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More than half of recruiters admit to asking this as a first question in an interview. This question is intended as an icebreaker but feels vague. Here’s what to say and what not to say. In a ...

The question “Describe yourself in 3 words” might seem simple, but it’s one of the most powerful tools in an interviewer’s arsenal. It gives employers a glimpse into your personality, self-awareness, ...

This article was updated on Aug.5, 2021. In daily life, people aren’t usually asking you how you describe yourself, but during the job search process, it’s an extremely common question. Even if the ...

10+ Words to Describe Yourself (Interviews Tips) Most job seekers find interviews to be a difficult and nerve-wracking experience. After all, you are under pressure to make a good impression and sell ...

It’s fair to say that most people aren’t typically asked to describe themselves to others on a regular basis. However, when it comes to landing the right job, interviewers expect you to confidently ...

You've done your research on the company; reviewed the interviewer's LinkedIn profile for insight into their personality, experience and style; and brought clean copies of your resume to the meeting.

This was a message I got from a brand new coaching client, we can call her Sarah, and something I hear too often from clients I first meet. Immediately I asked why she felt this way and began to study ...

One of the most hated interview questions is “Tell me about yourself.” In fact, it’s difficult for almost all job seekers to answer this question. Why is it so hard? Why do hiring managers ask this ...

Don't get me wrong; I'm not entirely clueless. I know that this is just an "icebreaker" question to get to know you and start off the interview nice and slowly. And I know they're not interested in "I ...