Your Guide to Interviewing Questions that every candidate should be prepared to answer: "Tell me about yourself." Make a short, organized statement of your education and professional achievements and professional goals. Then, briefly describe your qualifications for the job and the contributions you could make to the organization. "What are your best skills?" If you have sufficiently researched the organization, you should be able to imagine what skills the company values. List them, then give examples where you have demonstrated these skills. "Do you prefer to work by yourself or with others?" The ideal answer is one of flexibility. However, be honest. Give examples describing how you have worked in both situations. "What salary are you expecting?" You probably don't want to answer this one directly. Instead, deflect the question back to the interviewer by saying something like: "I don't know, what are you planning on paying the best candidate?" Let the employer make the first offer. However, it is still important to know what the current salary range is for the profession. Find salary surveys at the library or on the internet, and check the classifieds to see what comparable jobs in your area are paying. This information can help you negotiate compensation once the employer makes an offer. "What is your major weakness?" Be positive; turn a weakness into a strength. For example, you might say: "I often worry too much over my work. Sometimes I work late to make sure the job is done well." http://www.job-interview.net Suggested Reading: Winning the Job Interview Game : Tips for the High Tech Era Jo Danna; Paperback Naked at the Interview : Tips and Quizzes to Prepare You for Your First Real Job.