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• #57: What was the toughest part of your last job?

  TRAPS: This is slightly different from the question raised earlier, “What’s the most difficult part of being a (job title…)” because this a...

• #14: Tell me honestly about the strong points and weak points of your boss (company, management team

  TRAPS: Skillfull interviewers sometimes make it almost irresistible to open up and air a little dirty laundry from your previous position....

• #09: Where do you see yourself five years from now?

  TRAPS: One reason interviewers ask this question is to see if you’re settling for this position, using it merely as a stopover until somet...

• #54: “The Salary Question” – How much money do you want?

  TRAPS: May also be phrases as, “What salary are you worth?”…or, “How much are you making now?” This is your most important negotiation. H...

• #10: Describe your ideal company, location and job.

  TRAPS: This is often asked by an experienced interviewer who thinks you may be overqualified, but knows better than to show his hand by po...

• #02: What are your greatest strengths?

  TRAPS: This question seems like a softball lob, but be prepared. You don't want to come across as egotistical or arrogant. Neither is this...