In today’s workplace it’s very important for employers to recruit the right person. They want someone who not only has the correct skills and experience to do the job, but also the sort of personality that will fit in with an existing team. So, how can you answer those tricky interview questions and convey all the great skills you have to offer?

Why don’t you tell me about yourself?

“Why don’t you tell me about yourself?” is an almost inevitable question an interviewer will ask. It enables them to learn a large bulk about you right at the beginning of the interview. But, even though it is the most frequently asked question, it’s one that many interview candidates have the most difficulty answering. This is because candidates often don’t understand what the question implies. Do they want you to explain your hobbies, past experience, or that you go out every Friday night?

Every question interviewers ask is used to differentiate your skills, experience, and personality with that of other candidates. They want to determine if what you have to offer will mesh with the organisation’s mission and goals.

The following are four easy steps outlined to ensure your response will grab the interviewer’s attention: Continue reading “Why Don’t You Tell Me About Yourself?” »