1. Can you tell us how does this role contribute to larger company goals?
It's not terribly difficult to find a candidate that can execute on a role. It is terribly difficult to find a candidate that can not only execute on their role, but also understand how it fits into larger goals. This includes being able to self-manage, prioritize high-value activities, and grow their role in a direction that aligns with the company's growth.
2. Explain me do you have any doubts or queries in mind in relation to the job?
This is a mandatory question that is asked in practically all interviews to inquire if the candidate has to ask you any questions, once the process of you interviewing him or her is complete.
3. Explain me what Is Your Understanding About Sensex And Nifty?
Both these things are indexes. This means that they are indicators that give us an idea whether the stocks have gone up or down. Sensex is the index of Bombay Stock Exchange, while Nifty is the index of National Stock Exchange.
4. Tell us why did you decide to work at this company?
This question gives an interviewer a chance to do two self-serving things: talk about themselves and perform a no-holds-barred sales pitch on the company. For promising candidates, the sales opportunity is welcomed. And most people love any excuse to talk about themselves. ;)
5. Tell us are You Good Manager At Working In A Team?
Unless you have the I.Q. of a houseplant, you'll always answer YES to this one. It's the only answer. How can anyone function inside an organization if they are a loner? You may want to mention what part you like to play in a team though; it's a great chance to explain that you're a natural leader.
6. Can you tell us have You Heard About Slr Rate?
It is the minimum amount or the percentage of deposits that should be kept by a bank with Reserve Bank of India in the form of any security. In short, it is the ratio between the cash and approved security.
7. Please explain what Is Bank Rate?
It is the rate of interest at which the RBI allows finances to commercial banks. By bank rate, the banks can organize the level of economic activities.
8. Can you explain me what Motivates You To Do A Good Job?
The answer to this one is not money, even if it is. You should be motivated by life's noble pursuits. You want recognition for a job well done. You want to become better at your job. You want to help others or be a leader in your field.
9. Where Else Have You Applied as Hospital Manager?
This is a good way to hint that you're in demand, without sounding like you're whoring yourself all over town. So, be honest and mention a few other companies but don't go into detail. The fact that you're seriously looking and keeping your options open is what the interviewer is driving at.
10. Explain me what do the most successful new hires do in their first month here?
This question shows that you're the type of person who likes to hit the ground running, instead of spending a week filling out HR forms. It also shows that you recognize patterns of success and want to replicate only the most effective performers.
11. Tell us how Do You Differentiate Nationalized Banks From Private Banks?
Nationalized banks are public sector banks, wherein the government will be responsible for the deposits made by the public. On the other hand, when it comes to private banks, the owner of the bank will be responsible for the deposits made by the public.
12. Please explain what Is Repo Rate And Reverse Repo Rate?
Repo rate is nothing, but the price at which the Reserve Bank of India gives some money as loan to the banks, while reverse repo is the cost at which money is taken by RBI from commercial bank. It is this rate that is responsible for controlling the inflation.
13. Tell us why You Changed Career Paths?
Don't be thrown off by this question-just take a deep breath and explain to the hiring manager why you've made the career decisions you have. More importantly, give a few examples of how your past experience is transferrable to the new role. This doesn't have to be a direct connection; in fact, it's often more impressive when a candidate can make seemingly irrelevant experience seem very relevant to the role.
14. Explain has Anything Ever Irritated You About People You've Worked With?
Of course, you have a list as long as your arm. But you can't say that, it shows you as being negative and difficult to work with. The best way to answer this one is to think for a while and then say something like "I've always got on just fine with my co-workers actually."
15. Tell us what is the biggest challenge the team has faced in the past year?
While the interviewer might be trying to paint a pretty perfect picture of what working on the team might look like, asking this question will help you uncover some of the realities the team has been facing recently. If you end up joining, you'll inevitably hear about these challenges -- and you may have to help solve them, too.
16. Explain me are the company's standards and policies in consonance with your own?
The decision to hire someone as general manager to your company or restaurant is no small one.
So you should not be afraid of taking your own time, because after all the success of your business depends on a large extent on how capable your general manager is and to what extent he or she represents the policies and high standards of the business.
So asking this question will give you insight into whether or not he or she accepts and is willing to adhere to everything the company stands for.
17. Can you explain would You Rather Work For Money Or Job Satisfaction?
It's not a very fair question is it? We'd all love to get paid a Trump-like salary doing a job we love but that's rare indeed. It's fine to say money is important, but remember that NOTHING is more important to you than the job. Otherwise, you're just someone looking for a bigger paycheck.
18. Tell us what Is The Toughest Part Of A Job For You?
Be honest. Remember, not everyone can do everything.
19. Explain me do you get along well with others?
When hiring a general manager for your company or business you want to make sure that you are hiring someone with not just a great deal of social skills but also a person who gets along well with others.
You need to ask this question to know if the person has the required outgoing personality to be a good general manger.
In addition to meeting new clients and buyers, he or she must also get along well with co-workers, seniors and people at the lower ranks.
20. Can you explain me what Do You Consider To Be Your Weaknesses?
What your interviewer is really trying to do with this question-beyond identifying any major red flags-is to gauge your self-awareness and honesty. So, "I can't meet a deadline to save my life" is not an option-but neither is "Nothing! I'm perfect!" Strike a balance by thinking of something that you struggle with but that you're working to improve. For example, maybe you've never been strong at public speaking, but you've recently volunteered to run meetings to help you be more comfortable when addressing a crowd.
21. Tell me you've been at this company for while. What keeps you motivated?
If your interviewer has been at the company for several years, understanding why could give you some really interesting insight into the company, how it treats its employees, and a taste of what motivates the people who work there. Plus, it shows you've done your research on the interviewer, which is always an impressive sign.
22. Tell us what metrics would you use to measure success in this role?
Asking a question like this shows that you're goal-oriented and aren't afraid to be held accountable for those goals. You don't shirk accountability. You welcome it -- and will work hard to hit the goals you're responsible for.
It's shocking how many people don't actually know what they want from their employees beyond a vague idea of some work that needs to get done. Asking this question will force a hiring manager to figure it out -- and then can communicate it to you, so you can execute on it.
23. Tell us according to what you think, describe a typical work week for a general manager?
Asking this question to a potential general manager is a sure shot way of gauging how apt the candidate is for the job.
If he or she is able to touch upon practically all the aspects of the job requirements then you know that he or she knows what the job entails.
Based on the candidates words if you get a feeling that the person does not really have a grasp of all the weekly responsibilities of being a general manager then you know that this is not the person you are looking for.
24. Explain me a Suggestion That You Have Made And Was Implemented?
It's important here to focus on the word "implemented." There's nothing wrong with having a thousand great ideas, but if the only place they live is on your notepad what's the point? Better still, you need a good ending. If your previous company took your advice and ended up going bankrupt, that's not such a great example either. Be prepared with a story about an idea of yours that was taken from idea to implementation, and considered successful.
25. Tell me how Did You Hear About Our This Position?
Another seemingly innocuous interview question, this is actually a perfect opportunity to stand out and show your passion for and connection to the company. For example, if you found out about the gig through a friend or professional contact, name drop that person, then share why you were so excited about it. If you discovered the company through an event or article, share that. Even if you found the listing through a random job board, share what, specifically, caught your eye about the role.
26. Tell me what is A Time You Disagreed With A Decision That Was Made At Work?
Everyone disagrees with the boss from time to time, but in asking this interview question, hiring managers want to know that you can do so in a productive, professional way. "You don't want to tell the story about the time when you disagreed but your boss was being a jerk and you just gave in to keep the peace. And you don't want to tell the one where you realized you were wrong," says Peggy McKee of Career Confidential. "Tell the one where your actions made a positive difference on the outcome of the situation, whether it was a work-related outcome or a more effective and productive working relationship."
27. Can you tell us would You Rather Be Liked Or Feared?
I have been asked this a lot, in various incarnations. The first time I just drew a blank and said, "I don't know." That went over badly, but it was right at the start of my career when I had little to no experience. Since then I've realized that my genuine answer is "Neither, I'd rather be respected." You don't want to be feared because fear is no way to motivate a team. You may got the job done but at what cost? Similarly, if you're everyone's best friend you'll find it difficult to make tough decisions or hit deadlines. But when you're respected, you don't have to be a complete bastard or a lame duck to get the job done.
28. Tell me why Are You Leaving Your Current Job as Hospital Manager?
This is a toughie, but one you can be sure you'll be asked. Definitely keep things positive-you have nothing to gain by being negative about your past employers. Instead, frame things in a way that shows that you're eager to take on new opportunities and that the role you're interviewing for is a better fit for you than your current or last position. For example, "I'd really love to be part of product development from beginning to end, and I know I'd have that opportunity here." And if you were let go? Keep it simple: "Unfortunately, I was let go," is a totally OK answer.
29. Can you explain about Any Issues You've Had With A Previous Boss?
Arrgh! If you fall for this one you shouldn't be hired anyway. The interviewer is testing you to see if you'll speak badly about your previous supervisor. Simply answer this question with extreme tact, diplomacy and if necessary, a big fat loss of memory. In short, you've never had any issues.
30. Tell us what Is Your Greatest Professional Achievement as Hospital Manager?
Nothing says "hire me" better than a track record of achieving amazing results in past jobs, so don't be shy when answering this interview question! A great way to do so is by using the S-T-A-R method: Set up the situation and the task that you were required to complete to provide the interviewer with background context (e.g., "In my last job as a junior analyst, it was my role to manage the invoicing process"), but spend the bulk of your time describing what you actually did (the action) and what you achieved (the result). For example, "In one month, I streamlined the process, which saved my group 10 man-hours each month and reduced errors on invoices by 25%."
31. Explain me what Is A Time You Exercised Leadership?
Depending on what's more important for the the role, you'll want to choose an example that showcases your project management skills (spearheading a project from end to end, juggling multiple moving parts) or one that shows your ability to confidently and effectively rally a team. And remember: "The best stories include enough detail to be believable and memorable," says Skillings. "Show how you were a leader in this situation and how it represents your overall leadership experience and potential."
32. Can you please explain me what Do You Like To Do Outside Of Work?
Interviewers ask personal questions in an interview to "see if candidates will fit in with the culture [and] give them the opportunity to open up and display their personality, too," says longtime hiring manager Mitch Fortner. "In other words, if someone asks about your hobbies outside of work, it's totally OK to open up and share what really makes you tick. (Do keep it semi-professional, though: Saying you like to have a few beers at the local hot spot on Saturday night is fine. Telling them that Monday is usually a rough day for you because you're always hungover is not.)"
33. Tell us what is your biggest career mistake or failure?
I learned the hard way about how to manage night shifts about five years ago. I was so used to managing day shifts that I realized there was a whole culture of the night shift that I was unfamiliar with. On top of that, the hours were killing me. But I paid attention to my more seasoned colleagues and did some real soul-searching about how I could better handle managing the job. My first six months were tough, but after I made a few key adjustments, I great to really like that job at that time.
34. Tell us what are your qualifications and why do you think you are right for the job?
While you could easily find out these details from the candidates resume, by asking the person this question you are not only attempting to break the ice but you are also getting an idea of how well the candidates speak and whether or not they actually believe in themselves.
When you are employing someone to such a high post, you need to make sure that the individual is qualified as well as has the ability to speak and communicate his ideas well.
Remember that this person will be representing your company or business at meetings as well as other social gatherings, so would you really like someone who rambles and cannot get his point across to be representing your company and talking to clients and buyers?
35. Please explain about The Last Spontaneous Thing That You Did In Any Facet Of Your Life?
I look for an unusual response with something fun, like a last-minute trip or driving to Atlantic City at 11 o'clock at night. Something that shows me the person has some personality to react positively in different (and crazy) situations that oftentimes occur in our line of work.
