“Tell Me About Yourself” Sample
Answers
That’s all great in theory, but what would a solid answer actually sound like?
Check out these examples from Zhang, Dea, and Campos.
Well, I’m currently an account executive at Smith, where I handle our top
performing client. Before that, I worked at an agency where I was on three
different major national healthcare brands. And while I really enjoyed the work
that I did, I’d love the chance to dig in much deeper with one specific healthcare
company, which is why I’m so excited about this opportunity with Metro Health
Center.
Sure! So I've always enjoyed writing and public speaking, even going
back to high school. This led me to pursue writing-related passions, for example
in college, where I was an editor for our school newspaper. In addition to
writing, I got to learn how to manage a team and the writing process. After
college, I took a job at Acme as a social media manager, writing copy and social
content for the company blog, but I raised my hand to work on the
communications plan for a product launch which is where I discovered my
interest in product marketing. After switching to a product marketing role and
managing the two most successful new product launches last year, I realized
I'm excited to take on a new role. I've learned I work best on products that I love
and use, and given that I'm a big user of your company’s products I jumped at
the chance to apply when I saw the open posting.
I've been in the marketing industry for over five years, primarily working
in account and project management roles. I most recently worked as a senior
PM for a large tech company managing large marketing campaigns and
overseeing other project managers. And now I'm looking to expand my
experience across different industries, particularly fintech, which is why I'm so
interested in joining an agency like yours.
Why are you leaving your last job?
The emergence of a new opportunity to work in a different work environment, earn better
compensation or get a more challenging work process is another good reason for leaving
jobs. ... The reason should be combined with another reason, such as career growth, a new
work environment, or career change.
Why should we hire you?
“Honestly, I possess all the skills and experience that you're looking for. ... It's not just my
background in the past projects, but also my people skills, which will be applicable in this
position. On the other hand, I am a self motivated person and I try to exceed my superior's
expectations with high-quality work.
How Will You Make up for Your Lack of Experience?
Sample Answer 1 – Hotel Receptionist
“Though I’ve never worked as a receptionist before, I think my experience as a restaurant
hostess could be useful for this job. That role involved answering phones, booking
reservations, and greeting and seating guests. This position requires some of the same
abilities, so I am sure that with a little extra training, I can succeed in this role.”
Sample Answer 2 – Department Store Manager
“I have always had strong leadership qualities. I was the captain of my basketball team in
school, and I was the student body president during my senior year. Being in charge of
these organizations taught me the value of teamwork as well as how to guide others toward
a common goal. I believe that these skills and ideals will serve me well in a management
position.”
Sample Answer 3 – Barista at a Café
“I plan to make up for my lack of experience by paying careful attention to my trainers. I am
a detail-oriented person, so I always take notes when I’m learning something new. I also
take great pride in my work, so I intend to pick up as many shifts as I can, so I can practice
my drink making and order taking skills until they become second nature.”
Here's are some qualities that make a great boss:
Communicates clear vision. Employees go to work and want to make a
difference and do a good job. ...
Sets performance expectations. ...
Provides feedback. ...
Supportive. ...
Recognize efforts. ...
Gets to know employees. ...
Makes work fun. ...
Decisive.
Assisted resolve a dispute between others?
"Two coworkers had a disagreement one day at work. I sat them both down and had them state
their sides one at a time. Come to find out, it was just miscommunication, and they worked
everything out."
What Has Been the Greatest Disappointment in Your Life?
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Table of Contents
What the Interviewer Wants to Know
How You Should Answer
Examples of the Best Answers
Tips for Giving the Best Answer
What Not to Say
Possible Follow-Up Questions
BY
ALISON DOYLE
Updated on October 06, 2019
A common question asked in job interviews is, "What has been the greatest
disappointment in your life?" Your response to this question will help the interviewer
determine how easily you are discouraged, how you recover from difficult experiences,
and whether you take responsibility for navigating challenging circumstances.
Interviewers also use this type of question to probe for failures in your personal or
professional life that might reveal weaknesses that would limit your effectiveness on the
job.
What the Interviewer Really Wants to Know
Interviewers ask this kind of question to understand how you perceive adversity. The
way in which you moved through a tough personal situation points to your approach in
professional situations as well. Employers want their team to see challenges as
opportunities to learn and grow. Convince them you possess that mentality through this
answer, and you will have won this round.
For example, all businesses experience ebbs and flows, and there is often a great deal
of uncertainty - that is just how the business world works. If you are someone who has
persevered in the most challenging and uncertain of times, then you have what it takes
to help a business do the same.
The interviewer will also note how comfortable you appear answering open-ended
questions. This will speak to your ability to think quickly on your feet, as well as
indicating your readiness to conduct important conversations at work.
How to Answer the “What Was Your Greatest
Disappointment?” Interview Question
I was very disappointed when I was hired for a top retailer's training program and was
placed in the store management track, when I had my heart set on the buyer track. As it
ends up, my strengths in employee engagement, inventory planning, and sales have
enabled me to progress rapidly to my assistant store manager position, so the
disappointment was a blessing in disguise.
What are the strategies that you will do to finish the job explain?
And you can get started with that ASAP by following these ten simple tips.
Trim the fat. ...
Measure your results, not your time. ...
Have an attitude adjustment. ...
Communicate, communicate, communicate. ...
Create and stick to a routine. ...
Automate more tasks. ...
Stop multitasking. ...
Take advantage of your procrastination.
How to Answer Interview Questions About Your Work Style
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18-Apr-2021 — Interview Question: "How Would You Describe Your Work Style?" ... skills allow
me to bring out the best in any team, in any project.
