Being prepared beforehand for an interview always benefits a candidate in rewarding ways. The interviews are usually a mix of confusion and excitement for a candidate. The interviewer has already taken your resume or CV into consideration and has invited you for an interview. 

Predicting the interview questions has never been an impossible task for experts apart from basic initial questions. Following are ten general and good interview questions for the candidates preparing for an interview meeting in Switzerland. These are applicable for all types of interviews whether video, telephonic or in-person interviews.

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1. Introduce yourself quickly and clearly.

The first and the most common or basic question. In answer to this, never repeat the information the interviewer has already seen in your resume. Answer this question briefly by elaborating on your accomplishments at previous work, your goal and your objectives 
 

2.Why our organization, why not our competitors?

This question is usually asked by the interviewer to assess how aware the candidate is. Give your answer in a way that depicts your research and awareness about the organization. Mention things from the organization's history, and state its mission statement and goals. Take a critical look over their competitiveness in the market. Shed some thoughts on the ongoing projects of the organization.
 

3. What are your strengths and why do you think they are strengths?

Avoid mentioning irrelevant information like strengths that do not contribute to your office work directly. Lifting hundreds of kgs doesn't add any value to the organization. So be specific about this question and mention strengths that add value to your organizational productivity. For example, your good communication and convincing skills helped you tackle a rude customer over the customer services desk and it helped the organization to retain business terms with that person.
 

4.What are your weaknesses, and what have you done to overcome them?

Well, be diplomatic while answering this question. It is not recommended to directly state your weaknesses to the employer. Instead of just mentioning a weakness that has been a hurdle in your performance at work. Mention the way you have overcome that weakness and how it has improved your performance. For instance, punctuality was a thing you were unable to achieve because of the commute you were using for work. Late arrival at work caused you to miss your routine assembly meeting. To overcome that you have changed your transportation to work and were able to attend assembly meetings. It has directly improved your outcome and productivity.

5. Sell yourself to this position?

Now is your time to prove your worth to the recruiter. Start speaking by highlighting the skills and qualities required for that specific position you are applying for. Explain how your expertise will be an asset to the organization and how it will add value to the position.

6. What are your expectations from us regarding salary?

Market experts recommend not to answer this question. Because if you mentioned any figures and they were unrealistic and overwhelming the interviewer will automatically judge you for being overconfident and ignorant of the knowledge of the industry. So it is recommended to read and gain data from the actual market or online websites like global salary surveys and then give a minimum figure to the recruiter. It gives you a chance to negotiate.

7. Are you living in Switzerland? If not, when are you planning to move earliest?

An interviewer might ask this question. Rather, you are visiting him or her in person or the interview is a telephonic or video interview. So answer it precisely by mentioning all the limitations and hurdles you are facing in moving to Switzerland.
 

8.How does criticism affect you?

Be honest and positive while answering. Mention that making mistakes is human nature and for that matter he often faces criticism. It is a normal thing, one should learn from criticism instead of planning revenge. Criticism makes us look for our mistakes, we correct those mistakes and it makes us a better person in the environment.

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9. Do you need us to fulfill your requirements?

This question is mostly asked of people living outside of Switzerland. This is mostly asked of persons in their final interviews. So when it is asked never hesitate and be open to discussing her facilities like transportation, medical and residence.

10.Where do you see yourself in the next five years?

Organizations spend millions of money and resources on the training and certifications of employees. It all goes to waste if the employee does not complete the working tenure. So never mention anything like you are planning to gain experience and work with another company or want to start your own business later. The recruiter will perceive that you are using this organization to climb up to your dream. So emphasize working and staying loyal to the organization