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I applied for a position a little beyond my skills (years of experience/expertise). During the interview, I was asked questions I could answer well, and I was asked questions I did not know anything about.

did better than 98% of the interested candidates. I wish that if I am suitable for the job, my CGPA shouldn’t affect your decision. ..however, that’s my opinion. You’re the best judge.

Having someone in the role is a good indicator of the company. HR are usually good go to people for many things outside of the IT field.

it's essential to strike a balance between honesty and presenting yourself in the best possible light. Choose weaknesses that are relevant to the job but also demonstrate your self-awareness and willingness to improve.

Communicating that you are similarly organized in your career plans builds alignment in the eyes of the hiring manager that “you think like us and will fit in here”.

I'm highly resilient! Rest assured that I wouldn't be interviewing with you if I could see this being an issue. I take any role I hold very seriously and invest the necessary time and energy to be successful in it.

This lesson applies well into adulthood and especially during an interview. The last thing you want to do is insult an interviewer by constantly cutting off their sentences.

Gain knowledge of the technology which is allied to your domain but which you are not currently working in. This would project that you are interested to learn.

HR does know liars and BS artists. Does know when the dots don’t connect when you relate stories about past jobs.

Prepare for your Amazon interview by reviewing the company's leadership principles and thinking of examples from your past experiences that demonstrate these principles. Additionally, practice coding challenges and problem-solving scenarios relevant to your role.

By following these tips, you can effectively navigate unexpected interview questions and demonstrate your ability to think on your feet and adapt to different situations.

if you were already hired, and I were your manager, I’d probably work with you to ensure you are well-prepared to go for it when the time comes, or work with you to help you do it part-time if you prefer.