10 Common Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

Interview preparation is about frameworks, not memorizing scripts. Here are ten questions that appear in almost every hiring process.

1. Tell me about yourself

Give a 60–90 second pitch: current role, relevant experience, key strengths, and why you are interested in this opportunity.

2. Why do you want this job?

Connect your skills to the company’s product, culture, and growth path. Show you researched the role.

3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Pick strengths tied to the job. For weaknesses, share something real plus the steps you take to improve.

4. Describe a challenge you solved

Use STAR: Situation, Task, Action, Result. Quantify impact whenever possible.

5. Why are you leaving your current job?

Stay positive. Focus on growth, learning, or alignment — never bad-mouth previous employers.