Conquering the Most Feared Interview Question: "Tell Me About Yourself"

Last updated 10 months ago

Think about your last job interview. Try to remember what the most intimidating question was. For most people, “Tell me about yourself” is a very difficult topic to approach! But this question actually gives you a fabulous opportunity to talk about why you are the best choice for the position. Use these tips from MyNextGig.com to conquer this question during your next job interview:

Know your audience. This topic seems to be the most feared because it is so open to interpretation. Without proper guidance, many interviewees are unsure of how to approach the question and how to create an acceptable answer. You can construct a great answer by thinking about your interviewer, the job title, and the company. Imagine what you would want to hear if you were hiring a new employee and create an answer that follows that guide—the employer is likely trying to get a feel for your personality beyond your qualifications on paper.

Create a timeline of your work history. When an interviewer asks you to talk about yourself, he also wants to know how you relate your work history and skills. You should look over your resume and come up with a brief overview of your past jobs and educational experiences. This information will help the interviewer determine whether you are right for the position.

Mention accomplishments and any relevant information. You should also mention accomplishments you have earned in the professional world. This allows the interviewer to get the best understanding of your work attitude. Feel free to discuss hobbies and side projects that are relevant to the job responsibilities listed by the employer to give them even more background and insight.

Practice and then practice again! Once you have constructed a great answer, you should do a practice interview at home. Have a friend or family member interview you and ask you this question. Work on giving a natural response that contains all of the important information you want potential employers to know.

This advice can help you prepare to answer calls for help wanted in Orange County! Use these tips after searching through the job listings available at MyNextGig.com. Call our team today at (888) 481-8330 to learn more.