Top 10 group interview questions and answers

Top 10 group interview questions and
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1. What is group interview?
Group interview questions are often used as
an initial screening tool to select candidates
for a second, one-on-one job interview. The
types of interview questions are usually
general and not specific to the technical
aspects of the job opportunity.
The main purpose of group interviews is to
determine qualities like communication skills
and interpersonal ability, persuasiveness and
the ability to influence others, leadership and
delegation.
Other competencies assessed during a group
interview include problem-solving and
planning skills, stress-tolerance and the
ability to work and contribute effectively as a
team-member.

Top 10 group interview tips

1. Arrive early
When you’re competing against a number
of other candidates, it’s essential you
make the most of every opportunity to
stand out –and not be remembered for the
wrong reasons.
Aside from being punctual and courteous,
arriving ahead of schedule has another
unique advantage in this situation. At a
group interview, you can expect to be
monitored from the moment you enter the
building, so the earlier you arrive, the
longer you have to impress. It also allows
you to interact with other candidates in a
less formal setting, showing off your
social skills.

2. Remember the icebreaker
Before any of the actual tasks begin,
you’ll almost always be asked to provide
some sort of introduction for yourself (or
worse, some sort of introduction for
someone else in the group). To avoid
embarrassing situations, always prepare
your answer beforehand. Your intro
needn’t be long, provided it’s pertinent
and engaging.
Remember: if you can’t think of anything
particularly exciting, embellishments are
allowed. Although it may be true, ‘um,
I’m not sure, I’m not really that
interesting...’ isn’t going to give you the
start you need.

3. Sit up straight
Body language can make all the
difference. Do it right, and you'll appear
attentive and alert, showing your
interviewers that you’re genuinely
interested in what they have to say. Do it
wrong, however, and you’ll only look
listless and lethargic (not the qualities of
choice for many employers).
There’s nothing wrong with relaxing as
the interview progresses and showing that
you’re comfortable. But you needn’t let
your attitude compromise your posture.
So try and sit up straight wherever
possible. Just remember to breathe
occasionally...

4. Prepare questions
If you’ve prepared for your interview
correctly, you should have carried out
plenty of research about what the
company does and their position within
the market. Always use this to your
advantage during the obligatory ‘any
other questions’ portion of the interview.
However, if you genuinely can’t think of
anything to bring up for discussion, don’t
force it. Asking an irrelevant question just
for the sake of asking one is more
transparent than you may think.

5. Include everyone/Be inclusive
Although your leadership skills are being
assessed, don’t be tempted to go
overboard. One of the most important
facets of leadership is the ability to ensure
everyone’s opinions are heard, not just
voicing your own.
If there’s an introvert in the group, getting
them involved in the task and
encouraging them to participate will win
you major points, both with your fellow
candidates and with your interviewers.

6. Don’t Be fake
It may be a cliché, but sometimes the best
advice is just to be yourself. Chances are
your interviewers will be experienced in
group situations, and therefore adept in
detecting when someone’s overdoing it.
Trying too hard to stand out is not going
to make you many friends, especially
amongst your assessors, so always try to
be as genuine as possible. See also:
laughter. Unless you’re going for a job as
a pantomime villain, leave your over-
exuberant chuckles and guffaws at the
door.

7. Don’t Talk over people
This is one of the most common mistakes
of the group interview try-hard. When the
competitive nature of the interview kicks
in, it can be tempting to increase the
volume to get your point across.
However, whatever role you’re applying
for, you should never underestimate the
importance of teamwork.
Remember: the wisest people don’t
always speak the loudest, but they always
make their voices heard. So always try to
think before you speak...

8. Don’t Get lost in the group
There’s a fine balance between this point
and the last. It’s highly likely that,
whether genuine or not, one or two
people in the group will try and take
control. If and when this happens, don’t
let yourself be intimidated or
overwhelmed. Instead, use them to your
advantage.
If you don’t agree with their points, feel
free to be controversial and offer your
own opinion, then open up the discussion
to the group. A wise man once said: the
tallest tree catches the most wind. Think
about it…

9. Don’t Become too informal
As in any other interview situation,
there’s a certain etiquette for group
interviews which should always be
adhered to. It’s fine to appear comfortable
and relaxed in some instances. For
example, taking your coat/scarf/hand-
knitted woolly mittens off is perfectly
acceptable (and indeed can be a particular
bugbear for some recruiters if left on).

10. Don’t Lose concentration
Finally, it’s essential to maintain
maximum concentration at all times. Take
notes, keep eye contact at an acceptable
(and socially acceptable) level, smile,
nod, and generally try and look
enthusiastic and engaged throughout.
Avoid spending your time staring off into
space, or worse, checking your phone
during proceedings. The same also
applies to doodling. If you can’t listen to
the introductory presentation without
practicing your inner Picasso, you
probably won’t be invited back any time
soon.

1. What would you bring to this position?
Refer to your key skills and abilities and how
you would use them in the job. Avoid general
statements like "I am a team-player.." and
rather refer to specific evidence. For
example:
"I have worked as part of a team on a number
of projects and received positive feedback
about my role and contribution. Particular
mention was made of my ability to initiate
new ways of looking at the challenges and
problems and then encouraging contributions
from other team members."
Think about your strengths and the benefits
they bring to the company and position. Give
proof of what you can offer to excel in this
job. "My problem-solving ability has been
put to the test many times. For example, ...."
Discuss your specific qualifications for the
job. Always refer back to your enthusiasm for
the position.

2. What made this team work successfully?
Refer to aspects such as the good use of
available resources, the management of
obstacles, successful team
communication, use of initiative and
support and encouragement of each other.
Focus on the approach the team took and
acknowledge the contributions of
individual members.

3. What was your personal contribution to the team's
performance?
Refer to your strengths such as planning
and organizing, analyzing and problem-
solving. Support your answer with
specific examples of how you used these
strengths to contribute to the team. What
special role did you play and how was
your contribution received by the team?

4. Why did this team struggle to accomplish the objective?
Refer to the reasons why things did not
go according to plan, give specific
examples. Demonstrate that you have
been able to realistically analyze the
situation and explain what you would
have done, with hindsight, to improve the
situation and deal with the problems the
team experienced. Show an ability to
offer solutions, not just to point out the
problems.

5. How did you deal with the stress created by meeting the
challenges?
Describe the specific steps you took to
remain calm and controlled. Focus on
skills such as planning, flexibility,
communication and discipline.

6. How would the other team members describe you?
Refer to the positive reactions your
experienced from other team members.
Support your perception of how you came
across with examples of observations or
remarks made by the team.
Personal group interview questions
designed to get to know you as an
individual may be asked on a one-to-one
basis during the group interview process.

7. How would you describe yourself?
Avoid just repeating what is on your
resume. Focus on highlighting your skills
in a positive and job-relevant way. Try to
set yourself apart from the other
candidates as the most suitable person for
the job. You need to think about the job
requirements and emphasize your fit with
these needs. You can mention
observations others have made about your
strengths and abilities to reinforce your
answer. View interview questions and
answers to help you answer group
interview questions about yourself.

8. How would your colleagues describe you?
Think about the interpersonal style you
use with co-workers or your peers. What
adjectives would they use to describe
you? Dependable, resilient, helpful,
energetic etc. Use the guide to what are
your strengths? to help you with this.
Support your answer with examples.
"They describe me as dependable,
probably because I always meet my
deadlines." or "They consider me highly
adaptable, I am able to work effectively
with very diverse people. My last
department consisted of ......"
These group interview questions explore
your personal motivation for the position.

9. What about this position appeals to you most?
Give specific examples of why this
position and company excite you. Refer
to the positives you have learned about
the organization and the job from this
group interview process. Think about
how you can prove your passion and
interest for the position. Why would you
prefer to work for this company rather
than their competitors? Use your
background research to prepare for group
interview questions like this. Use the
excellent resources listed at preparing for
a job interview to help you prepare.

10. What are your goals and how does this company and
job fit with these goals?
Tailor your goals to the realities of this
position and company. Don't offer
specific job titles or time frames. Focus
on types of experiences you hope to gain
and the abilities you want to develop.
Consider realistically the opportunities
available in this organization. Refer to
what you will learn in this position and
how this fits in with your personal
development plan.

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The above interview questions also can be used for job title levels: entry level, junior, senior,
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