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Executive Interviews: Ten Questions You Will Be Asked
No matter how much experience you
have accumulated as a senior level executive, attending an interview can be a
daunting task. Like with any major career step, the key to a successful
interview is preparation. It is universally known that those who prepare for a
variety of interview questions perform better than those who do not. Therefore,
to assist you on your way to career success, here is a list of ten commonly
asked senior-level interview questions for you to familiarize yourself with.
It is impossible to guarantee that certain
questions will be asked during your interview, but it is highly likely that you
will be asked this question as soon as the interview begins. The reason why
interviewers favor this question is because not only does it allow for a quick
segue into the start of formal interviewing, but it also allows them to test
how you cope in unstructured situations. The key to answering this question is
to demonstrate confidence, provide an explanation of your career trajectory and
keep it concise. The question can be answered in many ways, but there is only
one way to answer it incorrectly: by asking “what do you want to know?” Work on
developing and practicing your answer to create an articulate first impression.
This question can appear a little tricky to
answer and so it is important to be honest and straightforward. If a conflict
or adverse professional situation was the motivation for leaving your last
employer, be sure to avoid being overly negative. Even if the situation was not
your fault, potential employers might become wary. Instead, highlight positive
developments that occurred as a result of your departure and explain that you
are eager to enter the next stage of your career. You could also explain that
you were looking for a more challenging role or perhaps summarize important
lessons that you have learned as a result.
When the interviewer has given you the
opportunity to discuss your strengths in depth, some people find it difficult
to answer for fear of sounding arrogant. If you are conscious of this, in order
to mindfully answer this question, it is advisable to select two or three attributes
or skills that are relevant to the position that you are applying for and focus
on them. It can also be advantageous to cite observations that other people,
particularly any superiors, have made about your work or professional
characteristics.
After you have discussed your greatest
strengths, it is commonplace for the following question to be related to your
greatest weakness. While it can feel naturally uncomfortable to highlight any
weaknesses to a potential employer, answering this question correctly will
allow you to demonstrate your ability to be self-reflective and self-aware; two
key leadership qualities. It is best to mention only one flaw, and then
immediately describe the actions that you have taken to correct it. For
example, if your flaw is that you are a weak presenter, explain that you have
undertaken classes to improve your ability in this area.
Many interview questions often focus on key
skills for the position on offer, so make sure that you have prepared examples
of your ability for all key skills that the job requires. Once you have
prepared your examples, practice them aloud to enable yourself to speak
confidently during the interview.
Much like with the greatest weakness question,
being asked about your failed projects can be another way that interviewers
catch their candidates off guard. It is highly important to avoid saying
answers such as “but it wasn’t my fault” or “it would have worked if they had
listened to me.” The interviewer is not interested in who was to blame, and
does not aim to embarrass you on your past mistakes. What they are looking for
is someone who is able to learn from their mistakes and have the experience and
knowledge to ensure that the mistakes do not repeat themselves. Answering that
you “don’t have any failed projects” could show that you lack experience, so it
is best to avoid that answer too. Give the interviewer a concise story with an
explicit conclusion that demonstrates your ability to learn.
When questions like this appear during an
interview, it really highlights the importance of conducting due diligence and
research on the potential employer. Executives are hired to make decisions and
think on the spot, and so this is a great way for recruiters and potential
employers to test this. The interviewer will not expect a fully thought out
strategy, but will assess the candidate’s thought process, attitude, and
priorities.
In today’s professional environment, the
concept of culture fit is increasingly becoming a top priority in the
recruitment process. The more senior the position, the more important it is to
find a cultural fit, as these characteristics will affect their leadership
style. Prior to the interview, candidates can gain an understanding of the
company’s culture by reading their website, particularly the “About Us”
section. Assess how they have chosen to present themselves to their clients,
and even the style of the staff photographs. Companies with relaxed and casual
photographs of staff are likely to have relaxed and casual environments. The
photographs are also a good indicator of the appropriate dress code for their
office too.
There are other less explicit ways in
which this question can be asked such as “what do you do when you are not
working?” and “What inspires you?” so be prepared to speak about yourself on a
non-professional topic.
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