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Name: Borrero Danelle Kevin A Date: 10/17/24

Section: BT4101 Instructor: Ms, Genalyn Credito

Questions and Answers

Directions: It is impossible to predict exactly what will be asked in an interview, but there are a few answers that you can prepare ahead of
time. Use this chart to practice your answers to these questions. (40 points)

Question Example Your Answer

“Tell me about yourself.” (Interviewing for an entry-level position in a I’m Danelle Kevin A. Borrero, and I have a
 1-2 minutes spoken non-profit organization) background in both Programming and
 Your background: academic, work Graphic Design. I graduated from STI College
experience, extracurriculars—as they My name is Jennifer Smith. I graduated from Balayan with a Bachelor of Science in
pertain to the job ABC University with a degree in women’s Information Technology, where I initially
 Why you are there and what you can studies. I started at ABC with a major in explored programming but ultimately
bring to the job. biology, thinking I would pursue a career in discovered my true passion for Graphic
 Your personal brand environmental protection. But then, two Design. During my studies, I gained hands-on
things happened. First, I realized that I was experience in multi-level marketing, where I
more interested in environmental policy developed skills in sales, communication, and
rather than the scientific aspect. Then I took team collaboration. This role allowed me to
an elective in women’s rights, and a light engage creatively with marketing materials,
went on for me. I had always supported further fueling my interest in design. With my
women’s rights and was amazed that it unique blend of programming knowledge and
continues to be an issue currently. Since graphic design skills, I aim to create visually
then, I have been able to volunteer and work engaging and user-friendly digital
on behalf of women’s rights, both for abused experiences that effectively meet client
and homeless women. I am here today needs.
because I believe my demonstrated passion
for women’s rights and my experience in
non-profit organizations will benefit your
organization.

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Can you tell me a little about your strengths “My interpersonal skills probably top the For my strengths, consider my adaptability a
and weaknesses? chart of my strengths. I thrive on approaching key strength; I thrive in dynamic environments
 Identify 3 strengths—as they pertain people I don’t know and quickly establishing and enjoy turning challenges into
to this job. rapport. I can think on my feet, and I manage opportunities, like when I successfully led a
 Identify one weakness and how you stress well. One area that challenges me is of team through a major project pivot that
manage it. delegating. It’s hard for me to delegate to exceeded our goals. My strong
other people, whether it be a team project communication skills foster collaboration, as
for school or on the baseball field. I know this seen when I organized workshops that
is a problem, so I have trained myself to list significantly boosted interdepartmental
the things I must do myself and those that morale. However, I do have a tendency
can be passed on. It’s still not easy for me, toward perfectionism, which I’m addressing
but I have found that I get more done when I by setting clear deadlines to prioritize
consciously make that determination, and efficiency. I also find delegation challenging
the quality is better.” because I want tasks done right, but I’m
learning to trust my talented team more,
which has allowed them to shine. Lastly, while
public speaking can make me nervous, I’ve
been actively working on it by volunteering for
presentations and taking courses to improve
my confidence.

Where do you want to be in 5 years? “Simply put, my ideal job at this stage in my Simply put, my idea of this stage in my career
 A dreaded question but frequently career is one in which I can learn the is one in which I can learn and I can
asked. products and industry and I can contribute to contribute to your Company Success.
 Be honest but keep in mind that most your success. Eventually, I’d like a job that
entry-level positions don’t provide gives me control over my day, but I know I
much autonomy. am not in that position right now, and it will
take some time to get there.”
Can you tell me about your leadership “I oversaw the committee that was asked to As a peace officer in my school, I took on a
experience? revise our school’s vision as they were leadership role that involved not only
 Direct leadership – in a student transitioning to a co-ed school. There were ensuring the safety of students but also
organization some issues because not all the faculty fostering a positive and inclusive
 Indirect leadership – although not agreed with the transition, and we had to get environment. I led initiatives like conflict
specifically designated a leader, their buy-in within a tight time frame. resolution workshops, where I guided peers

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maybe you assumed leadership in a in effective communication and problem-

certain situation—a class project, I quickly realized that I had to include my solving strategies. By actively engaging with
working with a group to plan an advisor in each step we took and each students and building trust, I was able to
event, a recognized leader. meeting we held to communicate the create a safe space for them to voice their
Use the mnemonic STAR to provide a changes. We were able to come to an concerns. I also collaborated with teachers
framework for your answers: agreement and meet the deadline. I learned and staff to develop programs that promoted
 Describe the situation or problem the importance of ongoing communication.” respect and understanding among diverse
clearly student groups. This experience taught me
 Describe the task about the situation the importance of empathy, communication,
 Describe the actions you took and proactive engagement in leadership, as
 Describe the result and reflect on the well as the impact it can have on the school
experience honestly community.
Tell me about a time when you were asked to “When I started my summer internship at XYZ In a previous role, I was tasked with
complete a task but didn’t have the Online Marketing, I quickly realized that it preparing a presentation on a new software
information you needed. What did you do? was a small organization which meant that I tool, but I quickly realized I lacked crucial
 They are trying to assess your ability was left to my own devices. I had to figure information about its features and benefits.
to self-manage things out on my own. There was one Instead of panicking, I reached out to the
 Use the mnemonic STAR to provide a instance when I had to rely on myself to get software vendor for a quick briefing and also
framework for your answers. the job done. The salespeople were at an off- consulted colleagues who had used it. I
site conference. organized a short team meeting to gather
insights and perspectives, ensuring I had a
When the sales manager called in to get the well-rounded understanding. This proactive
latest sales figures, I realized I didn’t know approach not only equipped me with the
how to use that system. information I needed but also fostered
collaboration among my team, resulting in a
I knew I could access our prospective client more comprehensive and engaging
database, but I didn’t know if that would give presentation that highlighted the tool's value
me access to the sales figures. After effectively.
manipulating the data, I could access, I was
able to call him back to give him the
information he wanted.”
Tell me about a time when you failed. “When I was a freshman, I had a great While the situation was challenging, my
campus job, probably one of the best. transparency and proactive approach helped
Unfortunately, I didn’t take it seriously. I maintain the client’s trust. We managed to

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 They are trying to see how you would showed up late, was not properly dressed, deliver the project just a week later than
handle it when a mistake is made on and probably showed some attitude. What a originally planned, and the client appreciated
the job. shock when I wasn’t hired back the next year. our honesty and commitment to making
 Use the mnemonic STAR to provide a It forced me to take a good, hard look at things right. This experience taught me the
framework for your answers. myself and where I was headed. I made the importance of clear communication and
conscious decision to turn my grades and prompt action when facing setbacks, and I’ve
attitude around. I soon discovered that it felt since implemented regular check-ins to
good to do good, and everything was on the prevent similar issues in the future.
upswing from there. I was young but was
able to turn myself around.”
Why should I hire you over the next person? “You mentioned that the most important skill You should consider hiring me because I bring
 Opportunity to remind them why you you are looking for is the ability to a unique blend of skills, experience, and
are unique and the best person for communicate with diverse groups of people, passion that aligns perfectly with the needs
the job. solve problems as well as developed business of your team. My background in [your field]
 Sell yourself again. acumen. My experience at the admissions has equipped me with a strong foundation in
 Be sure to relate your qualities to the office required that I field answers quickly to [specific skills or expertise], and my proven
position you are interviewing for! prospective students, parents, and track record of [specific achievements or
administrators. experiences] demonstrates my ability to
deliver results. Beyond my technical skills, I’m
When the admissions requirements were a collaborative team player who thrives on
changed, I was on the committee to fostering positive relationships and creating
communicate the new requirements to new an inclusive environment. I’m genuinely
and existing students so that it was excited about the opportunity to contribute
understandable and accepted with a to your organization’s goals and am
minimum of problems. This has enabled me committed to continuous learning and
to work with diverse groups of people as well growth, ensuring that I not only meet but
as solve their problems. Finally, my internship exceed your expectations.
at XYZ taught me how a business is run. The
nuts and bolts of profit, revenue as well as
expenses. As soon as I start here, I will do my
best to complete the reports and analysis on
time and in such a way as to make them as
user-friendly and informative as possible.”

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Use the rubric below for scoring.

Criteria 4 3 2 1
The interview script The interview script The interview script The interview script The interview script
presents the answers to presents an excellent presents the answers to presents the answers to presents the answers to
all the questions in the record of the answers to all the questions in the more than half of the less than half of the
instructions. (x5) all the questions in the instructions. questions in the questions in the
instructions. instructions. instructions.
The interview script The interview script The interview script The interview script The interview script
shows at least three shows at least three shows at least three shows at least two shows no additional
pieces of additional especially insightful pieces pieces of additional additional pieces of information compared to
information compared to of information compared information compared to information compared to the given examples.
the given examples. (x4) to the given examples. the given examples. the given examples.
The assignment uses The assignment has no The assignment has one The assignment has two The assignment has more
proper grammar and grammar or spelling grammar or spelling error. grammar or spelling than two grammar or
spelling. (x1) errors errors spelling errors

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