First time job interview and you are nervous. What questions are likely to be asked, you wonder. It's always better to anticipate certain questions and prepare your answers in advance so that you are not at a loss for words. We list here a few questions that you could practise your replies for, maybe in front of a mirror or even a friend or relative and come out a winner.

How is your previous experience (or education) applicable to the job you are seeking?
If you have properly prepared yourself, you can speak about how relevant your knowledge or skills are to the company's needs. If you don't know, then just talk about yourself as a loyal and committed hard worker.

Why should we hire you rather than other candidates?
A thoughtful answer is that you do not know the other candidates and cannot tell in which ways you might be superior or even different. You should, however like the interviewer to be aware of your skills, competency and desire to work for the company and then make the judgement for herself.

How fast can you type?
If you aren't applying for a secretarial job, don't say how fast you are: rather, ask in what way typing might be relevant to your job.

What are your strengths?
Do not be modest. Talk about your strengths with confidence, and refer to accomplishments as evidence of these strengths.

What are your weaknesses?
Remember that weaknesses - such as being a perfectionist, paying too much attention to detail, or staying after hours until the job is done - can be seen as strengths.

Are you applying elsewhere?
If you are, say so, but do not name the companies. The interviewer will see you as honest - and will see the market for your services as competitive.

What salary do you expect?
The salary question is tricky. Do not answer unless you know the salary that people at your level are getting and your minimum requirements. Ideally, let the interviewer mention the salary. You can always negotiate or defer the salary issue until you have a firm offer.
Armed with sheer confidence and the right attitude, with a wealth of the above-mentioned information, make sure you bag that much-coveted job.

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