Interviews can be daunting, but the right prep makes all the difference. We’ve pulled together our experience, candidate feedback, and industry insights to break down the most common questions, what they really mean, and how to answer them like a pro.
Remember: These are common, but not exhaustive. The best tool in your kit? You know yourself better than anyone else.
“So, tell me a bit about yourself…”
What they’re really asking: Can you communicate clearly, confidently, and concisely?
How to answer:
Give a 2–3 minute overview of your career to date, key skills, and relevant experience—tailored to the role. Keep it professional and positive.
“Tell me about your current role…”
What they’re really asking: How does what you do now relate to what we need?
How to answer:
Talk through your responsibilities, highlight relevant experience, and link it back to the role you’re applying for. Stay positive—no job bashing.
“Are you happy with how your career has gone so far?”
What they’re really asking: Are you optimistic and self-aware?
How to answer:
“Yes,” then explain. Mention your gratitude for what you’ve learned, and share what you’re looking to grow into next.
“What do you like about your current role?”
What they’re really asking: Are you a good cultural and personality fit?
How to answer:
Highlight positive aspects—teamwork, learning, impact—and link them to what you see in their role or company.
“How do you handle conflict?”
What they’re really asking: Can you solve problems calmly and constructively?
How to answer:
Use a real-life example. Focus on how you listened, collaborated, and found a resolution.
“What are your strengths?”
What they’re really asking: How will you add value?
How to answer:
Pick 2–3 job-relevant strengths with solid examples. Focus on technical/professional skills that make a difference.
“What are your biggest achievements?”
What they’re really asking: Are you results-driven?
How to answer:
Share one or two achievements with context, your role, and outcomes. Make them relevant and recent.
“What’s been your toughest challenge?”
What they’re really asking: How do you handle setbacks?
How to answer:
Talk through a work-related challenge, how you addressed it, what you learned, and what changed as a result.
“Where do you see yourself in 5–10 years?”
What they’re really asking: Are you motivated and realistic?
How to answer:
Share your growth goals and how this role fits into that. Show ambition without sounding like you’re eyeing their chair.
“What do you dislike about your current role?”
What they’re really asking: Will you hate this job too?
How to answer:
Stay neutral. Mention something small or company-related (not role-specific), and frame it as a growth opportunity.
“What are your weaknesses?”
What they’re really asking: Are you self-aware and improving?
How to answer:
Pick a real (but safe) weakness, explain how you’re working on it, and what progress you’ve made.
“Why are you leaving your current role?”
What they’re really asking: What’s motivating your move?
How to answer:
Stay positive. Focus on growth, challenge, and opportunity—not on what’s wrong with your current job.
“Do you have any questions for us?”
What they’re really asking: Are you genuinely interested?
How to answer:
Yes! Ask about the team, growth opportunities, company culture, or what success looks like in the role.
Final Tips:
- Practice, don’t memorise—keep it natural.
- Tailor your responses to the role.
- Show confidence, positivity, and curiosity.
You’ve got this. The more prepared you are, the more confident you’ll feel walking in.