What most people say: They mention some of the more generic things to be considered (which can easily be FOUND through a basic Internet search. Managers know that.).

What you should say: Begin with, “That depends, because a cookie-cutter approach just won’t work when it comes to enterprise network design.” Then outline a specific enterprise network you’ve designed and its particular concerns.

Why you should say it: This type of answer lets the interviewer know more about your specific level of EXPERIENCE RATHER than just your level of technical knowledge. In just about EVERY CASE, experience trumps knowledge.

What most people say: They mention some of the more generic things to be considered (which can easily be found through a basic Internet search. Managers know that.).

What you should say: Begin with, “That depends, because a cookie-cutter approach just won’t work when it comes to enterprise network design.” Then outline a specific enterprise network you’ve designed and its particular concerns.

Why you should say it: This type of answer lets the interviewer know more about your specific level of experience rather than just your level of technical knowledge. In just about every case, experience trumps knowledge.