50 great interview questions

Hiring decisions are among the most important business decisions you'll ever make. And in the hiring process, nothing is more crucial than the employment interview. Within the space of a brief interview, you must learn about the background, skills, and experiences your job candidate is bringing to

Here are 50 of the best interview questions. When it comes time to hire, use these questions to help you make the right decision.

The candidate's background

1. Tell me about yourself.

2. What adjectives would you use to describe yourself?

3. Why are you here?

4. Describe the duties and responsibilities of each of your last two (or three) positions.

5. Why do you want to leave your present job?

6. Would you explain the reasons for each of your last two (or three, or four) job changes?