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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
They want to know why you want to join them. This question also offers you an opportunity to reveal how in-depth you've researched the position. Any company bringing on a new employee wants to know how one will fit into the culture of their brand. They'll gauge this by observing whether you embody their brand through like-mindedness.

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Be sure to incorporate some of the language, keywords, and taglines of their branding into your answer. As they state on their website, "Stepping back and considering what the company should be doing, look ahead, and be bold. The bold commitments we've made are moving us closer to realizing this vision." So take advantage of this opportunity to showcase your knowledge and the thorough research you performed. Show that you've put thoughtful consideration into the opportunities this position has to offer your future and career. Answer with sincerity, in a manner according to your nature.

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"I'm very motivated to advance my career. Doing so with a company with similar core values and principles is ideal. Working with GM feels like a good fit, a symbiotic relationship. The prospect of this is exciting for me."
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