Tell Me About Yourself - The PERFECT ANSWER to This Interview Question
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“Tell me about yourself” - this is usually the first question you will hear in an interview. Giving a good answer means that you will create a strong, positive impression on the interviewer. In this video, I will give you a three-step formula to give the perfect answer to this question every time. So let’s talk about it. So you go into the interview room, shake hands with the interviewer (or interviewers, if there’s more than one person), and you sit down. And then comes the question - “Tell me about yourself.” How do you begin? Well, the best way to start your answer is with a 1-sentence introduction. This sentence should summarize who you are. For example, if I were applying for a teaching job, I would say “I am an English teacher and teacher trainer with 7 years' experience in the ESL industry.” ESL means English as a Second Language. Notice that this sentence tells you that I am an English teacher, I’m also a teacher trainer (meaning that I train other teachers), and that I have 7 years’ experience in the field. So it’s a good summary of me as the candidate for the job. Now, if you just graduated from college, and you’re applying for your first job, you can say: “I am a recent graduate with a BBA in Operations Management” for example. So, this is the introduction. After this, you should say three to five sentences about your achievements. These sentences should show why you are a good fit for this job. This part is where you impress the interviewer. If I were a candidate, I would talk about my successes as a teacher: I would say that I specialize in teaching business English to professionals. I’d mention the fact that I have trained executives from multinational corporations. I’d then say that the success of my training programs have made these clients repeat customers - meaning that they have come back to my company for more training. Finally I would mention that I do teacher training, helping English teachers to deliver better lessons in their classrooms. These are my strong points. When you prepare your answer, think of three to five points about your achievements. If you are a recent graduate, mention your accomplishments in college (like your projects), and your other academic successes. Now, at this point, the interviewer must be impressed with you. They will have gained a good deal of respect for your skills. But, they might be thinking - well, you’ve done all this and you sound like a real professional, but why do you want to come and work here - in this company? So, your closing statement should be your answer for why you want this job. And here, it’s never good to say “I hate my boss” or “all my coworkers are plotting against me” or something else that’s negative about your present job. Instead, if you’re changing jobs, you should make it sound positive. I might say “I’m very happy in my current job, but I’m looking for a more challenging role. One where I can use my skills in a managerial position. That’s why I want this job.” Or, if I were a recent graduate, I would say “I am looking for a job where I can put my education and skills to use, where I will be challenged to grow and learn, and contribute to the success of the company.” And with this closing statement, you end your answer. OK, now that you know the formula, let me show you my complete answer as an example. Imagine that I’m applying to be a senior English teacher at a language school. I go in for the interview, and the interviewer says “Tell me about yourself”. Here’s my answer: I am an English teacher and teacher trainer with 7 years' experience in the ESL industry. I specialize in teaching business English to professionals and have trained executives from a number of multinational corporations. My training programs for these companies have focused on making their executives better communicators, particularly in working with their overseas colleagues and customers. Thanks to the success of these programs, many corporate clients have become repeat customers for the company I work for. Aside from teaching business English, I have also delivered workshops for teachers, aiming to help them teach English with a more practical, communicative, skills-based approach. Needless to say, I’m very happy in my current job, it’s extremely fulfilling, but I’m looking for a more challenging managerial role where I can apply my teaching expertise, and that’s why I’m here today. So remember the formula - start with a strong introduction, then talk about 3-5 of your achievements, and finally, end with a statement on why you want this job.
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6 жыл бұрын
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3 жыл бұрын
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6 жыл бұрын
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Really helpful....Pls make video for the following Can you list your strengths? What weaknesses do you have? Why should I consider hiring you? Where do you see yourself five years from now? Why do you want to work here? What is your salary expectation? What motivates you? What makes a good team player? Is there anything that you would like to ask me?
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@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
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6 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that, Nohemy. Best of luck :)
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6 жыл бұрын
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6 жыл бұрын
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6 жыл бұрын
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I think it is a great lesson for experience job interviews. Thanks a lot.
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@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it :)
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2 жыл бұрын
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sir what is the perfect answer if interveiwer asks "why sholud i hire you???" kindly make a lesson about it.
@macafyare5257
3 жыл бұрын
If I’m not wronge this question is same like, “ why are you applying this job.
@alexpobee7968
3 жыл бұрын
Sir what is the perfect answer when an interviewer ask, why should i give you the visa
@SumitKumar-tz5ns
2 жыл бұрын
Becoz I am overqualified for this job ,😁
@verylowendgamers7426
2 жыл бұрын
"why not, you're going to hire somebody, why not its me?"
@Sarablueunicorn
2 жыл бұрын
Because you opened a vacancy for the job and you are looking for someone to fulfill it. I have checked the requirements list and found no reason for you not to hire me. HR interviews are sh*t. Why do they need an interview if they have your CV (and certificates). They are playing psychological games not to check if you are skilled for the job but if you fit the company, like if you are a good ass kisser, if you cheer for the same sports team. Also HR will try to diminish you in order to get the best deal for the company and the worse for you. That's a good question for you, you are put in a humble position trying to prove yourself. "Why should I hire you?" - " because you need someone for this job so you are hiring" DuH
tanqs for thiss channel iam very intrested to learn plz tell about interview talking
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@adithya4320
3 жыл бұрын
It's grammar 🙂
@resuysr3472
3 жыл бұрын
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@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sai Priya :)
@mafroz43
6 жыл бұрын
Sai Priya Dasari you are good
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@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
Have a look at my other fluency lessons - *How to Become Fluent:* goo.gl/aoe84E
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You r always good in exaplaining nd this is one of the best among urs , will u take training for the people who are appearing for ielts exam
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that the lessons are helpful for you, Kaviya. I don't offer lessons at the moment, but thank you for your interest :)
Thankyou Sir you are making my life easy by this way... Telling minute tips for successful job interview
@anjineyaanji105
4 жыл бұрын
Super sir
Very informative......Thanks a ton......Please upload more n more videos.
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thanks
@allanloo118
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I like it very much
Thank you. Kindly make a video on " why are you looking for a change "?
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
I'll add that to my list, Sabyasachi :)
@ashishdhingra2822
6 жыл бұрын
Learn English Lab that will be great..
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Sir , give the best answers of some more questions which are frequently asked in the interview. Thank you , I love your videos.
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Ganesh, I'll be making more interview skills lessons soon :)
@hiralvora6728
6 жыл бұрын
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@hiralvora6728
6 жыл бұрын
hello sir , every day I watch yr video . it's really very helpful. but I want to become a good speaker that I m not getting . plz suggest me how to do. even when ever I go for interview for preprimary school teacher . I become a nurves.not getting how to give answer.
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I must say, you are outstanding. I just realized that they are the big things but the smaller and simpler ones that make you sound like a pro. Thanks alot sir..
I have so much to say in an interview but I always get nervous in front of recruiters and I say everything in just one flow without pauses and focusing on my pronunciation. I can overcome this interview nervousness
sir i request you that put a complete video about how a interviewer ask different types of questions and and how we should answer those questions
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Manoj, I will be adding more videos on interview questions and answers soon :)
@reshmanairrs7693
6 жыл бұрын
It's more better we are expecting such videos........
OK thanks mr.speaker i want to tell me how to understand grammar really i bleave grammar is difficult
Great! Am happy to know that your major is teaching business English.am interested at business English terms.hope to watch more business English videos! Keep up the good work!
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@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that you are finding the lessons useful, Raviteja. Best of luck :)
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6 жыл бұрын
Learn English Lab thanks
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Last time I stood on the stage for my presentation, n that was my first ever I stood on stage in my mind I have know many how to speak but the moment I stood on stage firstly i said to the crowd Good time everyone instead of good afternoon everyone that was due to my nervousness" everyone stared me n laughed me so badly" so I didn't says a single words n came back to my seat by smiled😂
@santoshyadav1402
2 жыл бұрын
😂
okay. thank you sir, your channel is really very helpful.
Your responses are FANTASTIC and EASY to remember. Thank you.
👏very useful for those who are preparing for Job interviews! You covered everything in the 3 part formula for anyone to face an interview with full confidence!
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that. Cheers :)
Sir could u pls give me tips about part 1 of ielts speaking , if possible then 2 n 3 too ...I'm really frustrated with that ... can't able to score above 6.5 ... thank in advance
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
I'll add that to my list. IELTS is an exam that is very accurate at measuring your English level. So the best way to score higher to improve your English overall. You should be spending time (at least 1-2 hours per day) reading, watching English-language movies/TV shows, collecting new vocabulary, practicing your speaking etc. This is the real route to success in IELTS :)
You are the fabulous teacher.As I never and ever found you. Thank you sir
Your teaching types are very good
What about freshers?? If i don't have any achievements?
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
The first question - "tell me about yourself" - is your opportunity to impress the interviewer. So the best thing is to think of some achievements from college or school that will speak of your *strengths* as a candidate. So your points could be, for example: 1. "I believe in hard-work. In school, I volunteered to help organize all school events and when I was in 11th grade, I was recognized for this with a best volunteer award by the school." 2. "I also consider myself to have great interpersonal skills. In college, we did several mini electrical projects. In all of these, I worked to ensure that the team functioned smoothly by helping to resolve conflicts between team members and helping everyone stay organized. One of our projects, in particular, an automated lighting system, was very successful because of our team work." Etc. The idea is that you say concrete facts from your life that display your strengths :)
@pappubabymaduri3080
6 жыл бұрын
NiC question sir
@kattapremkumar1471
6 жыл бұрын
I have the interest on learning programs any one but I don't have any support I'm studying at Chennai, karunya university 1st year btech cse-course...... I hope that u can understand these words. thanku
@kattapremkumar1471
6 жыл бұрын
I want replay sir
@indrakarankumaranuganti1563
6 жыл бұрын
Hello sir Iam b.tech graduate in 2013. Last 4years iam prepared for govt job. But presently i need a private job. So, how can i answer to this question "tell me about your self". In every interview they are asking what are you done these many years. Please answer me sir
Hi, Professor Ganesh! Once again, I would like to congratulate you on your excellent performance. In fact, it is extremely important to leave a very positive feeling in the interviewer. With this attitude, we can open the door more easily or even allow us to move to the next step. Thank you very much. My best regards: João Carvalho - Portugal.
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. Thank you for the kind words, João :)
@JoaoCarvalho141252
6 жыл бұрын
Teacher Ganesh, hello !!! I hope not be being boring. There is a doubt in my mind about the use of the conjunctions: however and but. Could you please explain exactly how to use each one correctly? Thanks again. Sincerely yours: João Carvalho - Portugal
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
You're not being boring at all. 'But' and 'however' are very similar and in most cases, you can use them interchangeably. But there are some punctuation rules with 'however' that you need to be aware of. I talk about this topic in my lesson on conjunctions here: goo.gl/8wTCFZ :)
Great. Greatest teacher I come across recently. Thank you sir
Your Voice can tell me you are very hard working guy. And Your Explanation Was So Awesome 🙂👍🏻
Hi sir, i recently watched your video on introducing yourself. how can be introduce in lesser time effectively.As i dont have achievements soo what i need to say.
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
The first question - "tell me about yourself" - is your opportunity to impress the interviewer. So the best thing is to think of some achievements from college or school that will speak of your *strengths* as a candidate. So your points could be, for example: 1. "I believe in hard-work. In school, I volunteered to help organize all school events and when I was in 11th grade, I was recognized for this with a best volunteer award by the school." 2. "I also consider myself to have great interpersonal skills. In college, we did several mini electrical projects. In all of these, I worked to ensure that the team functioned smoothly by helping to resolve conflicts between team members and helping everyone stay organized. One of our projects, in particular, an automated lighting system, was very successful because of our team work." Etc. The idea is that you say concrete facts from your life that display your strengths :)
I'm a village boy, I have done it MBA . My mother tongue Telugu but learn English very hard .give me some fluently tips brother .😔 It is very difficult to learn brother 😔
@lohithak.p.5598
4 жыл бұрын
Bro, Jst read lot of novels..Underline the sentences which u like..Use them in daily conversations..
You are great sir. Thank you so much. Because of your lessons I am getting more motivated. And this is helping in all the ways. I will definitely share all your videos, so that people like me will be able to learn english.
Awesome sir I am from rural area where English is not so important but seeing this I can say I will speak proper English in few days 🙏
Sir i have to go for ssb interview for Air Force .if interviewer says this questions. what should i say if i have no achievement i am a just graduate now. And also did I.T.I .i never any achievement in sports. I have to express about myself naturally.sir plz guide us
@LearnEnglishLab
6 жыл бұрын
Your achievements don't have to be great. Remember that the first question - "tell me about yourself" - is your opportunity to impress the interviewer. So the best thing is to think of some small achievements from college or school that will speak of your strengths as a candidate. So your points could be, for example: 1. "I believe in hard-work. In school, I volunteered to help organize all school events and when I was in 11th grade, I was recognized for this with a best volunteer award by the school." 2. "I also consider myself to have great interpersonal skills. In college, we did several mini electrical projects. In all of these, I worked to ensure that the team functioned smoothly by helping to resolve conflicts between team members and helping everyone stay organized. One of our projects, in particular, an automated lighting system, was very successful because of our team work." Etc. The idea is that you say concrete facts from your life that display your strengths :)
@ahadmujtaba6182
6 жыл бұрын
good
@awesomesagarsharma4547
5 жыл бұрын
Learn English Lab you are Awesome, should make video on ssb, you are Awesome
You deserved more subs.
Sir Please make a video on "How to talk on any random topic" given in the interview. I recently been to an interview, and got rejected because of that. As I was being interviewed for an International Call centre interview. It would be really beneficial for other also. Thank you so much. Your lessons are super awesome.
I appreciate your competence in teaching skills
Hate this question "tell me about yourself". I usually ask back with " what specifically you want to know about
Hey, My Goodness!! ...There are 447 dislikes??!!! What makes you dislike this video??!! ....... !?
Thank you, Sir.
Thank you brother! for giving me good tips.
My answer : Hi my name is Ishban Yadav. I love making videos..a bit specific..a bit random!
@rabefamily8298
6 жыл бұрын
hi sir, i would like to ask if what is the best way to deliver yourself to the interviewer if the applicant is only stays home for ten years because of taking care of their children
@anitablanco7309
6 жыл бұрын
That's what I like to ask too and like to know what to say.
Wow! It's giving me the best idea how to answer that kind of questions. Thanks a lot sir...
Among all of your videos about English , this one took my interesting because I just got an idea regarding the right Way to elaborate your info ( Tell me about yourself ) ....thank you so much for making this video