Self-test: Am I ready for the interview? Job interview – preparation

This short Self-test for your job interview helps you assess how well prepared you are – in terms of content, communication, and your inner attitude. Answer each statement honestly with Ja or NoYou will immediately receive an assessment and targeted tips for improvement.

How to use the test: Read each question carefully and answer spontaneously – it’s not about right or wrong, but about your current self-perception.

Self-test – Interview readiness

  1. I know my main strengths and can demonstrate them with examples.


  2. I know exactly what appeals to me about the advertised position and why I'm a good fit for it.


  3. I have plausible reasons why I want to change my career. Job interview analysis


  4. I identified potential points of criticism (e.g., gaps, change of industry, age) and prepared good answers.


  5. I have clear salary expectations and can explain them clearly.


  6. I learned about the company, its culture, and current developments.


  7. I can introduce myself concisely in two to three minutes (“short pitch”).


  8. I have prepared and practiced a self-presentation (e.g. PowerPoint or short speech). Self-presentation job interview


  9. I have the relevant Keywords from the job advertisement incorporated into my self-presentation.


  10. I can present my professional vision clearly and convincingly.


  11. I know how to demonstrate flexibility, loyalty, and goal orientation with examples.


  12. I have prepared good, honest follow-up questions that show genuine interest.


  13. I had the conversation in advance with a KI (e.g. ChatGPT) and used the feedback.


  14. I have concrete examples after the STAR Method (Situation–Task–Action–Result) prepared.


  15. I can not only present successes, but also failures speak and show what I learned from it.


  16. I am prepared for critical questions (e.g. termination, gaps, stress). Tricky questions in job interviews


  17. I know what questions inadmissible are (family planning, religion, ethnicity, health, age).


  18. I have prepared polite but firm formulations to ward off inadmissible questions.


  19. I approach the conversation with confidence and inner calm.


  20. I act authentically – without playing a role.


  21. I consciously prepared my appearance (clothing, voice, body language).