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What was a challenging project, and how did you manage it?

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This takes the conversation from the theoretical to the practical. You can see how the person responded to real-life problems, which helps you determine how they would manage projects at your organization. This question also provides a sense of the person, such as how they lead teams and deal with conflicts. By asking about a … Read more

Have you worked in this industry before?

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Does the candidate have experience in your industry? If they don’t, it’s not a game-closer. Much of project management is the same from industry to industry. Perhaps they have strong skills that relate to your industry, even if they don’t have direct experience. However, if they do have experience in your field, that’s a plus, … Read more

What’s your background, personally and professionally?

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It’s important to get a snapshot of the applicant to bring their project manager resume into sharper focus. Knowing a bit about their life story can inform how they might respond to issues at work, and whether they will fit into the corporate culture. The same goes for their professional history. Staying at a single … Read more

Your interview is more or less coming to an end when the interviewer asks you, “Do you have any questions for me?”

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Never say “no” as this is perhaps the worst response ever given by any interview candidate! Remember that interviews are not integrations but are business conversations where both the parties should ask and respond to questions. Coming back to the situation, the best answer for a fresher is as follows: Possible Answer #1: “Yes, I … Read more

Why do you want to leave your current job?

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This a very common HR interview question which is asked to assess whether the candidate will stick around and align him/herself with the company’s mission statement. The question can be answered in the following manner. Possible answer: ” I have been working with a great team in my current company and have learnt a lot … Read more