Behavioral Interview Questions and Why They Are Asked - Your Career Intel

Behavioral Interview Questions and Why They Are Asked - Your Career IntelWhat are your weaknesses? Tell me about a time when you had to adapt to a difficult situation. Have you ever had a job bewerbungsgesprch and been asked questions like these?Allow me to introduce you to behavioral interview questions. These seemingly innocuous questions were created, in essence, for an employer to get insight into your thought process.These questions assess your soft skills, as opposed to technical skills. They are structured open-endedly to probe a truthful, behavior-based response.Behavioral interview questions can cover a wide array of topics, such as adaptability, ambition, analytical thinking, building relationships, and whether youre big picture or detail-oriented.Your goal is to cruise through these questions without giving an employer any concerns or raising any red flags.So is there an art to behavioral interview questions and answers?Generally, the employers have determined ahead of tim e the behaviors or soft skills are needed to succeed in the role. Working with a recruiter is advantageous because they can share what those core competences are. If youre not working with a recruiter, there are still things you can do to prepare. First, if theres a job description, make sure to reread it and look for behavior-based qualifications listed, e.g. can-do attitude or self-motivated. Think of situations youve been in or qualities you possess around those topics that strengthen your candidacy.Secondly, every behavioral interview question is a leading question each one contains an obvious hint as to the answer theyre looking for. For example, tell me about a conflict with a coworker and how you resolved it is a common question. The hint here is how you resolved it. Dont abflug sharing a conflict that you werent able to resolve.Also, no matter how nice or friendly the question may be phrased, always be on guard.A common trip up question is What are your weaknesses? A good an swer would be I have a hard time saying no, then back up your response with why this is not in fact a weakness. You could say, for example, that despite having a hard time saying no, you take a lot of pride in your work and have learned that it is not possible to deliver your best if youre over-committed. Show how youre learning to deal with this weakness by offering a solution. (I usually say Im learning to delegate when Im over-committed.)Armed with these tips for behavioral based interview questions, Im sure you will cruise throughWhat are some questions like these that youve been asked? I would love to hear the good and badeanstalt answers youve given in response

Grace Hopper Helped Me Find My Dream Job at Cisco Why You Should Start Planning Ahead For GHC 2020

Grace Hopper Helped Me Find My Dream Job at Cisco Why You Should Start Planning Ahead For GHC 2020 The last time I attended the Grace Hopper conference (GHC), I welches a student. Now, Im a full-time Cisco employee and I welches so excited to be back this year representing a company I love (which was named the No. 1 Worlds Best Workplace the first day of the conference woo hoo).Photo courtesy of Cisco.Thanks to GHC, I was exposed to a number of diverse job opportunities, introduced to companies that were actively hiring women and was able to land a nuanced job role that matched perfectly with my interests. My transition into the workforce has been a smooth one, which is just one of the reasons why you should think about attending Grace Hopper in 2020. Below are three more1. Its the place to be for inspirationThis years Cisco Career booth had the theme Im Possible. Thats because Ciscos women in tech crush impossible all the time But its bedrngnis just Cisco the women you meet at th is conference are all inspiring just talk to a few and youll be blown away.Photo courtesy of Cisco.2. Its a unique way to find a new roleI was really impressed when I interviewed with Cisco. They wanted to ask me more behavioral than technical questions because they could see my skills, but they wanted to make sure that I would embrace Ciscos culture and mesh well with the team. Seeing all of the new students interviewing for roles as part of the Cisco team at Grace Hopper this year drove the point home to me time with recruiters and hiring managers at GHC is valuable.3. Its funBoth when I attended as a student and when I attended as a Cisconian, theres always something fun to do at GHC. From taking all the photos (I loved our Cisco photo wall this year it was a living wall with a neon sign that said Youre exactly where you need to be), to the polaroid wall showcasing wonderful women in tech at Cisco, to meeting new friends, to getting great opportunities (I was asked to be on a Li nkedIn Live with Cisco this year), theres always a new experience around the corner.Photo courtesy of Cisco.So many people were willing to help me grow when I was an intern at Cisco. My team encouraged me to reach out to different leaders and executives to learn more I was shocked when the head of my organization made time to meet with me So now, Ill help you out with some advice.Build your network have genuine conversations and ask for career advice. Dont be afraid to ask, because we all have to start somewhere. And GHC is a great place to do just thatThis article was written by Jean Tu, Software Engineer at Cisco.--Fairygodboss is proud to partner with Cisco.Find a job there today