Advice and Examples: Tell me about yourself.
20. Tell me about yourself.
The Goal
Hiring authorities commonly use this question as an icebreaker to start the interview. The way you answer this question can help determine the flow of your discussion or even the direction your interviewer takes with subsequent interview questions. The goal of your response is to give the interviewer a glimpse into who you are as it relates to the job opportunity. You also want to spotlight the factors that make you the best candidate for the role.
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What to Avoid
Avoid giving overly personal statements. When you respond, you can add a splash of personal information; however, choose something like, 'I love to read science fiction books,' vs. 'I was recently diagnosed with...'
Also, avoid discussing factors unrelated to your career, like where you were born or your relationship status. Instead, keep your answer as work-relevant as possible. You can discuss competitive sports, educational achievements, or volunteer work if you are new to your career.
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Pro Tip
An interviewer may not always ask, 'Tell me about yourself' using this exact wording. Other ways your interviewer may ask this question:
- Tell me about your career journey.
- Talk to me about your career.
- Walk me through your professional background.
Be prepared to encounter multiple variations of this common interview question.
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How to Answer
Many interviews begin with the question, 'Tell me about yourself.' This question can turn any well-prepared candidate inside out because it's open-ended. You might wonder where to begin and where to end! The 'Past, Present, Future' framework is beneficial for forming an answer to this common interview question.
1) Past: Provide a brief overview of your career journey.
2) Present: Discuss your current career situation as it relates to the job opportunity.
3) Future: Talk about your career aspirations and how this future opportunity fits.
When you frame your response using the Past, Present, Future method, it helps you keep your thoughts on track, allowing you to deliver a well-organized answer with impact. If it feels more natural, you can also frame your answer as Present, Past, Future.
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Answer Example
"(Past) I have worked as a patient care coordinator for over five years, consulting with patients and determining their needs. I have always enjoyed delivering patient care with compassion and empathy. (Present) Currently, I work for a private functional medicine clinic developing care plans and coordinating patient-care services. This role helped me expand my program development knowledge while meeting unique patient needs. (Future) Now, I am looking to broaden my experience to include actively educating patients and working with an established care team to evaluate interventions. Your organizations' focus on care plans is one reason why I was thrilled to apply for this career opportunity."
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Admin Example
"(Past) I have worked as an administrative assistant for four years, primarily working in the automotive industry. I have always enjoyed greeting new customers, being helpful on the phone, and helping the sales team to keep their paperwork organized. (Present) Currently, I work for the BMW dealership in the south of the city, where I manage the front desk in the showroom. This role has helped me learn more about the auto industry, how to approach high-end buyers, and how to keep myself organized in a bustling and open environment. (Future) I plan to grow my career and learn more about sales. Your sales assistant position seems like the next best fit in my career, and it would be an honor to grow my knowledge with your dealership."
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Manager Example
"(Past) My background is in the hospitality industry. I spent many years as a customer service manager, where I hired and trained service staff and resolved customer complaints. (Present) Most recently, I left my job as the service desk manager at Hotel ABC, where I was responsible for a team of fifteen, including front desk agents and room service attendants. After two years with Hotel ABC, I realized that my skills and interests are best suited for the fast pace of the restaurant sector. (Future) After realizing my true passion is within restaurant environments, I set up job alerts for roles such as your restaurant service manager position. I've dined with your restaurant group many times before and jumped at the chance to apply."
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Sales Example
"(Past) I have worked in the consumer product industry for over fifteen years, focused on key accounts and business development within commerce and e-commerce environments. (Present) Right now, I work as the VP of Business Development for a large toy manufacturer. My primary responsibilities include initiating and setting up meetings to sell multi-million-dollar contracts to large-size retailers and big-box stores. (Future) Over the past few months, I've discovered my excitement for the SaaS and Fintech industries, which is where I see a significant amount of opportunity. I wish to expand my business development experiences across sectors, which is why I am interested in growing my career with your company."
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Retail Example
"(Past) I recently completed high school, where I was valedictorian thanks to my high grades and dedication to the Students' Association. (Present) Currently, I am seeking out an opportunity to strengthen my leadership skills and learn more about the business and retail industry before selecting my post-secondary educational path. (Future) I am eager to start my career on the right foot, and I believe that this part-time seasonal retail sales opportunity will help to guide and shape me for the future."
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Teacher Example
"(Past) Initially, I pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, where I became fascinated with children's mental health, specifically the rise of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Upon graduation, I interned at a school for children with behavioral concerns. The internship sparked my interest in education, so I returned to obtain my education degree. (Present) I have gained considerable confidence in my knowledge of children's mental health, emotions, and behaviors. Now, I am also highly equipped to begin my teaching career. (Future) I plan to grow my career, specifically in outreach-based schools. I understand that your school focuses on launching outreach programs for families in this community. Your mission aligns perfectly with my core passions, and it would be an honor to grow my teaching career with this esteemed organization."
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Marketing Example
"(Past) I am thrilled to have had the privilege to raise my children for the past ten years. Although being a stay-at-home parent took me out of the traditional workforce, I kept myself busy and relevant in many ways. (Present) Currently, I volunteer on the Parent-Teacher Association, where I facilitate healthy relationships between parents, teachers, and schools. This work includes building online engagement for the school and putting together fundraising campaigns. As my kids get older and more independent, I find myself seeking more. (Future) I have developed exceptional skills in social media management, creating compelling campaigns, and learning the art of persuasion. These skills align very well with the qualities your agency seeks for this marketing assistant opportunity. I am ready to step into the next phase of my career and would be happy to apply these skills with your agency."
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User-Submitted Answer
"I am a dedicated and hardworking person who enjoys learning new things each day about myself and the things around me. I enjoy finding solutions and fixes to problems when I can but not in a way that can become obsessive. I have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and my Master's in Criminal Justice, so I consider myself equal parts analytical and empathetic."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
This summary is wonderful! You show balance in your approach to work.
User-Submitted Answer
"It is clear that you are looking for a candidate whom is extremely familiar with the responsibilities associated with the USPS window clerk role and one whom could perform these responsibilities confidently."
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Kristine Knutter Reviewed the Above Answer
Good start. You can elaborate by talking about three things. First, you can explain your present employment situation. Second, you can shift to the past to give a brief overview of career highlights, achievements, and professional interests as a story. The interviewer has seen your resume; connect the dots. Briefly explain when you discovered interests, why you chose the field, why you left jobs, or what you've learned. Finally, you can say something about the future, like why you're excited about the job.
User-Submitted Answer
"I started my career as a Tax Preparer where I was helping people file their taxes as per the legal regulations using electronic software. I also had an opportunity to work as an analyst recently. As an analyst, my work is basically researching the market online, providing supply chain analysis of competitors, and reporting the recommendations for the clients. I am currently working part-time and updating my knowledge with programming and database development while looking for full-time job opportunities."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Great answer! Perhaps consider also mentioning any degrees or higher education you've completed and what you majored in. You might also talk about how you got into preparing taxes and why you switched over to an analyst position. Finally, consider offering more details about the type of job you're currently looking for and what type of courses you're taking to improve your knowledge about programming and database development. These additional details will help to really impress the interviewer!
User-Submitted Answer
"I am a graduate of xxx university. I study xxx and achieved excellent academic results. Also, I was a tutor at university. I have been tutoring undergraduate and postgraduate students for two years, I received positive feedback from students in terms of effective and respectful communication. Apart from academic study, I have an internship at xxx company. During the internship, I use data analytics skills to solve business problems. One of my achievements was I developed a customer retention model by myself. Over years, I have built up a wide range of skills and qualities. I have a strong learning ability and a can-do attitude. Also, I have analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Now, I am looking for an opportunity to work in XXX company and I believe my skills and qualities will make a valuable contribution to your company."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
This is a very strong answer. You have taken the opportunity to really sell yourself and show how you are different from other candidates. Good job! Plus, your answer is thorough, and it really explains your background and skill set and how these are applicable to the role you're trying to land. Perfect!
User-Submitted Answer
"I recently graduated with honors with a Master's degree in public administration with a concentration in public management. I've been working as a legal administrative assistant for the past seven years, and I have been providing excellent client customer service. Looking back at it now, I must have done an exceptional job because customers specifically request me when they have any questions or concerns. My volunteer experience during my undergrad allowed me to realize that everyone has a story and that we must acknowledge everyone is an individual. Also, small changes can make a big impact."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
Great edits! I have provided a sample below that you can tweak as per the company you are interviewing for.
"I recently graduated with honors with a Master's degree in public administration with a concentration in public management. I've been working as a legal administrative assistant for the past seven years, and I have been providing excellent client customer service. I did an exceptional job, and customers would specifically request me when they had questions or concerns. My volunteer experience at (name of organization) showed me that everyone has a story. I feel these lessons and experiences have prepared me to be highly successful in this role with (interviewing company name)."
User-Submitted Answer
"I'm a QA automation engineer with 7 years of experience. My patience and love to problem solving led me to getting a master's degree in Applied mathematics.
My journey in test automation began in 2012 when I attended a course for QAs. After finishing the course, I was offered a Junior position at a company.
From my first day, I fell in love with this profession. I was impressed by the team collaboration, how knowledgeable everyone was, and how much effort they put into delivering the best quality product.
Throughout my career I worked on a number of different projects participating in a different stages of SDLC.
My hard-work, adaptability, organizational skills and my commitment to the work I'm doing helped me grow professionally and develop a great set of hard and soft skills.
I look forward to discussing my skills today and show that I'm the best candidate for the role."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
Fabulous response! You use the Past, Present Future framework very well, and you do an excellent job highlighting the ways that your experiences will benefit the hiring company. Bravo!
User-Submitted Answer
"I currently work part-time as an Accountant and a Trustee. In the past, I was a ________. I recently became a Certified Fraud Examiner. My educational background includes an MBA in Project Management, a Bachelor of Accountancy, and a Paralegal Certificate. I am interested to have a career in internal audit which is why I am applying for this current position."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
You've done a good job using this question to share key information about your work experience and educational background that helps the interviewer see that you have the kind of professional experience and education that would help you succeed as an internal auditor. You can enhance it further by briefly describing what interests you about being an internal auditor and what you think you'd enjoy about the new role.
User-Submitted Answer
"I have a multitude of skills and qualities that I believe make me the ideal candidate for this position. My qualities include a positive attitude, friendly and confident nature, a desire to work as part of a team, and also a desire to work to high standards and take full responsibility for the work I produce."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
I can see where you're going here! However, this is intended to be more of an opportunity to tell the interviewer about your background. Consider sharing something he or she might not find on your resume. It is also appropriate to share about a hobby or activity you enjoy so that the listener gets a better idea of your interests and personality.
User-Submitted Answer
"(Past) I have worked at __ Financial group for over five years. My roles included from customer-facing lending officer to provide tailored lending advice regarding mortgages, credit cards, loans/lines of credit to customer, to management role to support frontline agent; also included operations analyst role in ___ securities in support daily operations and 2 critical projects as system upgrading and facility close down. My latest responsibility is to help a fund administration company to develop a centralized loan operating ecosystems/ software and build a loan admin team, so my role is a mixed between product owner in terms of the managing product backlog and prioritizing the next items for better satisfying our clients and project manager to make sure meet our deliverables in time.
Now, I am looking to broaden my experience in the technology lending industry, this is exactly what your company is doing, that is the one reason why I was thrilled to apply for this career opportunity."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
This question is often meant to help the interviewer get to know you and start to discover why you're the best candidate for the role when it comes to your experience and skills. You've done a good job briefly describing the range of your experience before talking about your current role. You also pivot well to explain what you'd like to do next and why you're interested in this particular role.
User-Submitted Answer
"I work as a police officer and I love to serve and help other people.
Providing security was always something natural to me because my father and my 3 older siblings are in the air force, navy, army, and police.
It was something like a family tradition.
So, in 2012, I graduated from Hellenic Police Academy for Lieutenants and since then I have been working as a Police Officer.
I served in the Road Traffic Police Division of _____ and in _______ Police Department.
I also worked in the Anti-Terrorist Unit and specifically in the Department for Combating Domestic Terrorism.
Since 2016 I have been serving in _______ Police Department, where I was appointed Head of the sea Border Crossing Point in the harbor of Megisti island which is a small island between Rhodes and Cyprus.
Also, I have a second bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Thessaly in Greece.
and since last December I moved to Warsaw because my husband joined Standing Corps in June 2020 and currently (at the moment) he is working in ______________ as a Satellite Imagery Analyst.
I requested maternity leave for 2 years and if necessary I will request another 3 years of unpaid leave until I reach my goal to join FRONTEX."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Excellent! Your passion to serve and help others shines through in your answer. The background information you give about your family is interesting and supports your desire to continue in this career path. You've also done an exceptional job of providing and explaining your professional and educational experience. You might consider leaving out any mention of maternity leave. While this shouldn't impact an employer's perception or opinion of you, it's still probably safer not to mention this at all in this stage. Great answer, though - very thorough, interesting, and informative!
User-Submitted Answer
"I went to the University of Waterloo where I worked at 5 different companies. In them I've built an e-commerce web app, the backend and data engineering to host a customer loss machine learning model, a data pipeline to compress and migrate search data, an enterprise-level web app, and a chatbot. All the full-stack products I've made were in node.js and react.js and python for the machine learning back end. Personally, I also like to lift weights, bike, and watch Star Wars."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
This question is often meant to help the interviewer get to know you and start to discover why you're the best candidate for the role when it comes to experience and skills. You've shared what you've done and the tools you've used while also sharing a bit about yourself that they likely wouldn't glean from your resume. Consider enhancing it further by making sure to tie your accomplishments or activities back to the skills or requirements of the position you're applying to.
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"I'm a hospitality professional with over ten years of experience in customer service in a call center setting, focusing on hotel and travel.
During my time as a reservations officer at X, I performed diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. From managing multi-line phone systems and handling payments, resolving complaints, assigning guest rooms, and liaising with cross-functional teams and OTA. By the end of my tenure, I earned 98% in all phone call evaluations. I was a two-time winner of the "x Award" in recognition of superior guest service and outstanding communication skills.
Before that, I had my internship at X. I was able to gain a well-versed comprehension of hotel operations and partake in ensuring impeccable standards for our guests. I have done well in the OJT and received two job offers. This has further reinforced my interest in pursuing a customer service/hospitality career.
As a receptionist, I handled client concerns quickly and professionally in my most recent role. By providing excellent customer service to clients, I was able to help spread enthusiasm and word of mouth across the community. This vibrant company image led to a 30% increase in positive business referrals.
Overall, due to my crucial background in customer service, reservations, and administrative support, I am confident I will succeed in this role."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
This question is often meant to help the interviewer get to know you and start to discover why you're the best candidate for the role when it comes to experience and skills. Remember to keep it brief as this is usually just the start of the interview. You've done a good job providing a comprehensive answer that illustrates the depth and breadth of your experience and how it would benefit you in the role you're seeking.
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"Revised Answer - I'm a detailed administrative assistant with over 15 years of experience in client services and office administration. In my current role at Petra RMS, I'm known as the office liaison. I'm particularly effective at managing multiple tasks and time management as I provide support to five branch offices. Although I love my current role I am looking for a new career opportunity to further expand my skills and experience in a more challenging position. In my free time I enjoy spending time outdoors and traveling."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Excellent! This is a strong answer that really sells what you have to offer. It's also great that you explain why you're looking to make a career move. Consider including a couple of details about hobbies or interests to personalize your answer. You might also talk more about why you love what you do. Let your passion shine through!
User-Submitted Answer
"I started my career path when I was a student as a Quality control personnel at ABC where I always enjoyed listening to other people's stories and helping them solve their problems. My journey in advertising agency began in 2018 when I was offered an Account Executive position at XYZ. From my first day, I fell in love with this profession. I was impressed by the fast-paced environment here and how much effort the team put into delivering the best ads in creative ways. Currently, besides being a trusted contact point, part of my Senior Account Executive role is to maintain a long-term relationship with clients and lead 2 other members to implement projects smoothly and effectively. I have developed exceptional skills in project management and learning the art of persuasion. I am ready to step into the next phase of my career and would be happy to apply these skills to your agency."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Excellent! This is a strong answer because it clearly explains your career path and shows how passionate you are about this industry. You come across as ambitious and appear to be someone who thrives in a fast-paced atmosphere. Consider also mentioning any educational degrees or credentials you have as well. Great job!
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"I have X years of exp working as a senior software engineer. When I worked for H, I was relocated to the Japan branch. It was a great time working abroad, using multiple languages every day
I've had different roles in my working experience, from a Team Lead to a developer. I had experience leading a team of 3 to 4 engineers at companies H and Y.
My next goal is to work in a company that brings great impact. M is a great place. I.m sure I can elaborate on both my tech and leader skills there."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
This is a great start. Your response illustrates your level of experience and leadership skills that would make you a good fit for the role you're seeking. It also explains that you want to work for a company that makes an impact. Consider strengthening your answer by sharing what makes you want to work at this specific company and how you see your technical and leadership skills making an impact through this position.
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"My most recent role was in charity retail and before that, I’ve done various roles in hospitality which is where I realized that I love to help people and where I learned how to give good customer service. When I was 22, I graduated from college having done an animal care course which I thoroughly enjoyed, I’ve always had pets which is why I think this is the perfect role for me."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
Well done. This answer balances your education, professional experience, and personal details to give the interviewer a well-rounded picture of who you are.
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"I'm a medical doctor from my back home country and completed my residency in Medicine, Surgery and Oncology and started working as medical doctor in a hospital. I worked as Field Support Person in Govt health department for Expanded Program of Immunization then I served in World Health Organization as a Campaign Support Person.
Currently I'm working as manager clinical research operation in ABC company, provide operations and project management including protocol understanding, and project monitoring. Responsible for performing quality control and quality assurance of the clinical trial.
I want to leave my current job because I'm ready for a fresh challenge with a new and exciting company and to be a partner with a world-class research team."
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Stephanie Cafaro Reviewed the Above Answer
Wonderful! This really captures the essence of who you are professionally and why you're seeking this opportunity. My only feedback is sharing your country of origin specifically rather than "my back home country." Otherwise, this is great!
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"Hi, my name is (Name), and I am originally from (Country). I moved to the USA 15 years ago, and I am proud to have learned to speak a new language. I studied International Business Management because I believe in globalization as the way to solve many economic and health problems in the world. For the last 20 years, I have worked for a Global shipping company managing Global Logistics Operations for strategic customers and as a Global Customer Program Manager, working on continuous improvements and automation; I have enjoyed and am proud of the work I have done improving people’s lives. Now I am looking to transition into Pharma and Healthcare because I want to learn a new industry and continue helping improve lives, putting the needs and well-being of the people first. I believe this role is an excellent fit because I can use my 20 years of experience working with a Global company and the skills I developed, such as being agile, curious, resilient, self-motivated, flexible, and an effective communicator, which will add tremendous value to Johnson and Johnson innovative environment because I want to make a big difference in the world and succeed at Johnson and Johnson."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Wow! This is a great explanation of your background and who you are as a person. Consider also reminding the interviewer of some of the skills and qualities you possess that will allow you to excel in this new role. Otherwise, excellent response!
User-Submitted Answer
"(Past) I have worked as a marketing assistant for two different companies, focusing on collaborating with the marketing team to build internal and external communication to achieve marketing goals.
(Present) Currently, I work as an immigration planner. The central part of my job is finding new clients, providing personalized solutions, and ensuring clients communicate with immigration clerks accurately.
(Future) I plan to grow my career and learn more about customer service. This position seems like the next best fit in my career, and it would be an honor to grow my knowledge of CIBC."
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Amanda Knight Reviewed the Above Answer
You've done a great job using a past-present-future structure to give the interviewer better insight into your experience, skills, and future plans. You can enhance this response even further by briefly sharing why this particular position is a likely next step for you. This helps the interviewer see how the role you're applying to is a natural progression in your career journey.
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"This is for a Nursing school interview
Thank you for inviting me to be interviewed today.
I am very relational, empathetic, and love to help people feel welcome and comfortable. I enjoy working as part of a team and in a fast-paced environment. I have applied to become a nursing student at your school because I firmly believe I have the skills, qualities, and experience to perform to a very high standard and meet the school's expectations.
I have worked in a variety of nursing positions and I have gained considerable experience in dealing with challenging patients, working with healthcare team members from different departments, and ensuring the treatment and care provided are safe. I'm looking forward to gaining further experience and bringing my unique skillset and experience to this school.
My nursing knowledge and expertise and my flexibility in terms of being available to work the hours needed and more whenever required. On a more personal note, I am married, I have a 10-year-old daughter I have two dogs and I love hiking."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Awesome! This is a very strong response. You do an excellent job of reminding the interviewer of all the qualities, skills, and experience you have that will allow you to excel in nursing school. The personal details you mention are also a nice touch and interesting (although don't feel obligated to talk about your family or child at all unless you want to). Great job!
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"I started volunteering at a local public library and a public recreation center for a few months. I believe that being generous in servicing people is the right thing. I currently work at a wholesale market and have provided customer service for general products for over five years. This role has helped me understand the prospective customers in the market and solve their problems to meet their expectations. Now, I am learning new skills in software development to solve problems in the supply chain and broaden the perspective of customers' needs regarding online transaction processing and electronic data interchange. Your software sales development position seems to have a similar objective to online transaction processing and supply chain management."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Nice! You've done a great job of discussing your volunteer and professional experience, as well as some of the relevant skills you bring to the table. Don't forget to mention the qualities and any education you possess, in addition to conveying the passion and excitement you have for the industry. Don't be bashful; really sell yourself. Great job!
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"I am a physician who is committed to his patient's well-being. I am an honest, reliable, hardworking person and a dedicated team player who can go the extra mile to help my colleague and reach the goal of my team. I am a problem solver and active listener who enjoys learning new things each day about myself and the things around me. I am a clinician with excellent bedside manners and clinical skills and knowledge. I have strong and solid residency training in the busiest city in the world. I have been managing high patient volume without delaying and compromising care and at the same time providing the highest quality of care for the last 10 years internist. I have been promoted here as NE9 UMD after joining BH writhing 2 years due to these qualities. I have working with nursing leadership to improve the NE9 floor. Because of our team and hard work, we brought NE9 to the top performing floor from the last performing floor in 10 months in terms of patient and employee satisfaction, patient quality of care and safety, early discharge, reduce LOS and cost of care, and prevent nosocomial infection. I would like to see myself joining as an academic GI in the future here so I can give back to my medical community what I have learned from them and at the same time I am providing high-quality care to my complex GI patient."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Great! You do an excellent job of describing all the qualities you have that will enable you to excel in this role. You also discuss your experience and accomplishments - nice! Don't forget to include some of the skills and education that you have to offer too. And consider ending your answer by reiterating your interest in this particular program and organization. Excellent job!
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"I have worked in the logistics industry for over fifteen years, focused on supporting Sales Department and maintaining customer relationships.
My first role was as an international agent to help the sales team to improve their productivity by sourcing the shipping costs with carriers, contacting customers to route their international shipment from pick up to delivery via air/ocean/import/ export, and ensuring order satisfaction and promoting customer satisfaction.
Later, I worked for an air carrier as a sales manager and led a team to acquire the market. I monitored sales and operations daily, managed costs as assigned budget, and worked on improving a process/workflow to maximize revenue based on fleets' capacities.
Currently, I am the billing and accounts receivable for JIT transportation. My primary responsibilities include
• Handling office calls, emails, and messages regarding our services offering quotes, and updating the shipment status.
• Ensuring orders are processed according to customer requirements,
• Be responsible for managing client profiles and updating database and customer records.
• Invoicing clients, processing payments, and remaindering customers the payment
• Investigate and solve questions and problems regarding clients' accounts, determine the cause of the problem, and select and explain the best solution to solve the problem.
• Recommend potential solutions to management to improve our service and products.
Over the past few months, I have discovered my excitement for the technology industry, where I see significant opportunities.
I wish to expand my business development experiences across sectors, so I am interested in growing my career with your company.
With my last many years in the logistics industry, I have gained many skills that align very well with the qualities your company seeks for this opportunity. And I'm ready to step into the next phase of my career and would be happy to apply these skills to your company."
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Marcie Wilmot Reviewed the Above Answer
Awesome! Your response is definitely very thorough, which is great. Just make sure not to bore the interviewer by listing all your current job responsibilities like they're in a job ad. Keep your response informative but also personal and friendly - like you're telling a story about your work background. You've done an excellent job of explaining why this company interests you. Great job!
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"I am currently a physician assistant working in the hospitals as well as in primary care clinics and emergency room. I see myself as someone that wants to learn something new about myself every single day and something that can advance myself and my career. I have enjoyed doing what I do since becoming a physician assistant, but for me, it is a building block to advance myself and to become a physician in the united states. Having worked independently for many years now, I felt I am very prepared to take the challenges of becoming a physician in the US.
After residency, I'm hoping to continue my quest to provide medical care in missions, rural communities and medically underserved areas in the United States."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
This is a good start! Your passion comes across as highly genuine, and it's apparent that you know yourself well. I like to coach the 'Past, Present, Future' model for answering this commonly asked interview question:
Past: Provide a brief overview of your career journey.
Present: Discuss your current career situation as it relates to the job opportunity.
Future: Talk about your career aspirations and how this future opportunity is a fit.
If you'd like to learn more, we have a full guide here: https://www.mockquestions.com/articles/How To Answer: Tell Me About Yourself/
User-Submitted Answer
"After the real estate industry downturn, I've decided to return to college and complete my degree in Finance. Then I would give a brief review of my resume."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
Try adding in something about yourself that the interviewer would not know about you from your resume. This question is also an opportunity to make yourself memorable.
"I would say that I am both analytical and creative, having a career in real estate, and now in finance. In my spare time, I enjoy advancing my education by reading industry-related books and articles. I am so education-focused that I made a bold career pivot after the real estate market crashed, completing my Finance degree and starting my career over again."
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"I would say that I am both analytical and creative. I'm extroverted at times, but there are also times when I like alone time to focus on what needs to be done.
I was a homemaker for many years. I come into the workforce with many years of practical experience. However, I also have strong educational credentials. I have a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Juris Doctorate.
I understand the fundamentals of Business Administration and my law degree taught me how to analyze and think critically."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
Excellent! Your answer is well supported and you sound highly prepared through both work experience and education.
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"Experience"
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Lauren McCabe Reviewed the Above Answer
This would not be a sufficient response in an interview.
"I am a person who possesses ten years of direct experience and would work relentlessly to achieve high-quality work."
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"I am a team player that is always respectful and kind to anyone I interact with. I perform best in a fast-paced environment. I have good problem-solving skills and can adjust priorities to the situation. When I am not working, I spend time with my family. I love reading and traveling."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
Where do you love to travel? What do you like to read? By diving further into these details, you are allowing the interviewer to make a solid connection with you, increasing the likelihood that you will be hired :)
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"I'm originally from Egypt. Last 15 years, I have been working and living in New York. I've always loved designing and building things, so I suppose it's natural I became an art director. I learn while I am working with clients. I have a diverse background in the size of the project, type of client and role of the project. I love what I do. I came from a digital background to start designing websites and ended up working in the brand and marketing world."
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
This is a very nice overview, and it allows the interviewer to have a small glimpse of what has brought you to where you are today!
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"After graduating with my Bachelor's in Accounting, I held a couple of roles, which gave me experience in preparing individual taxes and other accounting functions just as bank reconciliation, AR and AP, and preparing sales and use tax forms. In my previous position, I was tasked with learning a completely foreign system with no training. I was able to document what I had learned and create myself a training manual that demonstrates my ability to learn and adapt quickly. Currently, I am looking for an opportunity to use my skills and prior experience to contribute to the company but also help me to grow in my career as a professional, specifically in the areas of leadership. As I grow with my next employer, I hope to see opportunities for promotion and continuing education courses. In my personal life, I enjoy reading up on topics that I know nothing about, looking for new recipes to cook, and spending time with family/friends, especially my 5 nieces/nephews!"
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Rachelle Enns Reviewed the Above Answer
This is a solid start! I recommend using Past/Present/Future framing to keep your answer organized and on track. In the end, if the vibe of your interview allows, you can also add in a splash about what makes you tick. I've prepared a starter for you below. (*Nice edits - the detail you provide is great)
"(Past) After graduating with my Bachelor's in Accounting, I held a couple of roles, which gave me experience in preparing individual taxes and other accounting functions just as bank reconciliation, AR and AP, and preparing sales and use tax forms. In my previous position, I was tasked with learning a completely foreign system with no training. I documented what I had learned so that my successor would have a training manual. (Present) Currently, I am looking for an opportunity to use my skills and prior experience to contribute to the company but also help me to grow in my career as a professional, specifically in the areas of (get detailed, here). (Future) As I grow with my next employer, I hope to see opportunities such as (talk about specific promotions or continued education opportunities). In my personal life (give a bit of information that will help the interviewer to connect with you on a personal level)."