Question: When the interviewer asks you the question, "tell me about yourself," she really wants what in
response?
- a 10-minute detailed story of your life, from birth to present
- a concise narrative of your personal and professional background and goals and how
they relate to the job at hand
- a short narrative of your personal life, leaving nothing to the imagination
- a long-winded account of your last vacation
Answer: The answer is B. This question is one of the more common ones in interviews and
a good way for the interviewer to get some insight into the candidate, but you might be surprised
to learn how many people answer this question incorrectly. This question gives
you the chance to sell yourself specifically to the position.
The interviewer wants a snapshot of you -- as described by you -- in about two minutes or less.
The interviewer does not want to really know about you, s/he wants to know the part about
you that makes you an ideal candidate for the job at hand, so be prepared to discuss
how your education and experience relate to the job opening.
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Interviewing Quiz.
