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Question 21 of 30 for our General Motors Mock Interview

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Question 21 of 30

Why should we hire you?

"I've been described by several employers and coworkers as a clutch player. Some people have a cup either half empty or half full, but my cup overflows. Beyond my hard skills, I have outstanding project and time management skills, am a team player to the core, I'm an excellent communicator, and have a consistently positive attitude."

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  • 21. Why should we hire you?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      The interviewer is curious if you'll squander the opportunity to advertise your merits, and what kind of pitch you'd throw their way. It also evaluates how above and beyond you've gone in researching the position, and how well you've been paying attention to the other interview questions in this set. They want to know if you know what sets you apart from the other candidates competing for this opportunity.

      Written by Kevin Downey on April 28th, 2022

      How to Answer

      This is an excellent opportunity to boast about your unique accomplishments, going deeper into what you brought to your previous teams, and what you would deliver to theirs. Think about your successes, the positive energy you'd bring, and the positive comments your coworkers have mentioned about you in the past. Speak confidently, make relaxed eye contact, and posture yourself with positive, engaging, and confident body language.

      Written by Kevin Downey on April 28th, 2022

      Answer Example

      "I've been described by several employers and coworkers as a clutch player. Some people have a cup either half empty or half full, but my cup overflows. Beyond my hard skills, I have outstanding project and time management skills, am a team player to the core, I'm an excellent communicator, and have a consistently positive attitude."

      Written by Kevin Downey on April 28th, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "During my working career, I’ve been described as hard-working and passionate. I love helping people and making sure things are ticking along as expected. Beyond my experience & hard skills, I am a great team player and an excellent communicator. I think I would be a great asset to the team."

      Jaymie's Feedback

      This is a good start, but the more details, the better when answering this question. Remember, there may be many candidates with the same skills, so give a specific example to back up your answer or really tie in your skills with the job description and what the company is looking for in their next employee.

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