Why should we hire you?

This is a popular interview question

Following are 4 sample answers

Sample Ans 1:

In my XXX years of experience as a manager, I have build-up a solid motivational and team-working skills. I was awarded twice as the manager-of-the-year for my excellent methodologies for motivating employees to encounter challenges and meeting deadlines. If hired, I will carry forward this ability of leadership and strategies for achieving profit gains to this position.

Sample Ans 2:

The subjects I chose while working for my degree in XXX subject have prepared me for this particular post. Also, my two-year experience working with company X has given me the platform to master the skills that I needed to deliver for this position. It seems as if I was prepared all my life to land this job.

Sample Ans 3:

For this particular job, I have the perfect combination of skills and experience that is required. I also bring the experience of strong analytical and problem-solving skills that I have gained while working with other companies. My dedication to excellent work standards will add value to the team and the company.

Sample Ans 4:

I am quite aware of the company’s mission of acquiring the largest consumer base in the area and to become the front-runner in supplier’s or provider’s community. My domain knowledge and hold over the customer base can make a big contribution towards this. I would really enjoy this challenge of growing this business bigger.

Tips

• Emphasize on your uniqueness but keep it concise
• Highlight your strength, skills, and your accomplishments
• Give an example that describes you as a quick learner
• State or provide some evidence that shows how you contributed to the growth of the previous company in terms of revenue, goodwill, and brand
• Include your research you made on the company- for a smaller company you can say- your company is open to new innovative ideas

What not to say

• Try to avoid saying- I need a job, money or this place is close to where I live
• Focus on what can you do for the company rather than what they can do for you
• NEVER DO THIS- comparing your skills to others. The natural instinct to this question is we usually start comparing our skills to others, when this question is put through.

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