Tell me a little about yourself
Don't tell them your life history. All they want to know is what makes you suitable for the job.

What can you contribute to the company?
They want to check how much you know about the company. Try to tell them how you can give them something you know they need.

What experience do you have?
Tell them about something you have done that is relevant to the job you want. It's a chance to show that you know what the job involves. (You can talk about experience gained outside of work.)

Is your performance at school a good indication of your abilities?
If you didn't do very well at school, don't get drawn into excuses. Talk about something you've done well.

What's the biggest mistake you've ever made?
You can admit mistakes. However, focus on what you learnt from a mistake and how you put it right.

What's your worst character flaw/greatest weakness?
Choose something that relates to the job and explain what you've done to overcome it. Make sure you only admit to something that has been or can be overcome if it relates to the job.

Can you work under pressure?
The answer is, of course, "yes". Give an example of a situation in which you have worked well under pressure. (It doesn't have to be from a work situation.)

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Show that you are ambitious, but realistic. Don't be arrogant. You don't have to be specific. You can say what sort of job you'd like. You can say that you'd like to have gained experience in something. Try to say something that they would like to hear - so, don't say you hope to be working somewhere better, or doing something completely different.

Why are you leaving your current job?
Be positive. Give positive reasons that say something good about you. For example, you want to learn more, you want greater career opportunities, you're interested in something the new company does. Failing that, give a practical reason - like you've moved house. Don't whinge about a previous employer. Don't suggest that all you're looking for is more money.

What is the greatest challenge you've faced?
Talk about a difficulty that you've faced and overcome. Make it something that shows you'd be good at something needed for the job.

What aspect of this job interests you the most?
This is your chance to prove that you know what the job involves. Show you're really enthusiastic about an important part of the job.

Give an example of when you've (done something needed for the job)?
Make sure you know what skills are needed to do the job well and be prepared to give examples of when you have shown that you can do those things - in or out of work.

What are your salary expectations?
You should have already done some research and found out the kind of salary that will be paid for this position. Don't be greedy. If you lack experience or qualifications, admit this and suggest that you know you might earn less while you gain these. You don't have to give a specific answer; you can suggest a minimum or a range. You can point out if things other than money are important - such as training opportunities. Don't get into a negotiation at this point - focus on making them want you.