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How Not to Answer

  • Prepare a brief summary of the high points of each of your past positions, but do not turn it into a very long monologue that makes the interviewer glaze over with information overload.
  • You do not have to brag, but don't rely on the interviewer to see past your humble exterior and figure out how great you are. Find a way to present yourself to your full advantage.
  • This is not the time to talk about all your personal details. Focus on who you are as a professional.
  • Because this question can be interpreted in many ways, do not be overwhelmed by it. Delve right in with your prepared answers.

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The Big Interview Formula

  • Who you are. Your introductory sentence is about who you are as a professional, an overview statement about your strengths, and showing a little of your personality. 
  • Expertise Highlights. Briefly highlight 2-4 points that you think make you stand out.
  • Why Yo...

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Your elevator pitch

You need a short summary of yourself as a job candidate. Keep it focused, ideally less than a minute, and no more than two minutes.
  • Address what your primary selling points are for this job. The number of years of experience or special skill.  Focus on the qualificati...

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The Interviewer’s Perspective

When the interviewer asks you, “Tell me about yourself”, he is hoping this question will get you talking. It will give him a first impression of you, and set the tone for the interview. He wants to establish if you can be a good fit.

This is a good opportunity for you...

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How to Present Yourslelf

  • Present: Talk a little bit about what your current role is, the scope of it, and possibly a recent achievement.
  • Past: Tell the interviewer how you got there and/or mention a past experience that’s relevant to the job and company you’re applying for.

Prepare Your Own Not-to-do List

Prepare Your Own Not-to-do List

How to Prepare Your Own Not-to-do List

 • Take time to make a list.

 • Analyze your tasks from the past and look for patterns.

 • Evaluate recurring tasks. Identify their effects in the fut...

How to Prepare Your Own Not-to-do List

  • Take time to make a list. 
  • Analyze your tasks from the past and look for patterns.
  • Evaluate recurring tasks. Identify their effects in the future. Know if you can delete, delegate, or outsource the task. Ask yourself what you would feel if you're going to...

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