Looking back on your last position, have you done your best work?

TRAPS:  Tricky question.  Answer “absolutely” and it can seem like your best work is behind you.  Answer, “no, my best work is ahead of me,” and it can seem as if you didn’t give it your all.


BEST ANSWER:  To cover both possible paths this question can take, your answer should state that you always try to do your best, and the best of your career is right now.  Like an athlete at the top of his game, you are just hitting your career stride thanks to several factors.  Then, recap those factors, highlighting your strongest qualifications.