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🗣️ How To Nail Your Interview (Part One) 🗣️ Congratulations on securing the interview—excellent work! Now, onto the next challenge: the interview itself. One question I consistently ask in interviews, and I'm sure many other hiring managers do too, is: "Tell me about yourself and your background." You might wonder, why ask when they've already reviewed your resume? The answer lies in assessing your communication skills, which are crucial in any role. Expect some variation of this question in your interviews and prepare a concise response, ideally around 2-3 minutes. Focus on highlighting your professional experiences, specific achievements, and growth. While education is relevant, keep it brief, perhaps just a sentence or two. Avoid the temptation to recite your resume verbatim—as this wastes valuable interview time. Trust that if the hiring manager wants more detail on anything, they'll ask. Your answer to this question sets the tone for the rest of the interview. Keep it succinct, emphasize the highlights of your resume, and aim to hear the next question of the interview within the first 5 minutes. Questions about interviews? Do you agree or disagree with the points above? Let me know—I'm eager to hear your thoughts! Opinions are my own. Take what resonates, leave what doesn't. — Terence — #interview #hiring #advice

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