Some of the hardest executive interview questions. What the interviewer is really asking and how to answer them.

1. The Hardest Interview Questions Answered
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2. Q: If employed, how do you
manage time for interviews?
 What they are really asking - Are you short-changing
your current employer?
 Best Answer - "I'm taking personal time and only
interview for positions that are a terrific match."
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3. Q: Why have you been out of
work so long, and how many
others were laid off?
 What they are really asking - What's wrong with you?
 Best Answer -"I was an excellent employee who gave
more than a day's work for a day's pay."
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4. Q: How did you prepare for this
interview?
 What they are really asking – How much do you really
care about this job?
 Best Answer - "I very much want this job, and of course
researched it starting with the company website."
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5. Q: Do you know anyone who
works for us?
 What they are really asking – Who might be a good
judge of your true character?
 Best Answer - If you do know someone, only mention
them by name if you're certain of their positive
standing within the organization.
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6. Q: Where would you really like to
work?
 What they are really asking – Are you applying for
every job in sight?
 Best Answer - "This is where I want to work, and this
job is what I want to do."
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7. Q: What bugs you about co-
workers or bosses?
 What they are really asking – Are you impossible to
work with?
 Best Answer - "I can't recall anything in particular. I've
been lucky to have good bosses who were
knowledgeable and fair and past coworkers who were
able, supportive and friendly."
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8. Q: Can you describe how you
solved a work or school problem?
 What they are really asking – Can you think critically?
 Best Answer - Highlight an instance that favorably
reflects how your mind works and spotlights your
skills and achievements.
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9. Q: Can you describe a work
instance where you messed up?
 What they are really asking – Are you so insecure or
terrible that you will list out all of your personal flaws?
 Best Answer - Briefly mention a single small, well-
intentioned goof and follow up with an important
lesson learned from the experience.
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10. Q: How does this position
compare with others you're
applying for?
 What they are really asking – Who else is interested,
and what will it take to bring you on board?
 Best Answer - "I respect the privacy of any
organization where I interview. Have I found my
destination here?"
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11. Q: If you won the lottery, would
you still work?
 What they are really asking – Are you really a
motivated and hard worker?
 Best Answer - "While I'd be thrilled to win the lottery, I
would still look for meaningful work because meeting
challenges and achieving makes me happy."
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