4 ways to fail the question: “Why are you interested in this job?”

1. Do not talk about the company at all

Answering this question with speeches about how passionately you love this or that profession without any mention of the company you came to get a job is, according to recruiters, a “kiss of death” for the outcome of the interview. Arriving at the interview, you should project almost all the answers to a specific company. And for this it is important to look for information about it in open sources before the interview.
2. Talk only about the benefits for yourself

This error is especially common. The fact that this work will allow you to grow professionally is wonderful, but this is not what your interviewer really wants to hear. He is primarily interested in what you can be useful for the company. Tell us about it.
3. Talk primarily about what is indirectly related to the issue

In the heat of the conversation it is very tempting to say that the potential place of work is close to your home. Of course, these are nice bonuses, but they are not the only reason why this position is suitable for you? Therefore, it is not appropriate to recall this fact in the first place.
4. Constantly talk about your past job

Western recruiters would draw such a parallel: would you go on a date with a man who does not stop talking about his ex? So at the interview: you should probably mention your past experience, if you ask about it, but without pauses telling only about your past work, even if the reason for looking for a job is directly related to your previous position, there is no need. Better focus on the future.


Work.ua recalls that, along with the mentioned question, there are still many questions that can be confusing at the interview. But they cease to be tricky as soon as you prepare for them. Aware - means armed.