer not only professional questions:\n\nWhy have you chosen our company?\nWhy would you like to work for our company?\nWhat about your education?\nIs it connected with the sphere of work of our company?\nCan you be useful for our company and why?\nWhat are your advantages?\nWhat are your main....
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YES! Ask 2 questions while you're there to your interviewer! Question 1, " How did you start working here?" . Question 2, " Where do you see this business in 5 years?" \n I was told by 2 different interviewers that this is really good! Good luck, partner!