Tell me about yourself.
Your answer to this question will guide the interviewer as they conduct the rest of the interview. It will help them assess how nervous you are and how much effort it will take to get you to relax. As the interview proceeds, they'll evaluate your confidence and communication skills and get a better grasp of your personality. Every interviewer has a preconceived notion of the type of employee they are looking for to fill a role. This introductory question will offer a first impression of you and whether you are the right fit for their company and this position.
"I earned my degree in communications and worked in retail to support myself through college. When I finished college, I continued working in retail because I like working with people, meeting people, and making people smile. I pride myself on my customer service skills. At a certain point, I knew I had to transition into a role that better suited my skills. I've been a T-Mobile customer since I was a kid and got my first iPhone through T-Mobile. I love this company; they're a great communications company, so why not work for them? So I started learning more and more about the company, and the more I learned, the more I realized this felt like the right fit for me. So here I am."
When answering this question, picture the type of candidate they are looking for and how you fit that mold. This will help you be yourself and showcase your personality while presenting yourself in a way they can identify with. Combing through every letter of every page in an interview can feel overwhelming. But throughout each Mockquestions set, we'll offer insights into some of the most important facets of a company's values, pillars, purpose, mission, and all things that build its culture and identity.
