How do you answer 'Please tell us about yourself' in a job interview?

Answer 1

Well, here is my suggestion.

1. start with the strengths you are most confidant. It should be related to the job you are applying for. Maintain the eye contact while speaking and be clear about what you say. Explain may be 2 to 3 strengths.

Example:

I have ability to cope with failures and try to learn from my mistakes.

• One of my greatest strengths which I've acquired during my education is good analytical and planning skills. This has always benefited me to set goals and try to achieve them. But at the same time I'm driven by the thoughts of success.

This question is mostly followed by the following question.

"What are your weaknesses?" Explain the weakness in a positive manner. Discuss the weakness which is everyones weakness. How about something like this.

"I prioritize continuous growth and improvement. An area on which I would like to focus is managing others who have different expectations from me. I am learning how to give better direction to others who are not self-motivated.

Expanded answer to question:

Develop an honest, interesting story about yourself that tells a story about how you evolved through your training, education and most importantly your experiences. For instance, describe how you learned to be resourceful because you had a large family and times were difficult. This shows, that you are a self-starter, take initiative and that you are creative. The method for answering this question is as follows:

Interviewer: Tell me about yourself?

Interviewee (you): I come from a large family that did not have very much growing up. As a result, I learned efficiency, how to take initiative, could develop very compelling arguments with my older siblings. These skills served me well in my early career as I established myself as an expert technical developer (can substitute for something else). As I broadened my exposure, this allowed me to take on more demanding roles and complex projects. For example, I led this project and that project that was failing. I always had a knack for solving the most demanding and complex issues that could impact the bottom-line or jeopardize winning a new client. My upbringing taught me not to shy away from difficult situations and that there is always a solution. Together, the attributes would bring tremendous value to your company as you seek to increase sales while also contracting the number of staff.

As you can see, you've told a story without sounding too boring and you demonstrate how "who you are" as a person is quite compelling and relevant to the interviewee. Of course this assumes you have done research about the company for which you are interviewing and so on.

Answer 2

The employer is really asking, "why should I hire you,?" when they ask, "Tell us about yourself." They don't really want to hear that you're a quick learner, or where you went to school. They want to hear that you are well qualified for the job, get along well with people, require little training, and have a positive attitude. They want to see that you are an honest, optimistic person with integrity. They want to see that you don't plan to come in and "take over."

So, a good answer may be, "I believe I would be a good fit for your company because I am a very positive, people person and I feel I can hit the ground running based on my experience in this industry. My hours are flexible and I'm able to work extra just to get the job done."

An answer like this shows you will not be a burden to the employer by not requiring tons of training; believe me, they're busy enough and don't want to spend too much of their time training you. Also, they want someone who is not high maintenance; someone who is cheerful. This is what I look for when I'm interviewing.

Answer 3

very good morning to all of you. today i am very glad or it's my pleasure because all of you give me opportunity to say something about myself thanks to all of you. my name is shekhar kumar verma from delhi, as far as my educational qualification is concerned i have done my matriculation from lbh school giridih recently i have completed my degree from ignou right Now. my stream was computer science. now a days i am persuing mca from mdudde situated in delhi. my hobby is to listening music and Surfing net. (you can mention family background if needed.............../)at last i believe in work is worship,that's all.

+918285065509/shekharkumar.smith45@gmail.com

Answer 4

i ve been a nurse/charge nurse for 22 years.i started to learn my skills in 1985 as a critical care nurse in different hospitals in the Middle East. s tarted at the American university of beirut where i learn to deal with different nationalities and dealing with different cultures and traditions. i learn to manage myself ,my work adjusting with aculturisation.and the critical part of nursing managing crtical patients , nuse. ive been always dedicated to my job with plentiful of challenges.as ye saleaghg

Answer 5

You need to answer this question by saying that there is no specific or a pre defined answer that can be given.

All you need to state is your name, educational qualification, your achievements and your strengths. When you are mentioning strengths please make sure that you say that" i am sure any employer would like these qualities which are my strengths and would be appreciated if i conducted myself according to them".

Answer 6

Remember that the interviewers are looking for the best person for the job. So they don't want to hear anything bad about you. Tell them about your good points:

* I'm an early bird. I get up every morning and jog before breakfast. * I like finishing tasks. I can't bear putting something down unfinished. I'll stick at it till it's done. * I like other people's company. I get on well with people that I work with. * I'm a cheerful person and I like to smile and keep other people happy. * I like helping people. If someone has a problem I'll do what I can to help.

Answer 7

In any job interview, you might have to tell the interviewer about yourself. You don't want to ramble on, disclosing personal information. Instead, focus on highlights that are relevant to the position for which you are applying.

Answer 8

By summarising your educational and professional record in 2 minutes. Talk about your aims for the future and, your stregths and where you have demonstrated these in your career. A couple of sentences at the end about you as a person - married? kids? hobbies? ect This qestion is one that almost certainly will be asked, your response is a good measure of your communication skills, preparation and presentation. Prepare for it thoroughly and rehearse it if required.

Answer 9

Tell something about yourself.

Answer 10

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