Tell me about yourself.

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When answering this question make sure that you are brief. Keep this answer to 30-45 seconds or you will lose the interviewers attention very quickly. Remember, "˜tell me about yourself' doesn't mean they want your life story. Summarize your skills and experience in a way that make you stand out and show why you are the best person for the job.

"My name is Heather Smith. I am a Vocational Rehabilitation professional with a degree in psychology and a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. My qualifications include fifteen years of experience working for the state department. My experience also includes knowledge of various organizations that support human rights and civil rights for people with disabilities such as American Coalition of Citizens with Disabilities and National Black Deaf Advocates."

"My name is Heather Smith. I am a Vocational Rehabilitation professional with a degree in organizational psychology and a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. My qualifications include 5 years of experience working for Easter Seals. My experience also includes knowledge of various organizations that support human rights and civil rights for people with disabilities such as American Coalition of Citizens with Disabilities and National Black Deaf Advocates."

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"I was raised in Kansas City, KS. I have been interested in teaching and helping people understand since I can remember. My interest in Sign Language began at around 8 years old. I played in the band from 6th grade to one year of University. I have held jobs as a cashier, warehouse, fast food, banking, and assistant H.S. Band Director. I earned an AAS for Sign Language Interpreting in 1991, and a Masters in Education of the Deaf in 2000, the year my daughter was born. She has severe ADHD and sensory integration issues; so I have personal experience with that. Then we were an Army Family for 20yrs. In 2018, we retired to Denver. I started with ILC as a DSP, and have been in job coaching/employment specialist for 2yrs."