1. Tell me about yourself, give us an example of a difficult situation and how you overcame it.
Overview
This is a classic interview question, and one that's often asked in the banking industry. The candidate should be prepared to discuss his or her personal history, as well as a time when he or she had to make a difficult decision.
Overview
This is a classic interview question, and one that's often asked in the banking industry. The candidate should be prepared to discuss his or her personal history, as well as a time when he or she had to make a difficult decision.
Interview Expectations
Level of experience
Demonstration of problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure,
Sample Answer
I was born and raised in Chicago, and I've lived there ever since. I went to college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and I graduated with a degree in finance. I've worked at several banks in the area, but I'm most familiar with the operations at Bank of America.