"I have an uncle who played a big role in my life, especially when I was a kid. He and I would game together, and when I was six years old, he taught me how to build my first computer, which we tricked out for our gaming. Later, he taught me how to develop my own software. Eventually, I outgrew the gaming but still loved programming and pursued this passion through school. After graduating with my degree, it made sense to go to the greatest computer company of all time and do my best and offer my services there. So here I am."

You can almost always count on this question at the beginning of an interview. It's your opportunity to deliver your elevator pitch and put your best foot forward. Not only do you want to showcase your personality while framing yourself as a good fit for their company and the role. But you also want to give them a snapshot of your professional journey and accomplishments. So hold their attention by telling them why you chose your career and how it defines you, why you are there, and how you reached this stage in your career journey, preparing you for this role. Tell them where your journey started and how you got to where you are today. Then share your career goals, where you would like to take your career, how you believe IBM will take you there, and what they stand to benefit from hiring you.