interview question-tell about urself?
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Tell me about yourself. \n\nTRAPS:  Beware, about 80% of all interviews begin with this “innocent” question. Many candidates, unprepared for the question, skewer themselves by rambling, recapping their life story, delving into ancient work history or personal matters.\n\nBEST ANSWER:  Start with the present and tell why you are well qualified for the position. Remember that the key to all successful interviewing is to match your qualifications to what the interviewer is looking for. In other words you must sell what the buyer is buying. This is the single most important strategy in job hunting. \n\nSo, before you answer this or any question it's imperative that you try to uncover your interviewer's greatest need, want, problem or goal. \n\nTo do so, make you take these two steps:\n\n1.Do all the homework you can before the interview to uncover this person's wants and needs (not the generalized needs of the industry or company)\n\n2.As early as you can in the interview, ask for a more complete description of what the position entails.  You might say: “I have a number of accomplishments I'd like to tell you about, but I want to make the best use of our time together and talk directly to your needs. To help me do, that, could you tell me more about the most important priorities of this position?  All I know is what I (heard from the recruiter, read in the classified ad, etc.)”\n\n Then, ALWAYS follow-up with a second and possibly, third question, to draw out his needs even more. Surprisingly, it's usually this second or third question that unearths what the interviewer is most looking for. \n\nYou might ask simply, "And in addition to that?..." or, "Is there anything else you see as essential to success in this position?: \nThis process will not feel easy or natural at first, because it is easier simply to answer questions, but only if you uncover the employer's wants and needs will your answers make the most sense. Practice asking these key questions before giving your answers, the process will feel more natural and you will be light years ahead of the other job candidates you're competing with.\n \nAfter uncovering what the employer is looking for, describe why the needs of this job bear striking parallels to tasks you've succeeded at before. Be sure to illustrate with specific examples of your responsibilities and especially your achievements, all of which are geared to present yourself as a perfect match for the needs he has just described.
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Not at all!  This is an open question that let's you sell yourself to the interviewer.  Don't look at it as having to tell about your personal life.  Point out things about yourself that are positive, and that will be an asset to their company.  No interviews are really "fun", but this is a question that is allowing you to take the lead of the interview, and tell what YOU want them to know about you.  Do not discuss anything that would cast doubt on your ability or that you are questioning the job.  Toward the end of the interview, they will ask if you have any questions, and you can clear up any questions you have at that time.
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Do you have an upcoming interview?  When I've answered this question, I've said my main strength is my rapport with children but I am also a very organized and creative person.  Strengths is harder.  Just say what everyone else says...you're an overachiever.
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What are your qualifications? Schooling? Experience?\n\nMost important to many employers is ATTITUDE.\n\nSometimes people complain about their present jobs to perspective employers...big mistake. The interviewer is thinking "is this person going to badmouth my company if they interview elsewhere?"  The best response I've heard if asked about dislikes is to say "I prefer to focus on the positives aspects because it's more productive."
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I think it is important to have good eye contact.  I would prefer that the person doesn't take notes and ask questions pertaining to the topic at hand not something covered 15 minutes ago.  If you come across something you don't understand ask immediately so you aren't thinking about a topic that was covered 10 minutes ago and missing all the new information.  I also think it is important to be yourself because you really don't know what the company is looking for regarding your personality and if you try to guess you will end up in a company that is not conducive to your way of life. I would do plenty of research.  Many of the individuals that interview don't know everything about the company and if you teach them something without making them feel stupid you are ahead of everyone else.
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Tips for Success in Interviews\n•First impression is the best impression. You will be judged by ; the way you dress, your educational qualification, work experience, body language, manners, ability to absorb the information and interpret it intelligently and clearly. So take care to be at your best. \n•Carry your relevant documents in order - like certificates, copy of application sent, bio-data etc. in a folder so that it can be easily shown when asked. Take a pen also. \n•Present the documents only if the interviewer ask for it. \n•Never be late for an interview. \n•Greet the interviewers as soon as you enter. \n•Sit down only when you are asked to. It is better not to pull the chair, either lift it or move it and always enter from the right side of the chair. \n•Say 'please and thank you' whenever required. \n•Listen carefully and pay attention to the question. If the question is not clear to you ask politely for a repeat. \n•Reply confidently and immediately to the point, keeping your answers short unless asked for a longer description. \n•While answering, look directly at the person asking the questions and try to be pleasant. \n•Replies connected to any details regarding your bio-data should be authentic. \n•It is better to admit if you don't know something. \n•Remember to say 'sorry' if your opinions or answers are rejected. \n•Avoid indulging in certain mannerisms in your speech or behavior. \n•You can ask when you can expect to hear from them before you leave. \n•Don't forget to say "Thank you" at the end of an interview to every interviewer before leaving. \n•Shake hands only if the interviewer initiates the gesture. \n•Walk out confidently without looking back. \n•Gently shut the door behind you as you leave. \n\n\n\nMost frequently asked Interview Questions \n•Why have you selected to join us?\nI always longed to work with a company. I am familiar and whose products I have used and trusted.\n(Narrate briefly how you can prove your statement. Do good research on the company before facing the interview) \n•Where do you want to be in 5 years?\nI would like to be frank. Judge me from the work and I am sure you will put me right where I want to be.\nNote : Do not over ambitious and speak in a way that you are not satisfied with your current job which you have applied for. \n•Describe your ideal career?\nTalk of what you enjoy most your skills and natural talents. Do not specify your goal and any job title. \n•Tell me something about yourself\nDo not just repeat what you have given in your resume. Be ready with the answer, a talent or something you did out of the ordinary. You can sound it as unique or give it a touch of your personality. \n•How did you apply for the job?\nBe specific and give a straight answer of how you came to know about the vacancy. If it was advertised specify how you came across it. \n•Why do you want to work here?\nHave a research done about the company / organization \nGive just one or two reasons why you are interested. You can add these points (1)  company's reputation(2) desire to join the specific field of interest. \n•Don't you think that you are over qualified for this job?\n(This question is put to you to puzzle a candidate. Be calm and answer the question with a positive and confident approach)\nAnswer in the negative\nMy experience and qualification will just help me to do the job better. Moreover I am at establishing a long term relationship which my qualification will favor me to handle more responsibilities and help me to rise to your expectations. \n•What competition do you see if you take up this job?\nWhen you answer, clearly show that you have researched carefully and acquired more in-depth knowledge about the company.\nEnumerate some positive and negative traits of the company and their competitions.\nFeel confident to show that competition is not an unexpected one. \n•What would you
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Be very straightforward and never talk too much about yourself..in an interview.They appreciate candidates,who are able to express themselves consicely and to the point..Good luck!!
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Dude...an interview is a formal thingy...wear formals n go...one sure shot question would be:-\nWhy should i choose you and not the other people here???So be ready with your strengths and also pay close attention to your fellow interviewees' weakness so you can hald strong your stand and justify your answer....\nBEST OF LUCK
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"Tell me about yourself, your past work history, hobbies etc."..and watch their body language...
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look in an interview or a biography (Answer my questions 2)
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As an HR professional I would suggest brushing up on these:  What do you know about our company and why would you be a good fit?  Why did you choose your major/college?  Where do you see yourself in 5 years?  What are your strengths/weaknesses?  Tell me about your most successful moment.  What would your friends/colleagues/family say about you?  Good luck!
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The previous answer is hilarious!\n\nI think you should remember the 'obvious' things:\n\n1.  Why I'm writing to you (because I want to considered for Job X)\n2.  That I am enclosing my resume.\n3.  That I am qualified/experienced for the job becasue, as you will see from my resume, I am/have ...\n4.  List the two most important/relevant items of experience I have had\n5.  List two of the most important skills/attributes I have for a job of this kind\n6.  Say how I will be glad to present myself for interview\n7.  Er, that's it ...
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be honest, and be specific about what your skills are, where you learned them, and how you would like to use those skills to contribute to the growth of the company you are applying to. also tell how you would get satisfaction from using those skills, and what new skills you would like to learn from this job.
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TELL ME ABOUT U SOMETHING
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Do a Google search\n\nhttp://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rls=GGLG,GGLG:2005-35,GGLG:en&q=about+yourself%2C+job+interview
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tell them abut your education, achievements, work experience, knowledge gained while working and some few attributes you may possess
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if you're talking about a job interview, then you must remember that interviewers only want to know three things.\n\n1) Can you do the job?\n\n2) Will you do the job?\n\n3) Will you fit in?\n\nAlso, try and show some interest in the company. For example, ask if there are any big projects on the horizon.\n\nIf you bear these in mind when answering questions, you will be on the way to success!