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Are you seeking a management position and, having submitted your CV, are now invited to an in-person interview? Congratulations! You have successfully overcome the first step. But now you need to focus on preparing for the interview, bearing in mind that interviews for managerial positions differ in certain ways from those for regular positions. So here is some advice regarding the questions you can expect.
This list of questions was published by The Muse.
In general, you need to be prepared to tell stories. And you should know how: start with an issue, followed by the problem-solving phase, then a successful conclusion. This is precisely the procedure you should follow when answering this typical question about a project you have managed successfully.
The ability to analyse situations where something goes wrong, and a willingness to learn from mistakes are necessary qualities for any successful manager. So expect to be asked at the interview about mistakes you have made, bearing in mind you will certainly not impress anyone if you say you are not aware of any major mistakes.
The answer to this question will show whether you reflect at all on your leadership style, and also if you have any theoretical knowledge.
This question again brings to the fore the topic of self-reflection. Every manager should have a certain level of self-criticism; an aspiring manager should be able to admit there are things they are less good at but, at the same time, also describe steps they are taking to address their weaknesses.
Dealing with conflicts at the workplace is a very delicate matter. Yet it is something a manager may encounter very often. Therefore, you may well be asked about this topic at an interview. And that is why you should have an answer ready for this question.
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