Does anyone have tips for the "tell me about yourself" question? I've tried prepping bullet points, but the second I start talking, it feels incredibly fake. If I don't prep, I go off on tangents. I'm interested in ways to keep it professional and organized while still feeling like a natural conversation and not rehearsed. What works for you?

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Just tell them about your family and where you were raised. How you grew up to respect others and help out where needed. It reflects your team mentality and stays away from hot topics

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Just tell them honestly about yourself.

This... make it sound really honest and like yourself

I stopped trying to sound impressive and just focused on being clear. Weirdly, that comes off more confident.

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