- Tell me about a time you had to address problematic behavior from a coworker. …
- Remind me why you are leaving your current employer. …
- Have you ever encountered a situation when you were asked to share confidential or sensitive information?
Job Interview: How To Answer “Professionalism” Questions (with former CEO)
Our understanding of professionalism is heavily influenced by cultural contexts and work environments; as different professions are characterized by different bodies of knowledge, scopes of practice, values and codes of conduct, professionalism is defined in differing terms by particular companies. That said, there are a number of professional characteristics common to all work environments, and there are a variety of interview questions that test for these characteristics in applicants.
Based in Ottawa, Canada, Chris Wolski started writing professionally for non-governmental organizations in 2007. He has written communications material for marketing firms and small businesses, and he has published articles for various websites. Wolski received a national coaching certification in 2001 and a Master of Arts in political science from York University in 2007.
50+ most common job interview questions
This question seems simple, so many people fail to prepare for it, but it’s crucial. Heres the deal: Don’t give your complete employment (or personal) history. Instead, give a pitch—one that’s concise and compelling and that shows exactly why you’re the right fit for the job. Muse writer and MIT career counselor Lily Zhang recommends using a present, past, future formula. Talk a little bit about your current role (including the scope and perhaps one big accomplishment), then give some background as to how you got there and experience you have that’s relevant. Finally, segue into why you want—and would be perfect for—this role.
Possible answer to “Tell me about yourself.”
“Well, I’m currently an account executive at Smith, where I handle our top-performing client. Before that, I worked at an agency where I was on three different major national healthcare brands. And while I really enjoyed the work that I did, I’d love the chance to dig in much deeper with one specific healthcare company, which is why I’m so excited about this opportunity with Metro Health Center.”
• Is less motivated than others to achieve. • Appears less knowledgeable to others about subject matter or field. • Is complacent about achievements. • Sets easy targets and personal objectives. • Allows pressure to get to him/her. • Tends to find it hard to bounce back after setbacks and difficult challenges.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements. • Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. • Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. • Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. • Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. • Remains calm in stressful situations.
FAQ
How would you define professionalism interview question?
How do you demonstrate professionalism in an interview?
- Keep Your Phone Off And Out Of Sight. Don’t answer the phone, respond to a text, or check a notification during the interview. …
- Smile And Be Grateful. …
- Show Up 10-15 Minutes Early. …
- Don’t Interrupt Anyone While They’re Talking. …
- Dress For Success.
What are 10 good interview questions?
- Tell me something about yourself.
- How did you hear about this position?
- Why do you want to work here?
- Why did you decide to apply for this position?
- What is your greatest strength?
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- What do you know about this company/organization?
