When you go for a job interview, at whatever company, you know there are some things that come up again and again, those typical interview questions. Or you should know that! If you haven't thought about how you are going to deal with these, your chances of landing the job you want have greatly decreased.
1) How do you react to criticism? Can you describe a situation where your work or idea was criticized? What sorts of things do you criticize in other people?
Dangerous typical interview questions! Be careful, because this sort of questions simultaneously check your weaknesses and your ability to handle criticism. Do not describe poor job, because it costs money and the employer won't like such example! Invoke your fancy. You may forget about your past and to create a new way you handle the criticism "on-the-fly" If nothing comes in your mind, tell that you always separate the feelings from the idea and you are trying to get the most from the person who criticized you. I believe you may tell that criticism is invaluable source for self-improvement.
2)Can you take instructions without feeling upset?
A standard manageability question. According to Martin Yate, "if you take offense easily or bristle when your mistakes are pointed out, you won't last long with any company." Answer that you "can take constructive criticism without feeling hurt."
3) Will you fight to get ahead?
Again, this is a good question and, as such, quite dangerous. You should take your time and ask what does the interviewer mean, professional interests or career. In either case, this question is more likely to be asked for team leading positions. Sometimes, it may be asked to test your manageability, team-playing skills and self-confidence.
4)What motivates you the most?
Cooperative management, steady team of strong professionals and encouraging the positive results. You may also mention the challenging task/job is a motivating factor.
5) Just what does success mean to you? How would you judge it?
Success is an ability to perform the given task in time with high quality. Successful accomplishment of the task is a huge stimulating factor by itself. With clearly defined task, there is no problem to judge the success.
Think about some of these areas and have your responses in mind. Making a card with bullet points on and taking it to the interview to read through beforehand is a good idea that has worked for me. Get there early and run through it.
These are just some starting points and remember there are many other typical interview questions.