Master 30 Tough Managerial interview questions covering conflict, difficult decisions, and high-pressure scenarios.
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
This question is another way for the interviewer to ask why they should choose to hire you. When making hiring decisions, a company will choose the person they believe will help them solve critical problems or significant pain points. By clearly discussing how you will solve the hiring company's biggest needs, you are positioning yourself as the top choice candidate.
Stay on track with the purpose of the question! It's common for a job seeker to answer in a way that shifts the benefit from the hiring company back onto the candidate. One example of this happening (and the distinction is very subtle!) is to deliver a response like, 'I believe I am the best manager for you because I am passionate about sales. This job is exactly what I have been looking for, and I will work hard to deliver results for your company.' Notice how this answer quickly became about the job seeker and not about solving the hiring company's biggest concerns.
Carefully review the job posting for clues of what the hiring company needs. Zero in on the greatest (and proven) skills you possess that will meet the company's needs. Then, clearly highlight the benefits of hiring you. Make sure that your answer is unique and one that no other candidate will also deliver. Now is your time to stand out and shine!

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I understand your company is seeking a Sales Manager with a proven ability to lead a team of field sales reps. You seek a leader who can properly train, motivate, and encourage a boost in sales numbers while providing the tools for each team member to perform at their peak ability. My experience, and past results, align very well with this need. I am an experienced sales trainer, having trained over 50 successful outside sales reps this year alone. My teams' retention rate is the highest in my company. Over 80% of my team members have exceeded their goals for this quarter already. I am a passionate trainer and mentor who is very hands-on and approachable. I would love to bring these skills and traits to your company."

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