Review the job announcement before your interview and use three of the skills listed in the job description. When you describe three skills from the job description, the interviewer will see that you have the qualities they are looking for. Be sure to explain why these skills are essential to your profession.

Companies are typically very specific in their job description of what they seek in a candidate, and you want to show the interviewer you have the skills they need. Avoid using skills not mentioned in the job description as your top three skills. If you describe other skills that the company is not looking for, they may pass you over for another candidate.

"After working as a revenue officer for ten years, I believe the top three skills one needs to be an excellent officer are communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Written and verbal communication is essential when writing reports, documenting interviews, and investigating taxpayers. Excellent tax revenue officers are analytical thinkers and able to dissect complex problems, extract data, and problem solve."