Congratulations, you have passed your first interview and are ready to move on to the next step, the second interview. This interview is generally more in-depth than the first and takes you one step closer to being hired. For the interview to go smoothly, you must be prepared to answer any questions that are asked in the interview process.
The questions in the second interview are usually similar to the questions in the initial interview. Because of this, try to remember questions that you had difficulty answering during the first interview, and practice new and improved answers. However, often the second interview questions are new and harder to answer than the first because the interviewers are really trying to get a good idea of who they are hiring and therefore may ask more difficult questions. Some of the possible types of questions that you may be asked to answer are as follows:
o Open questions. This type of question is about your strength and personality by asking you to contribute a long answer. They usually start with the interviewer asking you to tell him about a particular point in his educational or work history. These questions are best answered by highlighting your strengths and abilities, and remember that it is unwise to answer the question by stating your weaknesses and limitations.
o Closed questions. Closed questions are generally answered with a simple yes or no. However, in some cases, interviewers will ask for specific, factual information when you answer the question.
o Behavioral questions. These questions attempt to predict your future behavior based on your past experience. When answering these types of questions, share your past experience with a focus on how you have developed your skills.
o Hypothetical questions. These types of questions usually force you to think deeply. It is usually asked in the form of a “what if” question. The purpose of these types of questions is to assess your ability to think immediately and provide a thoughtful response.
In general, these questions tend to focus more on your personality and technical skills, so be sure to answer the questions consistently. Also, try to tailor your answer in such a way that the interviewer likes the way you answer the question. Your first interview was a success, that’s why you got the second interview, so study hard and prepare to succeed with these great tips.