How do you answer the Job Interview question Can you tell us something about yourself?

How do you answer the Job Interview question Can you tell us something about yourself?
This is s a great question and a perfect opportunity for you to really sell yourself. But, you should also be honest.

A person is defined in three ways: (1) who he is right now, (2) what he has done in the past, and (3) what he will become in the future.
So, here is how you answer: (1) I am a [the job title for which you are applying or something very close.] (2) I have [how many years of experience] in [what field, what subject]. (3) I want to be [a job title that is a couple or a few levels above the current position for which you are applying in 5 to 10 years.] I would suggest just briefly going back 5 years but focusing on your most recent experience.

I would advise that you talk positively about yourself but making it relevant to the job you are applying for. Remember that the interviewers are looking for the best person for the job. So they don't want to hear anything bad about you. Tell them about your good points:

* I'm an early bird. I get up every morning and jog before breakfast. * I like finishing tasks. I can't bear putting something down unfinished. I'll stick at it till it's done. * I like other people's company. I get on well with people that I work with. * I'm a cheerful person and I like to smile and keep other people happy. * I like helping people. If someone has a problem I'll do what I can to help.



It is also an opportunity to promote what you are really good at but never mention what you are not so good at or what qualifications/experience you do not have. When I answered that question in a mock interview, I spoke about my last job, why I was making a career move and throw in anything that you did outside of work that contributed to your overall progress in life (such as schooling).