Sample Answers. 10. In an article for the New York Times, Andy Lansing, president and chief executive of Levy Restaurants

• I am lucky in that I have been able to survive difficult times due to my tenacity and strong work ethic. For example, when my former company was considering shutting down our branch, I worked relentlessly with my colleagues to increase our sales by over 15%, avoiding a shutdown.
  
• I consider myself extremely lucky in that I was given a remarkable education at XYZ University. I have worked hard to take full advantage of that education, participating in multiple internships and extracurricular in which I developed the skills and leadership qualities that make me the strong project manager I am today.

10. In an article for the New York Times, Andy Lansing, president and chief executive of Levy Restaurants, said that he begins every interview with the question, "Are you nice?" Part of the reason he asks this question is that it startles many interviewees, who are not expecting to receive this question.

I know one applicant who was caught off guard during an interview for a teaching position at a challenging charter school when the principal asked, "You seem like a sweet girl. How could someone so nice be able to deal with students acting out?" She said it was the hardest question she's ever been asked during a job interview.

When an employer asks you this question, he or she wants to see not only how you answer an unexpected question, but also whether or not you will fit into the company culture. It's a tricky question because sometimes the company wants to hire someone nice, and sometimes they don't. Here are some tips on how to handle the interview question, "Are you nice?" so that you will not be caught off guard.

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