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10 Unexpected Interview Questions

January 9, 2012, Posted by Black EOE Journal

Why haven't you found a new position before now?
Finding a job is the easy part but finding the right job is much more difficult. You are trying to be "selective."
Have you ever thought of leaving your present position before? If yes, what do you think kept you there?
Challenge is what kept you in your current position but it is not there anymore. Any other time you considered leaving it was due to lack of challenge and growth.
What do you think of your boss?
This is a question that can make or break an interview every time. The person talking to you might be your boss either today or in the future and does not want to hear you trash your current or past boss/employer. NEVER talk negatively about this and always try and stay as positive as possible.
Describe a situation in which your work was criticized.
Make sure the example you give is a positive one, meaning that even though there might have been a problem with a certain task or project you were involved in, you came away from it and learned something. Always be positive.
What other types of jobs or companies are you considering?
If you are going to talk about this subject then make sure that you mention ONLY jobs related to this field or industry. Interviewers do NOT want to hear that you are thinking of becoming an accountant when you are applying for a Web designer position. It tells them that you might not be as serious about staying a web designer. Nobody wants to hire someone that is already interested in changing careers before the position is even accepted.
6. Where would you like to be 5 years or 10 years from now?
This is a tough question unless you have otherworldly powers. Your answer should reflect what you want the interviewer to know about you. Example: " I see myself continuing to learn and grow and take on new challenges." This tells the interviewer that you are interested in moving forward in your career and want to build upon previous success.
What are your weaknesses?
This is a very common question. If you say you have no weaknesses then you come off looking arrogant. If you try and use humor then you may appear too dismissive. This is