דוגמאות לראיון עבודה באנגלית - אנגלית עסקית

במאמר הבא נביא שאלות נפוצות שקיימות בראיונות עבודה בחברות אמריקאיות ונביא דוגמאות לתשובות תקינות בשפה הנדרשת באנגלית עסקית.

התשובות שנביא כאן הם לא המלצות על מה לומר בראיונות עבודה אלא רק הדרך התקינה בשפה האנגלית לענות על שאלות מסוג אלו.

המלצה אישית שלי היא לעשות כמה שיעורים עם מורה פרטי שמכיר ועבד עם חברות מסוג החברה שאתם מתכוננים לראיון עבודה איתה, ולעשות איתו הדמייה של ראיונות עבודה בהתאם למקצוע שלכם ולאוצר מילים שעליכם להכיר בנושא. זה יוריד קצת לחץ שמישהו אומר לכם שהשפה שלכם תקינה וגם עוזר להכיר מילים חדשות שלא הכרתם או לא ידעתם מתי צריך ונכון לומר. אל תשכחו - practice makes perfect.

1. Tell me a little about yourself? (summary, major strengths and skills)

• I am a senior business consultant with over ten years of experience in business processes, corporate strategy, and supply chain strategy planning for major global organizations. 
• My greatest strengths are my knowledge of strategic planning, international finance, and track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• My skills include the ability to interact effectively with people at all levels, excellent IT skills, and multitasking proficiency.

2. Describe a problem you faced and how you handled it. 

• When the new product's software development was delayed, I coordinated the team that was able to get the schedule back on track In a very short period of time, we were able to resolve the most significant problems.
• A long-standing client was about to take their business elsewhere. I met with the client and discussed their expectations, then made significant adjustments to how we managed the account on a daily basis.

3. What have you learned from your mistakes? 

• I enjoyed the people and atmosphere at XYZ (company) very much. One of the reasons I left was that I felt I had reached my full potential and was no longer being sufficiently challenged.
• My manager tried to assist me, but it was evident that there were few opportunities to advance my career within the organization.

4. What can you contribute to the company?

• I am a diligent worker with the experience, connections, and expertise to contribute to the expansion of the company.
• I am results-oriented, organized, and enjoy working in diverse teams, which I believe is a great fit for the company and its culture.
• I have strong interpersonal skills, am a people-person, and enjoy helping teams work more efficiently, which I believe is a great fit for the company's culture.

5. What was your biggest accomplishment in this position?

• I performed operational due diligence reviews, business risk analysis and audits, and benchmarking programs for a global business unit as part of an interdepartmental team.
• I conducted statistical analysis as a member of a global team to identify the processes and activities associated with delivering value to the end customer. By creating a leaner and more efficient supply chain, we were able to reduce the overall time required to bring our products to market.
• I planned, designed, and implemented marketing campaigns utilizing social media, direct mail, and email. I was responsible for managing the content on all of our websites and social media platforms.

6. What are your strengths?

• My time management skills are exceptional, and I am a highly organized and efficient individual.
• I am proud of my customer service and interpersonal skills, which have enabled me to resolve numerous challenging client issues.
• I am highly adaptable and flexible, which enables me to perform well and swiftly in unfamiliar situations.

7. What are your weaknesses?

• I'm a bit of a perfectionist, but I'm learning to strike a balance between being thorough and meeting strict deadlines.
• Sometimes I take too much responsibility for a project, but I've learned to take a step back to see the big picture when necessary.
• I used to prefer to complete one project before beginning another, but I've since learned to work on multiple projects simultaneously. I believe it allows me to be more effective and creative in each of them.

8. What do you think of your previous manager or director? 

• My previous supervisor was extremely diligent, conscientious, and attentive to detail. This motivated me to work quickly and diligently.
• My previous manager fostered an excellent work environment and helped our team perform well and collaborate effectively. She was a combination of manager and mentor for me, which contributed to my professional development.

9. What do you expect from a Manager or Director?

• I value a workplace where the manager is forthright and honest. A manager who listens and encourages my professional development. I also believe that there must be mutual respect and effective two-way communication.
• A manager or director is expected to lead by example. I believe that we must establish a positive work environment based on mutual respect, trust, and open communication.
• A manager should be organized, an effective delegator, and on top of things. Be someone whose team can rely on to complete their tasks and who provides positive, constructive feedback.

10. How would you describe your personality? 

• I am results-oriented, a diligent worker, and I enjoy working in diverse teams.
• I possess strong interpersonal skills, am conscientious, and enjoy enhancing teamwork.
• I am a quick learner, adaptable to new situations, and highly motivated by difficulties and challenges.

11. What interests you least about this position?

• Administrative duties are probably the least interesting aspect of my job, but I recognize the importance of pitching in when needed.
• This is difficult to answer without more "day-to-day" involvement in the job.
• In an ideal world, I would like to have more responsibility as soon as possible, but I am aware that I must first demonstrate that I am capable of handling additional responsibility.

12. What do you like about working in teams?

• I am at ease working in groups, either as a team member or by taking the initiative to lead the group.
• I believe I can contribute significantly to a team environment because I am outgoing, sociable, and have excellent communication skills.
• I believe having diverse team members contributes to having a variety of perspectives, and synergies between team members frequently produce creative and productive outcomes.

13. Where do you see yourself in 3 and 5 years time?

• My long-term objectives include expanding as the company expands. Where I can continue to learn, assume more responsibilities, and make a contribution.
• As I gain more experience, I hope to transition from a technical position to one in management.
• To better understand the strategic direction of the company, I anticipate gaining experience in a variety of company departments.

14. Why did you leave your last position?

• I am interested in a new challenge and the chance to use my technical skills and experience in a new capacity.
• I left my previous job because the position's responsibilities had changed significantly since I began working there.
• My previous position was eliminated as a result of organizational restructuring, and I was subsequently laid off.

15. How do you handle stress and pressure?

• I attempt to respond to situations rather than to anxiety. In this manner, the situation is handled and does not escalate.
• Prioritizing my responsibilities so that I have a clear understanding of what needs to be done and when has enabled me to effectively manage job pressure.
• It's all about striking the right balance, and I exercise regularly to prevent stress from building up.

16. What motivates you?

• In my previous position, I was motivated by the challenge of completing projects on time and by managing the teams that accomplished these objectives.
• I've always been motivated by a combination of wanting to do the best job possible, achieving success, and continuing to develop professionally.
• I want to excel and be successful at work for both my own satisfaction and that of my employer.

17. How do you handle it when you know your manager or boss is wrong?

• Much depends on the circumstances and the manager's personality. If the circumstance is unimportant, it is best to concentrate on the relationship.
• If the situation was crucial, I would respectfully emphasize to my manager the negative consequences of the decision.
• If I told my previous manager, "I think it might work better if I do what you asked, but in this way," she would typically say, "Okay, try it."

18. What are your salary requirements? 

• Prior to discussing salary, I'd like to learn more about the responsibilities and challenges of the position.
• Based on my market research, my salary range is between $180,000 (min) and $240,000 (max)
• My salary expectations are flexible. What were you contemplating? I will need to consider it first.

19. What has been the greatest disappointment in your life?

• Life is full of ups and downs, and for me, it's all about how you respond to adversity.
• I am an optimistic person who attempts to find the good in every situation. Probably when I left the company; it was a difficult decision, but I grew from it.