One is for customer service at the post office and the other is for sales assistant...many thanks xx Tell me about yourself
(a brief description of you work experience). I am a quicklearner, punctual, work well under pressure and like taking on new challenges.
What motivates you?
The satisfaction that comes from achieving results from my work whether it be knowing that im helping people or doing the best that I can do in a task and knowing I did it exceptionally well.
Why do you want this job?
i am looking for a job that will allow me to put into it as much as i get from it, and from what i can tell.. this seems like the kind of company i would like to get involved in. i love learning new things and i am always up for a challenge.
What can you bring to the party?
I bring to this position my experience and education. My organizational skills, a willingness to learn and take on new challenges, as well as the motivation to meet and exceed all the goals and deadlines set by my manager.
I am a dependable and reliable team player. I consider how my decisions affect those around me. I have the personality and background that fits the position as you have described it to me.
What are your strengths?
I am reliable and trustworthy and am good with computers. I work efficiently and effectively to solve any challenge that comes my way.
What are your weaknesses?
When I make a mistake I'm very hard on myself. I need to learn to not be so hard on myself and focus on what I learned from my mistake.
Why should we hire you?
As listed in your ad for (position) I have the necessary skills required. I can be an asset to your organization. I'm passionate, work well with others able to get the job done.
I鈥檓 a dedicated person and i'm responisble toward my work.
I am willing to learn anything new that will help with my performance at work.
I am a hard worker. I am punctual and I am helpful and friendly. I am fair and if I find myself needing help with a job I will ask someone to help me. I am a team player and feel that I can work with a team.
Why do you want to work for this organization?
Because you will give me the best opportunity to show my skills and determination in helping you succeed in my chosen profession.
I want to join the company because it provides me with an opportunity to do something I enjoy and will do well.
Why would you be good for this job?
I enjoy doing this type of work and you have the skills to do it well.
Because I'm honest, reliable and uncomplicated
Because I feel I have alot to offer your company with my broad range of skills and experience, I also have the desire to further develop myself as an employee to enable me to do the best job I can.
I feel I am the best candidate for the job, and while i may not have experience in all of the required areas, I am willing to learn.
How do you handle working under pressure?
I've always coped well with pressure. In fact I work better when faced with deadlines as I love the challenge.
How do you handle an angry customer?
Always handle an angry customer with respect. Don't take it personally that they are venting on you. Try your best to resolve whatever problem, and if you can't, direct them to someone who can. Just don't leave it unsolved.
How do you manage your role in a team work environment ?
My role in a team work environment is to help and assist in any way possible. To be positive. To listen and to help solve problems as they arise. Everything is done by teamwork, cooperating together. Lead and assist, train as necessary, and to always accept diversity.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I see myself continuing in administration and enjoying being challenged by the job
I hope to be higher up the corporate ladder, perhaps as a Personal Assistant.
What does customer service mean to you?
It means delivering the best service you can to the customer, politely, promptly and to the best of your ability. Always putting the customers needs first.
Questions to ask the interviewer
Ask them what the duties of the job are or ask them to clarify a specific job duty. You can ask them about their dress code or any other thing that you want to know.
Hope this helps! It worked for me! In nearly every interview I've had, I've been asked "Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?" Another one is "What do you feel you can bring to this company that will make us choose you?"
As a customer service personnel at the Post Office, you will have to be checked for any criminal activity, don't feel awkward about this, as it's the law. Good luck in the job. If you were talking to a customer and had to fart, would you.
A. Fart
B. Excuse yourself
C. Try to hold it in.
D. Turn around and light it. |
