Describe a time when you had to persuade others. How did you get buy-in?

The trick to this question is to demonstrate that you not only persuaded others of a decision, but that it was the right decision. As a data analyst intern at my last company, we didn’t really have a modern means of transferring files between coworkers. We used flash drives. It took some work, but eventually … Read more

Where do you see yourself in five years?

This question can be a bit tricky. There are land mines all over the place. For example, you might be tempted to say you see yourself running the whole joint, but that’s obviously unwise. It demonstrates ambition and enthusiasm, but you’re all but saying you’re going to mutiny the leaders currently in charge. You also … Read more

Why do you want to be a data analyst?

For the most part, this sort of question can serve as an icebreaker. However, sometimes, even if the interviewers don’t explicitly say it, they expect you to answer a more specific question: “Why do you want to be a data analyst for us?” With these self-reflective questions, there’s not really a right answer I can … Read more

What is the monthly profit of your favorite restaurant?

Pick a small family restaurant and not a chain of restaurants. This should make calculations much easier. Then define the main parameters of the restaurant that we are talking about: Days of the week in which the restaurant is open Number of tables/seats Average number of visitors: – during lunchtime; – at dinner; Average expenditure: … Read more

A car travels a distance of 60 miles at an average speed of 30 miles per hour. How fast does the car need to travel on the way back (taking the same road) in order to average 40 miles per hour over the course of the entire trip?

You need to build the following equation: The total distance that needs to be traveled both ways is 120 miles. The average speed that we need to obtain is 40 miles; therefore, the car must travel for 3 hours in order to achieve that: 120 miles/40 miles per hour = 3 hours The car has … Read more