"Tell Me About Yourself..."

 

"Tell Me About Yourself..."

This classic opening question should probably be put out to pasture, but it’s still one of THE most common interview questions you’ll face. With that being said, it still seems to trip up a ton of job seekers every year.

EXAMPLE ANSWER:

“For the past five years, I’ve been working in a fast-paced nursing role in one of the area’s top hospitals. During that time, I’ve not only had the opportunity to learn from some of the leading specialists in their field, but I’ve also furthered my education.

“I’ve recently graduated with a nursing degree and have completed my initial licensing requirements. At this time, I am eager to take the next step in my career, allowing me to put my knowledge and experience to work in a challenging role.”