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Hi Fishes, Sometime back I was interviewed for Technical Support Job role in my domain. T1 went well. T2, in my understanding was better only (not great like T1 but not blunder. I felt it was nice and i replied majority of questions). They released the feedback after 10 days with "Not Positive". I am not totally sure with feedback as I replied majority of questions correct. I am being bit curious with "Microsoft" tag. What can be the reason?
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Anyone here who can refer me for internal project for dot net profile.
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If anyone can refer my profile within their project for dot net then that will be great help .
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In case you need a serious answer: i treat it as an invitation to walkthrough my resume and highlight professional achievements and capabilities. It’s ok to show some personality too, if you happen to have any.
I think it’s such a lazy question. I usually just answer it with my work history like that’s what they asked . I’ve never gotten a bad reaction.
“I’m kind of a big deal"
“I can tell ya one thing, I didn’t kill jimmy hoffa."
I would keep it short and sweet and try to bring it back to the interview. Don’t go into how you are a twin who grew up in California, you have a dog named fluffy, etc.
Since you don’t know how much of your resume the interviewer read, if at all, state where you started and a bit about what you do now. Then talk about possibly what it is you’re truly passionate about and how that could benefit the agency. Maybe even prepare a question you can spin at the end of your “elevator pitch” so that there’s not an awkward silence after “So... yeah.... That’s me... and... here I am.. he he."
This is a critical question for which you should prepare in advance your elevator pitch. Lots of good advice online on this. Read several articles on it. It's not about actually telling them about yourself but about key skills and value you'd bring to the position and organization. About 1 min long. Not a drone regurgitation of your resume. Think of yourself as a product, too, and of the question as the equivalent of answering why it would be their best decision to hire you today!
“I am the cheese. I am the best candidate in your pool. I am better than the both the salami and the bologna combined."
There are some great articles out there on how to answer this common question. Key takeaway: DON’T go through your resume. (Sorry @VP1!) Use this as a brief opportunity to talk about why you’re a good fit for this role and where you are now in your career but most importantly make a personal connection with the people in the room.
“I’ve done my due diligence and learned more about the agency through your site, your work, and your social profiles. I’m guessing you haven’t done the same. No? Ok awesome, cheers!"
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Elevator pitch
AD1 is right. Interview advice lists this as one of the most important questions you will be asked. It matters so treat it seriously.
General overview of your work history tailored specifically to the position
Also your shoe size
I usually say “I don’t want to waste your time and I wouldn’t dare waste mine, let’s get to some actual questions."
Don’t use it as an opportunity to dive into your resumé.
Do use it as an opportunity to share what makes you you, whether that be a crowning achievement, a talent, or something just plain unique. In other words, tell your story.