3 Tips to Answer 'Tell Me About Yourself' in Interviews - Linda Raynier

Introduction

• Presenter: Linda Raynier, Career Strategist, Speaker, and Coach
• Objective: Teach 3 tips to answer the "Tell me about yourself" question effectively
• Goal: Stand out in front of hiring managers and land more job offers

Ground Rules

1. Do Not Talk About Personal Life
   • Focus on professional background and experience.
   • Employers seek qualifications, experience, and fit for the role.
2. Do Tell a Story
   • Share a professional work story that is engaging, compelling, clear, and complete.

Tips to Answer the Question

Tip #1: Give a Snapshot of Your Work History

• Start from your earliest professional job
  • Describe the company, job title, duration, and major responsibilities.
• Example: Progression from Financial Analyst -> Senior Financial Analyst -> Finance Manager
• Include major accomplishments
  • Achievements such as saving time, saving money, improving processes, or improving profitability.
  • Quantifiable results are ideal.

Tip #2: Highlight Major Accomplishments

• Describe one major accomplishment per position
  • Examples: saving time, saving money, improving processes, enhancing profitability.
• In conjunction with Tip #1
  • Combine the snapshot and accomplishments for each position.

Tip #3: Acknowledge Employer's Needs

• Recognize what the employer requires for the role
  • Mention key skills and qualifications that align with the job.
  • Example: "I am aware that for this role you need someone with process improvement skills and abilities."
• Psychological impact: Demonstrates awareness of both your abilities and the employer’s needs, fostering connection.

Tip #4: Assert Why You Are the Right Fit

• Tell the employer clearly why you fit the role
  • Be clear and specific about why you are the best candidate.
  • Example: Explicitly state why you are the perfect fit for the position.
• Avoid ending on a flat note: Ensure your response stands out from others by confidently claiming your suitability for the role.

Conclusion

• Ensure your resume also stands out to secure interviews.
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