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The 3 questions you’ll be asked during a job interview

By Amber Carucci

Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, and part of the anxiety is due to uncertainty over which questions you’ll be asked. Will the recruiter or hiring manager stick to run-of-the-mill questions? Or will the discussion take a more unconventional approach?

Although it’s impossible to predict the exact questions during an interview, you can go into it prepared. That includes thinking through your answers to what top executive recruiters agree are the three true job interview questions, as reported by Forbes.com.

Here’s a look at those questions, plus some tips to help you prepare your responses.

Can you do the job?

It’s hard to get a sense of how well you’ll tackle your new responsibilities by simply reading your resume and cover letter. That’s why a job interview is a critical opportunity to highlight various skills and professional anecdotes that demonstrate what you’re able to do.

Have some examples ready so that you can help the recruiter get a vivid picture of what you bring to the job—and how you’ll likely handle the position.

Will you love the job?

Employee morale and company culture are important for any business. Happy, satisfied employees tend to be more motivated and productive, meaning they’re more valuable.

Be prepared to demonstrate your motivation and why you want the job. Give the recruiter examples of what makes you happy, and connect those things to the position and workplace.

For example, you may thrive in a challenging environment in which you learn new skills. Or perhaps you love interacting with people and clients, and those relationships will become an important part of your new role.

Can we tolerate working with you?

Not only is it important to demonstrate that you’ll be a good fit, but also it’s also vital that those making the hiring decision see you as a valuable addition to the team. This is when background research on the company becomes incredibly useful. During the interview, you can talk through how your preferences align with the company’s relationships, values, and environment. Help the recruiter visualize you as part of the team. Your chances at receiving a job offer will increase.

Of course, the chances are good that you get a question that comes from left field. But by preparing for these questions, you’ll be ready to give the recruiter an accurate depiction not just of your personality and skills, and how you’ll be an asset to the company and its culture.

Amber Carucci heads up the team of writers for the Burns & McDonnell corporate blog as well as the Burns & McDonnell HR blog, where a version of this story first appeared. She's also part of a team that leads the company's social media efforts.