Tell me about yourself - a good answer to this interview question

4 Major Tips

1. Give a snapshot of your work history 2. Make your mini-stories "achievement-oriented" 3. Tell the employer what you KNOW about this role 4. Tell the employer WHY you're the right fit for what they need

Tip 3. Tell the employer what you KNOW about this role

Acknowledge what you know they need for the position

Tip 2. Make your mini-stories "achievement-oriented"

An accomplishment is anytime where you have saved time, saved money, improved processes, improved profitability Anything where you done something that has resulted in a quantifiable result

Rule 1

DO NOT talk about your personal or family life Talk about your qualifications, experiences, why your a good fit for this role

Rule 2

Do tell a story Talk about your professional work story - Engaging - Compelling - Clear - Complete

Tip 1. Give a snapshot of your work history

This includes 1) company name 2) your title 3) # of years in that role 4) your major responsibilities

Tip 4. Tell the employer WHY you're the right fit for what they need

Understand why you are the one and only perfect fit for this position