How to Answer the Question "Tell Me About Yourself" in an Interview

03.11.2024 10:20

During the interview you may be bombarded with a variety of questions, for which it is better to be prepared.

Interviewers from the HR and Human Resources department will not only ask you about your professional activities, but will also most likely provoke you with unexpected questions, the answers to which will largely determine your final result.

One of these common questions is "Tell us about yourself!"

At first glance, this question seems to be relaxing and defusing the atmosphere. But this is far from true, because the interviewer's opinion of you depends on how you decide to present yourself and in what direction to present your personality summary.

One of the biggest mistakes people make is staying silent, looking away and not knowing what to say.

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It's okay to zone out at this point because you might not have expected the question, and it's not always possible to come up with something original to share about your life and personality.

Another mistake is to start talking in detail about something that has nothing to do with your job and the skills you have to offer.

So what is the correct answer to the question "Tell us about yourself!"?

You should know your work history well.

Above all, be professional. Don't talk about how you spend your Friday nights or what kind of parties you like.

Remember that this is not a meeting, but a serious conversation on which your professional future depends.

Identify a few of your successes and achievements that you consider significant. Point to them first when you are asked to tell about yourself.

Behave naturally and sincerely

Recruiters conducting interviews are well trained and can easily sense unnatural behavior that is not typical for a particular person.

They will immediately notice if you are trying to please them at any cost. This behavior is repulsive and can play a cruel joke on you. Above all, try to be as natural as possible.

Tell us what aspects of your job you enjoy most. Highlight what motivates you and makes you work harder.

Demonstrate dedication and enthusiasm. These are the qualities that recruiters are looking for. For them, enthusiasm and personal motivation are much more important than the answer to the question itself.

Tell us why you think you are the ideal candidate.

Try to "sell yourself" successfully. Talk about your most valuable qualities that you believe are suitable for the position you are applying for.

The interviewer will appreciate hearing your thoughts on how you could contribute to the company based on your experience and skills.

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Vitaly Kisterny Author: Vitaly Kisterny Editor-in-Chief


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  1. So what is the correct answer to the question "Tell us about yourself!"?
  2. You should know your work history well.
  3. Behave naturally and sincerely
  4. Tell us why you think you are the ideal candidate.