3 Posts found for Author: Arlene S. Hirsch

The following tips can help you provide a memorable and effective response to the “tell me about yourself” question.

1. Start with the end in sight.
   Despite the deceptive phrasing, the directive, “Tell me about yourself,” isn’t a polite request for your life story. What the interviewer wants to know is, “Why should I hire you?” Knowing this, your goal is to craft a

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Author: Arlene S. Hirsch | Source: “‘Tell Me About Yourself’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Tell It All'” | Original Publication: CareerJournal.com | Subject: Interviewing

To make sure this question doesn’t trip you up, here are seven possible strategies that you—as an interviewee—can use to frame an effective response. Remember that context is as important as content. Whenever you cite a weakness, be sure to remind employers of your strengths. Be honest about your shortcomings, but never cite anything that might genuinely interfere with your ability to do the available … [ Read more ]

Author: Arlene S. Hirsch | Source: “How to Answer Questions About Your Weaknesses” | Original Publication: CareerJournal.com | Subject: Interviewing

When interviewing candidates, Kenneth Widelka, acting general manager of Pearson Reid London House, always asks them to provide examples of how they’ve used certain strengths. He analyzes the stories based on the PAR format, as follows:

1. Problem
   Start by describing the problem or situation that you faced.

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Author: Arlene S. Hirsch | Source: “When an Interviewer Says: ‘Tell Me About a Time When You…'” | Original Publication: CareerJournal.com | Subjects: Behavioral Interview, Interviewing