Why do you believe you will have success at this position?
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The interviewer would like to know why you feel you are the correct fit for this role. This question presents an excellent time to highlight the skills you possess and show the interviewer that you are the best choice for the position.
Example #1
"I feel that I will be successful in this position because I am passionate about your organization's values and mission. I can see your vision and have already drafted some great ideas on how I can help you to get there. My organizational skills will be a major asset to you, and I also bring with me a strong track record of increasing sales and client base."
Example #2
"I will be successful in this position because I understand your business and I will bring the level of organization that you crave for this role. I have created a 30-day plan for getting the paperwork back on track. In addition to this, I have experience in accounts receivable and am prepared to support your AR department."
Example #3
"I believe I am equipped with the experience and know-how to take this role on and be successful. Some of your challenges are things I have helped other organizations overcome, and I will be proud to work for a company that delivers the services that you do!"
Example #4
"In addition to your need for a content writer, I am also very much experienced in social media and its algorithms. Because of this, I will be able to help you maximize your impact on every dollar spent - a factor that you mentioned you are currently missing."
Example #5
"I believe I am the best candidate for this job based on my experience in the industry, as a manager in the same department at your biggest competitor, and my grasp of the industry trends that are up and coming. I have developed solutions to the very problems that you and your team are currently facing, and I look forward to leveraging that experience to help bring the store increased success."
Example #6
"I am confident that I am the best fit for the position because I have six years of supervisory and management experience, following four successful years in sales. Each of those years, I made president's club. I have exhibited excellence in sales, and have had a successful track record as a team leader. I feel I've had all of the preparation and training necessary to excel in this position."
Example #7
"I will be successful in this role because you need a teacher as well as a coach. I have experience in both realms; as a mathematics teacher and a basketball coach. I take my love for competition into the classroom - a teaching method that my students are all very responsive to."
Example #8
"I have trained hard, and for a very long time, to ensure that I am fully prepared to be a strong air traffic controller. I am incredibly confident in my ability to succeed in this role, and I look forward to showing you what I can do."
Anonymous Answer
"I feel I would be successful in this position because I’m passionate about where we are headed as a company. I want to play a bigger role in rebuilding trust and bring the company back to prominence
With my experience in coaching and motivating team members for years along with my organizational skills, I feel I’m equipped to be successful in this role."
Rachelle's Reply
You do a fantastic job making your case! It's wonderful that you want to support company goals while building up other team members. Any interviewer should appreciate your positive approach.
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Anonymous Answer
"As a person who can learn new products and technologies on my own, I believe I will be able to transition into this position quickly. My entire career has been focused on customer service, which is what this team's function is. I believe I will be able to take the skills that I learned and help lead a team to deliver the highest level of support to your customers. Lastly, on a personal level, to support people who are saving other's lives would be extremely rewarding."
Rachelle's Reply
Your response is well rounded and enthusiastic - all factors that should make the interviewer very happy to hear.
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