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Question 5 of 30 for our State Farm HireVue Mock Interview

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Question 5 of 30

Tell me about yourself.

"I'm Pat. I'm passionate about travel, love listening to world music, and I really enjoy reading and am passionate about international cuisine. I'm a recent WA State University graduate, excited about my career and what comes next. I'm interested in..."

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How to Answer: Tell me about yourself.

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a State Farm job interview.

  • 5. Tell me about yourself.

      The Goal

      Before the interview, compose an encapsulated biography of yourself that features your career journey as relevant to the position, and the makeup of your professional character. Personal information worth including are any mentors or sources of inspiration, any major educational and professional achievements, and where you feel you are heading in your career. Rehearse it, ensuring you come across as relaxed, interesting, and relatable.

      Written by Kevin Downey on October 21st, 2022

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      They use this question as an icebreaker to get you out of interview mode. Asking an informal question will more likely get a sincere answer. The algorithm will use such questions to establish when you are being sincere and more true to yourself. It will contrast what it perceives as your genuine personality against your more reserved and performative answers to determine or predict the truth.

      Written by Kevin Downey on October 21st, 2022

      Answer Example

      "I'm Pat. I'm passionate about travel, love listening to world music, and I really enjoy reading and am passionate about international cuisine. I'm a recent WA State University graduate, excited about my career and what comes next. I'm interested in..."

      Written by Kevin Downey on October 21st, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Well as you can see in my resume I have been working in sales and customer services for many years, since my first until the last I always keep a record of customer satisfaction with 95% positive ratings.
      Working with team sales affordable packages and specials offers to the customer; handle inquiries and solve them."

      Jaymie's Feedback

      You're off to a great start! Your response provides a solid overview of your experience in sales and customer service. Consider providing more insight about your most recent role/title, education, and what brings you to the interview. You could also share a personal fact or two, like "Outside of work, I'm an avid traveler." This will add depth to your answer and give a 360-degree overview.

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