Job Interview

Basic Interview Questions

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1. How are you/What about you?

I’m fine thanks.

2. Tell me something about yourself.

Thank you for shorting me for the interview. My name is Porshia Nowrin, and I am from Khulna, Bangladesh. I
have 9 years of experience in administrative support, working in the Education and Training sector. I am proud
to say that I have excelled in all these tasks in my previous roles. In my previous roles as an Administrative
Assistant, I answered an average of 20 telephone calls and messages per day, solved problems, provided
updated information, typed and proofread over 1000 documents, compiled over 1000 data, statistics, and other
information, scheduled appointments, maintained inventory, and greeted people. I also achieved a track record
of 95% success in data entry, filing, and record-keeping.

I am highly skilled in MS Office and Google Docs, and I possess excellent attention to detail and the ability to
work under pressure. I am a highly organized and detail-oriented individual who takes pride in my work. I am
always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.

Currently, with this experience and skills, I’m looking for an opportunity to take the next step in my career. I’m
hoping to do so in an organization like yours that works to improve the environment, which is something I’m
passionate about.

3. How did you hear about this position?

I learned about this job opening when I was browsing Job Bank. I was looking for the keyword 'Administrative
Assistant'. That is why I found your company. I started to read about the job details, and I understood that the
job description matched my experience, especially my background in administrative support and my skills, like
a fast-paced environment and working under pressure. Those are definitely two words that I noticed when
reading through your posting. I would love to be a part of your team.
4. Why did you decide to apply for this position?
What attracted you to this company?
'Why do you want to work here?'
'What motivated you to apply for a job at this company?'
'Why do you want to join this company?'

I wasn't familiar with JBC Holdings before I found the job listing for this role, but I had an immediate interest
in the job. My knowledge and skills align with your requirements, and I got a positive impression of the
company through the professional tone of the job description. This motivated me to learn more, so I visited the
company website. I read about the finance team and found they have exceptional qualifications, which makes
me feel confident about my ability to advance in my career at JBC Holdings.

I want this job because I am looking for an opportunity that lets me exercise my skills. I feel this position will
allow me to succeed because my communication and interpersonal skills help me establish meaningful
relationships, and my experience with MS Office allows me to confidently type and proofread correspondence.

5. What are your biggest strengths (skills)? and how have you used that strength in your career?

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My biggest strength is that I can think on my feet and can work under a lot of pressure. As an Office Assistant
Cum Computer Oparetor at Sundarban Institute of Technology, we were organizing an IT conference that
needed a number of last-minute changes - due to a speaker canceling because of an emergency and 2 of our
volunteers not being able to show up.

So, we gave more time to each speaker and added a questions and answer section at the end of each speech. We
also encouraged the present speakers to talk about their business and personal experience more in-depth after
they were done with their speech.

In the end, everything went well without any other problems.

6. What is your biggest weakness? And how are working to improve it? (‡hB `ÿZv Re G D‡jøL _vK‡e bv
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My greatest weakness is that I get impatient when my work runs past the deadline. I get uncomfortable when
work is not completed on time. To avoid this, I’ve started paying more attention to how I’m reacting to make
sure I’m being motivational and helping foster efficiency.

7. What do you know about this company/organization.

***What have you read in the news recently about this organization? (search update news or same
answer).

Answer type: Cover the basics. Start by giving a brief overview of the company's background, including its
industry, products or services, and target market. This shows that you have a solid understanding of the
organization and what they do.
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Example: I know and love the fact that the company was founded in 1994 by a woman, Barbara Brown. I feel a
real connection to the mission and values of this company and I am so impressed by how much it has grown
over the last several years. The work that you did for Monroe was so innovative yet heartfelt and I knew as soon
as I saw it that I wanted to be a part of the creative team here. I was really glad to see that your work on that
campaign was recognized with an ADDY this past year.

8. How do I describe my business in one sentence? (for Porshia Express)

Describe your business in one sentence. What do you do and who do you do it for? For example, a bike shop's
identity might be: "We offer high-quality biking gear for families and regular people, not just
gearheads." Your identity is what sets you apart from the competition.

9. Why should we hire you?

***Why do you think you’d be a good fit for this role?

“I should be hired for this role because of my relevant experience, skills and passion. I've researched the
company and can add value to its growth. My positive attitude, work ethics, and long-term goals align with the
job requirements, making me a committed and valuable asset to the company.”

“I am a good candidate for this position, as I have experience working in different work environments of
varying team and company sizes, often in a fast-paced environment. My excellent communication skills allow
me to create working relationships based on trust and mutual respect.”

10. What are your salary requirements?

"I’m really excited by the salary you described in the job details! $XX seems like the right starting salary.
There’s a lot to take on, and I’m confident I’d succeed in the role."

11. Do you have any questions for us?

Plan to prepare 3-5 questions
Yes, I do
a) Based on this interview do you have any concerns around my ability to perform this role?
b) What are the potential challenges for this position?
c) How do you evaluate success for this role?
 d) What would you expect me to achieve within the 6 months of starting?
e) Do you have concerns about any information on my resume or cover letter?

12. What do you like best about working in this company?

Why would you like to work for this company?
why you interested in this job?
Why do you want to work at this particular company?
What's your understanding of the role and why are you interested?

Example: I'm interested in this job because I can see that, in this role, my skills could help solve this problem
within your company. I also see an opportunity for me to learn and grow these skills, so we both would benefit
personally and professionally.

13. What are you looking to in a new position?

What are you looking for in a new position sample answer?

I'm looking for a position where I can grow professionally and financially. It's important to me and gives me
further motivation to stay and grow with the company.

14. Are you considering other positions in other companies?

I am currently interviewing with a few companies (name) in similar roles. I am looking for a position that offers
administrative assistant roles and allows me to leverage my relevant skills and experience in administrative
support. Mainly, I'm interested in this job because your company has a good reputation(mention), and I believe
my skills, experience, and values would make me a great fit for this position.

15. What kind of work environment do you like best?

What kind of work environment do you like best and why?

******I have worked in education and training environments and enjoyed learning new things from each. I
would say that while I don’t prefer a particular environment, I really like working with people who are
committed to getting things done and who are passionate about their work.

***I prefer working in a group where team members can encourage each other and share their ideas. I also
enjoy working for a company where I know I can continue to grow my skills both personally and
professionally.

***I can be flexible when it comes to my work environment. From your website, it looks like the environment
in the engineering department here at RRS is fast-paced and structured to expand production. I enjoy working in
an area experiencing rapid growth, and I think this kind of environment is conducive to new ideas and
applications.

16. Where do you see yourself in five years?

What are your career goals over the next five years?
How do you want to improve yourself in the next year?
I see myself as becoming more skilled, more efficient and professional. Better person and at higher position in
the company that would never lose me at any cost.

17. What are you looking for in terms of career development?

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***I am looking for a company that values work-life balance. I believe that a healthy work-life balance is
essential for personal and professional growth, and I want to work for a company that recognizes the importance
of this balance and supports it in its policies and practices.

***I value the ability to have a good balance between my work and personal life. I am looking for a company
that allows for flexible working arrangements and that understands the importance of taking time off to recharge
and pursue personal interests.

18. What would you want to achieve in your first 30/60/90 days in the job?
What kind of goals would you have in mind if you got this job?
With my experience, I believe I can adapt quickly and effectively to the new position in your company. During
my first 30 days, I plan to meet with each member of the team and learn about the processes you have
established. After my first month in the company, I plan to use what I have learned about your processes, along
with my experience, to start delivering quality results. In my previous position, I managed to achieve my goals
within my first three months, and I am confident I can do the same in that position.

19. Why did you decide to leave your previous job?

I’m looking for a new opportunity that doesn’t exist at my previous organizations where I can develop and
expand my administrative skills and my career. At the moment, I want a job with better career growth
opportunities.
“I'm looking for a new challenge.” “I want a job with better career growth
opportunities.”

20. You spent a gap year exploring different subjects. Could you elaborate?
Your education gap:
I took a career gap because I was eager to progress in my role and bring new skills and knowledge to the team.
That's why there is a gap in my education.

21. Your passport is ready?

Yes, my passport is ready and even It has validity for 10 years.

22. What is your height?

4 foot 4 inches??

23. What is your educational background?

My educational background includes my high school diploma and my time in college, where I completed a
bachelor's degree and a master's degree. I completed three terms of higher education, and in that time, I honed
my communication and time management skills in classes. The knowledge I gained in these and other courses
would be directly beneficial to this position, and I plan to continue developing these skills in response to new
challenges in the workplace.

24. What was your favorite class in school and why?

Personally, my favorite subject is English. I have always scored well on the subject because I understand it well.
It makes learning effortless and I always manage to get good marks. There are other subjects I like too but
English definitely tops my list.

25. How would your closest friends describe you in five words?
HOW WOULD YOUR FRIENDS DESCRIBE YOU?
What 3 words would best describe you?
My friends would describe me as Honest, charismatic, supportive, confident, and funny. I can recall one time
when I was attending a work conference, and one of my good friends and coworkers was a presenter.

As an administrative assistant: Organized, Reliable, Friendly, Positive attitude, flexible, Hardworking.

My friends would describe me as [insert a description such as helpful and empathetic].

Whenever something goes wrong, I’m always the first to volunteer to help and always take time to understand
the problem and figure out how we can solve it together.

My best friend would describe me as [add up to three descriptive words, like loyal, reliable and determined].
Previously, when [describe something that happened to your friend, like an accident], [he or she] called me.
I went to [add what you did, such as waiting for the recovery truck to arrive and driving him/her home].

Note: Read Job details = take main keywords.

Note: Use key words that show how you are a good fit for this position. If it if a salesperson, mention things
like, an easy person to talk, good personality, and dependable as the traits. But if it is for a manager position,
then you can use different words like organized, helpful, considerate, and smart.

26. Were you involved in any clubs or teams while you were in school?
What Extracurricular Activities Have You Participated In?
Usually, I was not involved in any clubs or teams while I was in school. But I participated in poetry and music
programs at my school. Besides, I joined a cultural academy to learn poem recitation, music, news reading, and
representation. I also attended 25 programs, and I gave 5 auditions in the Bangladesh Betar, Khulna. I
developed leadership, teamwork, adaptability, communication, and self-motivation skills.
27. What are your hobbies?
Ans 1: I love traveling, and I try to take a trip every season. My last trip was to Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh. I
didn’t travel to any other country yet because I didn’t get that opportunity yet. I want to visit every country.
Besides, I also like Volunteering. I didn’t it yet but I want to make an organization for myself in the future.

Traveling allows me to adapt to new situations and use my organization and planning skills to ensure I have the
most fun I can. I try to anticipate possible delays and other interruptions in my travel and always have a list of
important contacts, such as my hotel front desk or travel coordinator. These strategies prepare me for many
possible situations, which is how I approach my event and travel planning as an administrative assistant.
28. Would your previous employers consider you an organized individual?
How Do You Stay Organized?
Can you consider yourself an organized person explain your answer?

***Yes, I use a variety of digital tools to help me stay organized and remember important events. Most of the
time I use a Google calendar because it makes sharing my calendar and work with others so easy. I did multi-
tasking work and always I tried my best. Besides, I worked honestly in my every job always. So, my previous
employers will consider me an organized individual.

***When I was hired in my previous roles, I quickly saw that I was going to be handling a high number of tasks
and that I’d need to use my resources efficiently if I wanted to succeed. I used an online calendar and to-do list
to track priorities and plan out my day and week. I broke down each major task into smaller pieces, which I
found helpful for time management and deciding which tasks are most critical each day.

***I'm a very organized person. I like to know exactly what I'm going to do for the day and the week. So, I
outline my tasks and organize my work load. By doing so, I can organize my time and work better.

29. What's one thing you learned in your previous position that has changed how you do your job?

Working in an environment with tight deadlines taught me how to be self-disciplined. I learned work
independently, leadership, excellent communication, organization, problem solving, and time management that
will help me thrive in this future position because I will continue my administrative job in the future.

30. How many years of experience do you have working in a clerical role?
What clerical duties were you responsible for in your previous role?

I have 9 years of relevant experience working in the Education and Training sector. I am proud to say that I
have excelled in all these tasks in my previous roles. I have gained extensive experience in scheduling
appointments, answering telephone and electronic enquiries, typing and proofreading over 1000 documents,
compiling data, setting up and maintaining manual and computerized information filing systems, determining
and establishing office procedures and routines, ordering office supplies, and maintaining inventory. I am
highly skilled in MS Office and have a keen eye for detail, which has enabled me to achieve a 95% success rate
in data entry, filing, and record-keeping.
31. How have your previous clerical positions prepared you for the kinds of tasks that are part of this
position?
** How has your previous experience prepared you for this role?
*** How does your experience make you a good fit for this role?
*** How is your previous experience relevant to this role?
I am highly skilled in MS Office and have a keen eye for detail, which has enabled me to achieve a 95%
success rate in data entry, filing, and record-keeping. Additionally, I am a team player with excellent
communication skills, and I thrive in a fast-paced environment. I am a highly organized and detail-oriented
individual who takes pride in my work. I am confident that I can effectively contribute to a dynamic team and
utilize my skills in the Administrative Assistant role. I believe that my many years’ experience and skills make
me a strong candidate for this position.

32. Which computer software have you used in the past?

Describe any office machinery you've used in your previous clerical positions.
What office equipment do you have the most familiarity with?
Which software systems are you familiar with and can use in this position? (use keywords)
I have experience using a variety of different computer software. I'm proficient with MS Office, and
Google Docs. I'm very comfortable using these programs, and I have a lot of experience doing so. I have also
used office machinery such as scanners and photocopiers, and I am most familiar with them.

33. What organizational systems/ organizational style do you use at work to ensure you keep up with all
of your duties?
I use some organizational systems. One of the easiest organizational tools to use is a planner or desk calendar.
With a calendar, I can write notes about meetings, tasks for the day, or project deadlines. I also enjoy writing
down notes for myself. I can use things like colored markers, stickers, and stamps to make designations for
specific events.

34. How do you stay motivated when you're tasked with several repetitive duties?
How do you stay organized when dealing with repetitive tasks?
How to Get the Job Done When Performing Repetitive Tasks?
How do you motivate employees doing repetitive tasks?
I use a desk calendar or notepad to schedule my recurring tasks at work into daily reminders. I receive task
alerts on my smartphone as well. I establish deadlines and pace myself. In addition, I use a timer to work in
short bursts of time—for example, twenty-five minutes—and I take breaks when I reach each goal.

35. Describe your experience handling money in your previous roles.

I primarily worked at the training branch and battalion in my previous position as an administrative assistant. I
was in charge of battalion allotment funds each month. I used to balance the register, fill it out, write a letter,
file it in the appropriate folder, and send money to the accounting department. I gained a lot of knowledge about
taking notes, making sure daily data was accurately documented, and handling disputes.

36. Describe a time in which you created a new way of doing things that improved the efficiency of your
duties.
Tell me about a time when you developed a new approach or solution in your work.
Here's an example from my first job as an administrative assistant/assistant teacher at Mahmud Edas Shishu
Academy. Our team meetings always ran over the designated timeframe, and we didn't stick to the agenda. I
suggested we add a short team brainstorming session at the end of each meeting about how to improve
meetings. It actually worked, and it developed into a permanent agenda item for improving the effectiveness of
the team. We address the topic for five to 10 minutes each meeting, and we've implemented a variety of ideas
from this regular brainstorming session.

37. Tell us about a time when you had to deal with a challenging customer. What did you do and how was
the situation resolved?
***Give me an example of when you’ve had to deal with an angry customer. How did you resolve the
situation?

As an online shop Porshia Express owner, I was once in a situation where a customer was very unhappy with
our product. She was threatening to report and give a bad review about our products. I knew that if I didn't act
quickly my online shop would lose our page, so I talked with the customer and listened to their problems. I then
did some offers for her. She can choose a new product and then we will take the previous product and another
product will be given for free with the new product she liked. After giving these offers to the customer, we were
able to come to a resolution that satisfied both parties.

38. Tell us about a time when your patience was tested at work and you responded.
What was the most difficult period in your life, and how did you deal with it?
Tell me how you handled a difficult situation.
In my last job, I was working at a camp that was so tough to maintain. I was feeling a lot of pressure from my
boss. This meant that I ended up working late nights to get the work finished on time. It was a challenging
situation, but I learned it again. That is why I acquired a lot of highly skilled skills in time management and
planning.

39. Describe an instance in which you went above and beyond your expected duties.
Give me an example of a time that you felt you went above and beyond the call of duty at work.
A few years ago, I noticed my new colleague didn't complete most of the office documents for the following
weeks. My new colleague normally completes them on time, but he has been busy with several other urgent
tasks. Rather than add to his burden by complaining, I offered to help him with some of his workloads so he
could complete the work. We worked overtime hours for a week, and I helped him catch up on everything while
learning new skills. I am always ready to go above and beyond to help a colleague or manager with tasks.

40. What skills do you have that you feel will be most beneficial to the position you're applying for?
In particular, my computer skills and administrative experience make me an ideal candidate for the position. For
example, in my previous roles, I carried out clerical and administrative tasks, and I also worked with a team. I
am proficient in typing and proofreading correspondence, forms, and other documents, as well as performing
data entry. My computer and technology knowledge includes MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Windows, MS
Word, and MS Office. So, I can bring my successes and experiences to this job.
41. Talk about an instance in which your communication skills had a positive impact on your work.
My ability to effectively communicate has played a large role in my success as an administrative assistant.
Regularly, I try to work with other team members and listen to the officers and employees to continuously
motivate my team and improve overall performance. Finally, it worked, and I understand I gained
communication skills and time management skills.

42. Discuss a time when you had to face change within the workplace and how you handled it.
The biggest change in my career was learning to multitask and work with a team when we merged with a
competitor. It's difficult to adjust, but I was able to keep an open mind and meet some great new people. I'm
good at dealing with change because I'm flexible with my work and abilities. I'm not afraid of learning new and
difficult things.

43. Tell us about how you stay on top of tasks when you have multiple tasks to get done in a short period
of time.
How do you prioritize work if you receive requests from several different employees or managers?

"I define multitasking as doing multiple things or carrying out multiple tasks at once. It helps in getting tasks
completed at a faster rate, which improves productivity. At my last job, there was a time I needed to listen to a
customer on a headset while speaking with another customer in person. I pulled up two instances of our
customer service application, one for both customers. I input their information into the required fields. After a
few moments, I finished up with the customer on the phone and gave my undivided attention to the customer in
person."

I prioritize tasks by evaluating their deadlines, importance, and impact on overall project timelines. I break
down larger tasks into smaller manageable steps and use tools like to-do lists or project management software to
stay organized and focused.

44. Do you have experience training other clerks? If so, talk about the training process and what you
learned yourself while training others.
When some new employees joined our office, we made the training process for them. Mainly senior employees
used to take classes, and I also took classes. The class started at 10:00 a.m. and ended at 1:00 p.m. The subjects
were computer office, preparing official documents, making presentations and reports, receiving and sending
emails and phone calls, and also communication, time management, reliability, and flexibility. When officers
used to attend classes, we also joined those classes. I learned from them how to complete work on time,
communicate with others, and many other things. When I started my first job, I only had a basic understanding
of the fundamentals of computers, but now I have learned how to successfully prepare office documents and use
MS Office. I also didn’t have much experience with communication and management. But I learned it all in six
months. Finally, I was able to gain skills.

45. What makes you a good fit for this company?

I have 9 years of relevant experience in administrative support working in the education and training sector. I
am proud to say that I have excelled in all these tasks in my previous roles. I possess the ability to multitask,
have excellent oral and written communication skills and judgment, am organized, a team player, have a client
focus, and am skilled in time management. That is why I am confident, and I believe that my many years’
experience and skills make me a strong candidate for this position.

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46. What’s your ideal company? why?

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service.
***A dream company is an organization that can help you lead a meaningful life and enjoy a rewarding career.
The desire to work at one is primarily personal, depending on your core values. For example, factors such as
pay, the industry, and career advancement opportunities may influence your perception of a company.

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47. What did you like least about your last job?
While I liked working at my last job, there were instances where the tasks that I was assigned didn’t give me the
chance to expand my skillset and experience. I realized that my full potential wasn’t being reached and that I
needed to focus on personal and professional growth. I’m interested in this role because your company offers
professional development seminars, and I’m very eager to participate in the effective communication course
being offered next quarter.

48. When are you most satisfied in your job?

In my previous job as an office assistant cum computer operator, I was most satisfied when both the employees
and boss in the office had a good understanding. I remember a time when my colleague faced a problem making
a presentation. She told me about the problem, and I tried to help her. After some time, I was able to solve it
quickly because I have the skills. Always, I enjoy the challenge of solving any problems. She thanked me for
my help, and I was happy to solve the problem.

49. Are you willing to relocate?

I’m really excited about this opportunity and feel I could provide great value in this role. I would definitely be
open to relocation and look forward to learning more details around this.

Behavioural Interview Questions:

50. What was the last project you headed up, and what was its outcome?

Well, in my last job as an administrative assistant at BNCC, every year, we had projects for five battalion
camps. In the camp, I typed and proofread responses, prepared camp instructions, allocated money, entered
data, maintained manual and computerized information filing systems, etc. I developed a comprehensive cadet
training guide for them. When I began working there, I was the only employee in the battalion camp, so it was
my responsibility to develop training programs and handle every administrative task in the camp. As a result, I
am proficient in typing and proofreading correspondence, forms, and other documents, performing data entry,
and supervising. My computer and technology knowledge includes MS Office. I am able to work in a fast-paced
environment under tight deadlines and perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail.

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51. Can you describe a time when your work was criticized?
'How do you handle criticism?'

Like everyone else, I received constructive criticism from my colleagues that really helped me improve myself
as a professional, and I always took it positively. For instance, last time, I worked on a camp for one week that
turned out to need some revision before it could be submitted because the requirements were not fully met.
After having a discussion with my senior, he guided me. By attentively considering the advice he provided, I
gained a clear understanding of the modifications I could implement to enhance the overall quality of the end.
I’m eager to learn and listen, especially to people who have already been in my position. Feedback and
criticism, in general, help me become a better professional. Different views, perspectives, and experiences help
me improve my career and skill set.

52. Tell me about a time when you had to give someone difficult feedback.

One time, I had to give difficult feedback to a coworker who was consistently missing deadlines on a task. We
were working on it together. I knew that this was a serious issue because it was affecting the entire team's
ability to meet our deadlines. I scheduled a meeting with the coworker to discuss the issue and explain the
impact their missed deadlines were having on the team. I made sure to listen to their perspective and try to
understand any challenges they were facing that might be contributing to the issue. We ended up coming up
with a plan to set clear deadlines and check in with each other regularly to ensure that we were meeting them.
As a result of this feedback and our efforts to address the issue, the coworker's performance improved, and we
were able to complete the task on time.
53. Can you tell us about a time you got tough feedback from your boss and how you handled that?

At my last job, I was working on a campaign and received feedback from my senior that it wasn't engaging
enough. I took this feedback to heart and worked with my team to come up with new ideas and approaches.

54. What is your greatest failure, and what did you learn from it?
Give me an example of a time you did something wrong.
What assignment was too difficult for you, and how did you resolve the issue?
It was difficult for me to get ready for difficult work in my prior position as an office assistant cum computer
operator. We missed deadlines and experienced delays as a result of our poor planning. In order to reorganize
our management approach, I took the time to examine the circumstances and pinpoint the underlying causes,
despite the delay. We were able to accomplish better results and finish jobs on schedule by establishing more
realistic deadlines, encouraging open communication among team members, and putting in place a more
effective workflow. I learned from this experience how important it is to have thorough planning, to be flexible,
and to create a collaborative work environment.

55. What irritates you about other people, and how do you deal with it?
What irritates you about other people, and how do you deal with it?

I usually don’t get angry or irritated unless and until someone disturbs my work. Since, as an employee, one
should control their emotions. I will kindly ask someone to give me some time to finish my work. And I will
give them time after the completion of my work.
56. If I were your supervisor and asked you to do something that you disagreed with, what would you do?
Tell me about a time where you had to deal with conflict on the job.
Have you ever been asked to do something that you thought was a conflict of interest or unethical? Tell
me about it. What did you do?
Tell me about a time you’ve changed a colleague’s/customer’s/boss’ opinion. How did you do it?
Well, first of all, I would try to make sure I understood the situation. Especially if I was being asked to do
something that would normally be against the rules. Once I was sure I understood what I was being asked to do,
if it was still an issue, I would explain my misgivings. I would not act until I was sure that what I was doing
would not be harmful to our overall work.

*** Tell me about a time when you successfully managed differences of opinion in a team to achieve a
goal.
Tell me about a time when you successfully managed differences of opinion in a team to achieve a goal.
When handling conflicts between team members, I like to show empathy. By understanding each team
member's perspective, I can work toward a resolution that meets everyone's needs. This approach demonstrates
my ability to put myself in someone else's shoes and work towards a solution that is fair to everyone.

57. If you were at a business lunch and you ordered a rare steak and they brought it to you well one, what
would you do?
If I ordered a rare steak at a business lunch and they brought me a well-done steak, it is best to handle the
situation politely and professionally. I will politely inform the waiter or server about the mistake and politely
ask for a replacement.

58. If you found out your company was doing something against the law, like fraud, what would you do?
I would certainly make effort to confirm my suspicions first, but if illegal activities were taking place within the
company I worked for, I'd feel obligated to report them. Hopefully it would be something that could be resolved
through a conversation with management, but ultimately, my ethics would compel me to do what was necessary
to bring the situation to an end.

***What Would You Do If You Saw a Coworker Stealing?

If I saw an employee stealing office supplies, I would email my HR manager that day to let them know what
happened. This is an effective means of communication that I can send quickly while still being discrete. In the
email, I would explain what I saw the coworker steal and when the instance occurred. After receiving my email,
my HR manager could decide what disciplinary actions to take and respond back if they had any additional
questions.

59. What’s the most difficult decision you’ve made in the last two years and how did you come to make
it?
Making decisions between team members for travel arrangements, itineraries, and reservations for a large group
can be challenging. Despite personal preferences, I have had to select the individual who is more qualified for
the task at hand. There have been instances where I had to promote a younger employee over a more senior one
due to their advanced technological skills and willingness to work hard. In such cases, I make sure to provide
necessary training and support to the individual who was not chosen, with the hope that they can progress in the
future.

60. Describe how you would handle a situation if you were required to finish multiple tasks by the end of
the day, and there was no conceivable way that you could finish them.
*How do you prioritise tasks?
*Can you describe a time when you had to multitask?
Typically, I complete the most urgent task first. Then I do some smaller quick tasks before reviewing the rest of
my list. I also put my tasks into a weekly schedule to ensure I have time for them.

Career Development Questions

61. If I were to ask your last supervisor to provide you with additional training or exposure, what would
she suggest?
If you asked my last supervisor/manager about training, he’d tell me that I need to spend more time learning
about how to grow leadership skill. This is the most important skills to administrative, and I often had to learn it
properly, I lead my team the proper about administrative work.

***What Further Training Would You Need?

To answer the question honestly, tell them what you think about your skills.
I was given praise in my last position for my skills in teamwork and multitask, but I know my supervisor
wanted me to take courses to improve my skills in leadership, management and bookkeeping areas.
Note: Read Job details

Typical job interview questions

62. Talk me through your resume highlighting your experience relevant to this role.
Walk Me Through Your Resume
= main part of cover letter
I have 9 years of relevant experience in administrative support. I am proud to say that I have excelled in all
these tasks in my previous roles. I have gained extensive experience in scheduling appointments, answering
telephone and electronic enquiries, typing and proofreading over 1000 documents, compiling data, setting up
and maintaining manual and computerized information filing systems, determining and establishing office
procedures and routines, ordering office supplies, and maintaining inventory. I am highly skilled in MS Office
and have a keen eye for detail, which has enabled me to achieve a 95% success rate in data entry, filing, and
record-keeping.

Additionally, I am a team player with excellent communication skills, and I thrive in a fast-paced environment.
I am a highly organized and detail-oriented individual who takes pride in my work. I am confident that I can
effectively contribute to a dynamic team and utilize my skills in the Administrative Assistant role. I believe that
my many years’ experience and skills make me a strong candidate for this position.

63. What are some of your development points you’re working on?
What Areas Need Improvement?

It's one of my goals to advance my career and take on a leadership role in the organization. So, I'm trying to
improve my leadership skills. To do this, I'm joining an online course and watching many YouTube tutorials,
which I'm looking to complete within the month, and I also want to learn more from you.

Note:Read Job details skills for improve

64. How would you improve our product/service?

I can improve your Products and Services by asking for Feedbacks from the Costumers, Clients and
Employees, and you must also have an Open Mind (Open-mindedness) to accept their Critics cause if you
only accept their Positive Feedbacks but Disregard those Feedbacks that are Critical or Negative
Feedbacks it would be hard for you to improve your Products and Services cause people has their
own Mindset or Mentality meaning not all has the same Mindset or Mentality. Also seek or Research for
things (Products or Services) that are Important or in High Demand depending on what time or season like
now Foods, Medicine and Others are on demand right now meaning you would make a Good Profit if you
would create something that is on Demand or in High Demand.

Behavioural interview questions

65. Tell me about a time when you’ve delivered an exceptional result.
***In my previous job, I noticed my manager didn't complete most of the staff schedules for the following
weeks. My manager normally completes them on time, but he had been working on several other urgent work.
Rather than add to his burden by complaining, I offered to help him with some of his workloads so he could
complete the schedule. We worked overtime hours for a week, and I helped him catch up on everything while
learning new skills. I am always ready to go above and beyond to help a colleague or manager with tasks.

***When I worked for an online clothing store, I delivered excellent customer service by placing online orders
for customers who wanted to purchase products that weren't in stock at our location. My ability to help
customers receive specific products in a tangible way helped me hone my customer service skills and
language.When my manager noticed what I was doing to handle customers' complaints about low stock, she
praised me and asked me to teach other employees my procedure for placing online orders for customers. The
extra work I did to exceed customers' expectations convenienced customers by delivering products right to their
homes and brought in money for the company.

66. Describe a time where you have demonstrated strong leadership skills.
In my previous role, my team and I were responsible for giving a big presentation to the management. I
assigned different tasks to members of my team. Some of the new employees struggled in their roles and were
nervous about the presentation. I had a few one-on-one meetings with them, along with practice sessions, to
help them prepare. The team gave a successful presentation, answered the management queries, and negotiated
timelines tactfully, resulting in positive feedback from the management.

67. What steps did you take?

When I graduated with a bachelor's degree, my two-year goal was to work at a government organization as an
office assistant. I didn't have much direct administrative or clerical experience, so I got training where I was
responsible for office work. I also earned a certification in MS Office and data entry and completed online
courses in my free time. I gained administrative experience and skills.

68. What would you do differently next time?

If I could change something, I would go back to college and be admitted to the Bachelor of Business
Administration (BBA). Because this is my passion, understanding more about it would have helped me to
progress faster in my career and made it easier for me to understand some aspects of my few jobs. That's why
I've made a point of gaining some hands-on experience in this area, and I'm excited to continue learning more in
my next role.

69. What did you learn from the experience?

My nine years of experience in administrative support. I have experience scheduling and confirming
appointments, answering telephone calls and messages, organizing conferences and meetings, typing and
proofreading documents, such as correspondence, forms, and reports, greeting people, arranging travel,
maintaining inventory, filing systems, and compiling data, which will allow me to excel in this role. I am also
highly skilled in performing administrative tasks and clerical duties, such as maintaining filing and record
systems and achieving record-keeping efficiency with 95% success. My expertise in MS Office, excellent
written communication, and efficient interpersonal skills make me an ideal candidate for this position.

***Situational interview questions***

***Subject Matter Expert interview questions

70. Explain the three <records/documents/components/concepts e.g. financial statements> and how are
they connected to each other.

What are the 3 financial statements and how are they connected?

The money statement, balance sheet, and cash flow all connect to create the three-statement model.

71. Can you describe the difference between <industry term> and <related industry term>?

Is there a difference between industry and industrial?

Industry means the aggregate of manufacturing or technically productive enterprises in a given field. Industrialization
means a transformation away from an agricultural or resource-based economy toward an economy based on mass
manufacturing.

72. Choose a <particular technical concept> and describe it to us in non-technical terms.

How do you explain a technical problem to a non-technical person interview question?

Instead of throwing in specialized words, choose an easier synonym, offer a definition before someone has to
ask and include analogies to illustrate topics. In conclusion, using any one of these tips will help keep in mind
the average non-technical listener.

73. What does <particular network component> do in a computer network?

What are the components of computer networking?

A computer network is a group of computers that use a set of common communication protocols over digital
interconnections for the purpose of sharing resources located on or provided by the network nodes.

74. What do you know about <new technology> and what impact will it have on our business?

Business technology helps automate back-office functions such as record-keeping, accounting, and payroll. Business
owners can also use technology to create secure environments for maintaining sensitive business or consumer
information. can help companies improve communication with consumers.

75. Why use Administrative Assistant title?

Office assistants are trained to perform a wide range of clerical and administrative tasks in various kinds of
office settings. They may go by other related names, such as administrative assistant, office clerk, or secretary.

76. What is your main title Administrative Assistant or Assistant Teacher?

Main title is Assistant Teacher and my responsibility was clerical and administrative support and I also helped
the teachers.
77. When I get the interview call, I check the link for an introduction with many questions with words
and keywords.
https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/administrative-assistant-interview-questions/
https://www.tealhq.com/interview-questions/administrative-assistant
https://in.indeed.com/career-advice/interviewing/administrative-assistant-interview-questions

78. https://learnprogramingbyluckysir.blogspot.com/2020/09/will-you-leave-this-company-if-you-get.html
Will you Leave this company if you get better opportunity?

This question must be answered in a somewhat diplomatic manner. I would answer this question like — “For
me, better opportunities does not mean a raise in salary. If I would get better opportunities in terms of learning,
opportunities to showcase my skills, better career growth options, good working culture, opportunities to work
in my areas of interest only then would I consider leaving the organization. Working for this organization has
always been my dream and I would not leave the organization just for a mere hike in my salary.”

Second answer should be like “First of all, I will explore the information about the opportunity to figure out the
outcomes of joining. Everybody loves the comfort zone and once I start feeling comfortable here, it would be
hard for me to switch my loyalty and compromise my comfort level. Comfort in terms of cordial relationship
with my peers, not finding comfort in my tasks.

I love challenging tasks only. To be honest, I will try to seek advice from my college seniors and the elders in
my family. If the opportunity fits all the aspects then I will definitely reveal the same to my reporting manager
and I hope your employee retainment policies must be reasonable enough to retain my employment with this
organization.”

****NOTE****Check the link before interview: know about interview tips and mistake
https://www.canadafornewbies.com/interview-questions/ OR PDF
and also read my name details

Note: Interview Call asle egular sathe satehe aro study korte hobe: About pors/cons, About company,
About job details and CV, CL, My other doc check info(when I applied), skills, certifications, Online skill
and (j appgula dia kaj korte subidha hoi), my name = All study korbo.
*Why Canada, Future planning(my future planning for company also)*

Interview ques: When, Where, Why, example, result %, want to more learn, quick learner,(skill & experi
ullekh korbo)
Job Experience: Where, when, salary, how many staff, colleagues name?
Try to online work-Tell to employee
Learn knowledge: MS Access, MS Outlook, Quick Books, Basic Bookkeeping, Compile
Data, Electronic Mail, MS windows