The document outlines strengths, weaknesses, and common interview questions and answers for a job applicant. It describes the applicant's strengths as being hard working, dedicated, a good communicator and problem solver. One weakness is getting too involved in problems without taking breaks. Common interview questions covered include reasons for seeking a new position or change, why the employer should hire the applicant, handling pressure, and factors contributing to the applicant's success.

1. Strenghts
 Hard Working in nature.
 Dedication.
 Commitment.
 Good Team player.
 Communication Skills
 Problem solving skills
 Taking Initiatives
 Beging Pro-active
 Design Skills
Weakness
 Too invloved : Some times when there is a technical issue or a problem I tend to work
continuously until I fix it without having a break. But what I have noticed and am trying
to practice is that taking a break away from the problem and thinking outside the square
or taking suggestions will assist you in identifying the root cause of the problem sooner.
 Over confident : Very rarely I become over confident, especially when a simple task is
given, I get to solving the issue without spending much time planning. So I am working
on applying the 80/20 principle of planning and implementation. Spend 80% of my effort
and time in planning and 20% on implementation.
Why are you looking for a change?
Answers that could get interviewer the attention:
 My organisation is very small and I have already spent 3 years and as there is no scope
for growth with my current employer and I'm ready to move on to a new challenge.
 I'm looking for a bigger challenge and to grow my career and I couldn't job hunt part time
while working. It didn't seem ethical to use my former employer's time.

2.  I'm relocating to this area due to family circumstances and left my previous position in
order to make the move.
 I am interested in a new challenge and an opportunity to use my technical skills and
experience in a different capacity than I have in the past.
 I was looking for a position like this which is an excellent match for my skills and
experience and I am not able to fully utilize them in my present job as th
Why should we hire you? This is another common question asked in your interview. This
question deals with your ability to market yourself with the experience and skills you have.
The interviewer is asking this question to find out how can your skills and experience be a value
add for the job you are being interviewed for.
Answers that would get the interviewer's attention:
 I have three years of experience in this technology and my skills enables me to develop
better products in less time
 I have what it takes to fill the requirements of this job - solve customer problems using
my excellent customer service skills.
 I have the experience and expertise in the area of customer support that is required in this
position.

3. This is a time to let the interviewer know what YOU can do for them and why they should listen
to what you have to offer. The more detail you give the stronger your answer will be. This is not
a time to talk about what you want. It is a time to summarize your accomplishments and relate
what makes you unique and therefore a viable fit for this position.
Look at the job description. Find out requirements of the job? Make a list of these requirements.
List your skills and think of two or three key qualities you have to offer that match each
requirement that the employer is seeking.
Other ways of asking the same question:
 What can you bring to this position?
 What can you bring to the table if selected?
 Why do you think you are qualified for this job?
What do you like/dislike most about your current or last position?
 You like challenges.
 Opportunity to grow into design, architecture, performance tuning etc
 Opportunity to learn and/or mentor junior developers
 You dislike frustrating situations like identifying a memory leak problem or a complex
transactional or a concurrency issue. You want to get on top of it as soon as possible.
How do you handle pressure?
 First, I understand why there is a need to complete the given task at hand with in so less
time and react to situations, rather than to stress. That way, the situation is handled and
doesn't become stressful.
 I actually work better under pressure and I've found that I enjoy working in a challenging
environment.
 Prioritizing my responsibilities so I have a clear idea of what needs to be done when, has
helped me effectively manage pressure on the job.

4.  If the people I am managing are contributing to my stress level, I discuss options for
better handling difficult situations with them.
 Next 2-3 years to become a senior developer.
 Next 3-5 years to become a team lead.
What are the major reasons for your success?
 This is not the time to become extremely self-centered and arrogant. Keep in mind that
employers are often looking for team players rather than Lone Rangers. A good response
to this question may relate to a mentor/and or philosophy of work or the people you work
with. Also, use this question as an opportunity to inquire about an appropriate "fit for
success" with this company. For example,
 "Many years ago I learned an important lesson from Bob Nelson, who was my first
supervisor and really became my most important mentor. He told me his secret to success
was to 'Look at each day as a new opportunity to be your very best. Set high goals, be
honest, never say no, and work with people who share your passion for doing their best.'
I've always remembered that advice and try to live it every day. I am very self motivated,
determined and honest. I really love what I do and I try to surround myself with people
who share similar passions. I thrive on this type of environment. Am I likely to find this
environment with your company? Can you tell me a little more about the characteristics
of successful people at your company? What do you see as some of the key success
factors for this position?"
 Why do you think this industry would sustain your interest in the long haul?
 What expectations or projects do you have for the business that would enable you to
grow without necessarily advancing? What excites you about the business? What proof
can you offer that your interest has already come from a deep curiosity-perhaps going
back at least a few years-rather than a current whim you'll outgrow?
 "The technology in the industry is changing so rapidly that I see lots of room for job
enhancement regardless of promotions. I'm particularly interested in the many
applications for multimedia as a training tool."