How would you describe your personality, and why would it benefit our team?

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Hiring managers know that personality is difficult to gauge through a candidate screening and interview process. From my time supporting recruitment efforts across a wide spectrum of jobs, I know that interviewers love to assess a candidate's personality to ensure that they will be a good fit for the team and the culture of the organization. Both of these fits are important at Air Canada, so your interviewer opens the door for you to describe your personality.

Before your interview with Air Canada, consider how others would describe your personality and come ready to project that to your interviewer. A great answer here would include buzz words that are memorable about you as a candidate, including words like introverted, energetic, and confident.

"Most describe me as sociable, loyal, and practical, both in my personal life and my education. My parents instilled a strong set of values that helped shape who I am today, and as I look to enter my career at Air Canada, I'm confident these traits will make me a valuable part of your team."

"I would describe my personality as approachable, light-hearted, and positive. I believe that, if asked, my colleagues and supervisor would say the same about me as positive attributes I could bring to the Air Canada team."

"I am confident, friendly, and a go-getter. Are these personality traits that you are looking for at Air Canada?"

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"I am confident, friendly, organized, and honest. Are these personality traits that you are looking for in your next hire?"

Rachelle's Feedback

Great! This is a nice question to ask because you can then gain a 'yes' from the interviewer! :)

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