How do you like to spend your free time?
"I'm a big gamer. I especially spend a lot of time on Fortnite. My uncle taught me early on the value of having good sportsmanship. So, I earned the moniker, The Saint. I don't get caught up in the negative aspects of that culture. One of the things I love about it is connecting with people from different cultures around the world. It also helps me stay connected with my cousins, who live far away."
This question aims to get you out of interview mode and to relax. It will contrast your more professional interview performance and determine when you are more truthful and open versus more guarded and reserved. It will also help the hiring authority evaluate how well your personality will potentially fit into their team. The less guarded you are about your personal life, the more it shows you'll be able to foster interpersonal work relationships. Feel free to share anything you feel makes you interesting or memorable. Find relatable points of common interest.
Practice in front of your computer's camera, trying to at the camera lens rather than at yourself. Maintain eye contact in front of the camera as if you're speaking face-to-face with a person. If you can align your interests with what this opportunity offers, all the better.
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I am an outbound personality. I always love going out with friends and cousins to play games and outbound activities, and I love volunteering for college and community events. One of the things I love about it is connecting with people from different cultures worldwide, allowing me to learn and experience new things.
Marcie's Feedback
Nice! Rather than using the word 'outbound' here, say that you're extroverted or social. What kinds of volunteer events have you participated in? And how will your enjoyment of connecting with people from diverse cultures benefit the company if they hire you for this role?
Anonymous Answer
When I was in Ghana I enjoyed going to the blood drive events either to volunteer or donate blood or both. Here in the UK, I spend most of my free time visiting new places.
Jaymie's Feedback
Perfect!
Anonymous Answer
I'm a homebody so I like staying at home to read and catch up on some tv shows. I also have a dog that I walk with every day during my free time so I mostly stay at home and enjoy the company of my dog.
Jaymie's Feedback
Short and concise is appropriate for this type of question and is often a good ice breaker to get the interviewer talking about their hobbies or their pets as well!
Anonymous Answer
I'm a health and sports enthusiast who enjoys working out five times a week and playing futsal every Tuesday. It's not just about staying in shape, but also about connecting with people from diverse communities around the area and forming meaningful friendships. It's a great way for me to stay fit and also expand my social circle. I love the sense of community and camaraderie that sports bring into my life, creating connections that I might not have formed otherwise.
Marcie's Feedback
Great job! You wisely use your answer to show that you're not only active and fit but also social, a relationship builder, and a fan of diversity. Way to go! Excellent.
Anonymous Answer
I like to sing karaoke and listen to music. It can help me relieve stress and make it easier for me to get to know people. And I used to be a member of the choir club as well.
Jaymie's Feedback
Excellent! This is a fun answer that might open the interviewer up to share something as well.
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