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Competency Mock Interview

To help you prepare for your next job interview, here are 25 interview questions and answer examples focused on how competent you are in your profession.

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Question 3 of 25

Why are you the best candidate for this position?

Bragging about yourself in an interview can be tough to do, but this is your time to shine! Which characteristics and career accomplishments have made you a stand-out candidate? Perhaps you have received some academic awards or have been given special accolades in your most recent position. There is nobody like you, and now you need to express that to the interviewer.

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How to Answer: Why are you the best candidate for this position?

  • 3. Why are you the best candidate for this position?

      How to Answer

      Bragging about yourself in an interview can be tough to do, but this is your time to shine! Which characteristics and career accomplishments have made you a stand-out candidate? Perhaps you have received some academic awards or have been given special accolades in your most recent position. There is nobody like you, and now you need to express that to the interviewer.

      Answer Example

      "I am the best candidate for you because I have a consistent history of exceeding my targets and goals for the past three years. I have been promoted two times in the last year which is nearly unheard of in my current company. In addition to these successes, I have excellent cold calling skills which I will put to work immediately after being hired by your company."

      Admin

      "I am the best candidate because I have the right type of administration background, education, and experience. I know that I can jump right in and get going with very little training time."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 4th, 2019

      Manager

      "I have the necessary experience, skill sets, and high level of ambition to add great value to this department. I come well trained in inventory management, team leadership, and productivity methods. In addition to this, I have led teams up to 50 individuals with minimal employee turnover."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 4th, 2019

      Marketing

      "In my current role, I have worn every hat in the marketing department. I manage the website, social media marketing, planning and running promotions, and all written copy that is published by the company. Because of my involvement in so many different areas of the company, I feel that I can bring a unique advantage and insight that other applicants won't deliver."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 4th, 2019

      Retail

      "I feel that I am the best candidate for you because I am looking for a company that I can stay with for the long haul, something that you mentioned you value earlier as well. Retail can see a lot of employee turnover as colleges start up in the fall. This path is a long-term career option for me, and I would like to be groomed into a regional manager role one day."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 4th, 2019

      Sales

      "I smiled when I read the job description because it was as though you had written it with me in mind. I know that I am the best candidate for this role because I have three years of exceeding my sales goals, inside and outside sales experience, and I know the industry. Also, I was the fastest promoted in my previous position and have led the rollout of new markets in my current position, making me ideally positioned for helping you continue to build your sales organization, markets, and exceed financial metrics."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 4th, 2019

      Teacher

      "I am ready for a change and have always targeted this district as my dream one. I am passionate about teaching, about the language, and about making learning fun. I know that I will be a valuable asset to the school and district by breathing life into the program. I work well with others and am constantly innovating, so I look forward to doing that in your premiere district."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on May 4th, 2019

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Because of about four years of in electronics industry and the recent promotion of lead test technician and education in electronics and physics where I have gained the grades of 7.5 and 8.2 respectively would make be the best fit for the role of installation technologist."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      These are all excellent qualifiers. I have reworded this slightly, to help with clarity and flow.
      "I am the best candidate for this position for a few reasons. One, I have the related education in electronics and physics where I earned a very high GPA. Also, I have four years of experience in the electronics industry. I am a hard worker which is why I quickly earned the promotion to lead test technician with my current employer."
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