31 smart answers to really tough interview questions by Jacquelyn Smith on Nov 1, 2015, 6:00 PM Advertisement
 Some job interviewers ask tough questions to trip you up or to get you to reveal information you may be trying to conceal. Others want to get a better sense of your thought process or see how you respond under pressure. Whatever the reason, you'll want to be prepared. In her book "301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions ," Vicky Oliver says in order to prevail, you need to "trounce your competition." One of the best ways to stand out: have the smartest answers to the toughest questions. Note: Many of these are examples of great responses to help guide you. They won't necessarily work for everyone, in every situation. You should never lie in an interview. Vivian Giang contributed to a previous version of this article. SEE ALSO: Former Google employee who is now CEO of her own startup shares 4 tips for landing a job right after college Q: What is your biggest weakness that's really a weakness, and not a secret strength?  A: I am extremely impatient. I expect my employees to prove themselves on the very first assignment. If they fail, my tendency is to stop delegating to them and start doing everything myself. To compensate for my own weakness, however, I have started to really prep my people on exactly what will be expected of them.
Q: Will you be out to take my job?  A: Maybe in about 20 years, but by then, I suspect you'll be running the entire company and will need a good, loyal lieutenant to help you manage this department!
Q: You have changed careers before. Why should I let you experiment on my nickel?  A: As a career-changer, I believe that I'm a better employee because I've gained a lot of diverse skills from moving around. These skills help me solve problems creatively.
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