Unlock the Secret Power of the ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ Pitch: When and How to Captivate Instantly
Understanding the question behind the question
The real question is, “Tell me about yourself as it relates to your ability to help me solve my problems.” That’s the real question. Anything else in the answer is superfluous and irrelevant to the interviewer.
What’s the right answer?
The correct answer will contain a brief overview of what makes you a professional, such as your title, size of managed budget, number of direct reports, scope of your function, and anything else that is relevant. Remember that the answer should be short and focused; otherwise, the interviewer’s mind starts wandering. Next tell a brief success story with an example that has a very positive ending viewed by a third relevant party such as your boss or an important customer.
