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ENGLISH CORNER NYC
Interview Conversations
Bobby Deng
www.facebook.com/englishcornernyc
Introduction
Frame of Mind
Questions
Response
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTIONS
INTRODUCTIONS
Be Prepared. It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.
Be Confident. It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.
FRAME OF MIND
Be Enthusiastic and Interested. Everything is so exciting.
FRAME OF MIND
Adapt. Read your interviewer’s language, outfit, style, and environment
FRAME OF MIND
Introduction question:• Tell me about yourself // Walk me through your resume
Behavioral Questions:• If your co-workers were here, what would they say about
you?• Tell me about a time you had to take leadership.• Tell me about a time you had to work with someone
difficult.
Remaining Questions:• Do you have any questions for me?
QUESTIONS
Introduction Question• Tell a thematic story• Keep it at a high level• Share your passion
RESPONSE
Previous Work
Experience
Professional Interests
Why this company/job
?
Behavioral Questions• Show your teamwork and leadership skills• Demonstrate your communication skills – over
communication
RESPONSE
Context Action Result
Questions for the Interviewer• Not just an opportunity to ask questions, rather a chance to
really showcase interest, good fit, and impress them• Don’t ask the basic questions that could be answered
through research and homework
Sample Questions• How did you start your career and why did you come here?• What has been your biggest contribution to the company? • What’s your point-of-view on (industry related topic)?• What difficulties have you faced recently that challenged
you to grow?
RESPONSE