How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself” in an Interview
Life Work Balance・12 minutes read
Prepare for the "Tell me about yourself" interview question by linking your experiences to the job requirements, keeping your response concise and relevant. Practice your answer and seek personalized coaching from Abby on Twitch for additional guidance.
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- Preparation is key when facing the interview question "Tell me about yourself," linking your experiences to the job requirements by keeping the response concise and tailored to the specific role.
- Recording and practicing your answer can help refine your delivery, ensuring that it is both time-efficient and impactful, while avoiding unnecessary personal details.
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How can I effectively answer "Tell me about yourself" in an interview?
By reviewing the job posting and linking your experience to key aspects of the job.
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Summary
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Mastering the "Tell me about yourself" question
- Abby from the LifeWorkBalance YouTube channel discusses the common interview question "Tell me about yourself" and the importance of preparing for it.
- Interviewees often struggle with this question despite its predictability as the opening query in most interviews.
- To answer this question effectively, review the job posting and identify three to five key aspects of the job to link your experience to.
- Craft your response by relating your current, past, and future experiences to the job requirements, avoiding a generic pitch.
- Keep your answer brief, aiming for about 90 seconds to two minutes, as excessively long responses can be off-putting to interviewers.
- Practice your response by recording yourself to gauge timing, tone, and overall effectiveness.
- Avoid sharing personal information unless directly relevant to the position, focusing on how your experiences align with the job requirements.
- For further guidance or personalized coaching, Abby offers one-on-one job coaching sessions on Twitch every Tuesday at 8:30 pm Mountain Time.
