What's your answer to the "tell me about yourself" interview question? I feel bored when I say mine.

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That should be motivation to do something more interesting.

I talk about how my previous experiences and how it links to the current role i’m applying for a share 1 unique thing about myself so they will remember me (I will try to size the person up, normally when its a guy I talk about a sports team I love to bits and with ladies I’ll talk about how I used to be in a band). You can pre stalk your interviewer to see their interest (most common is like charity or a certain cause they stand for). Use this question to share your interest in the role but build rapport as well.

I would focus on bringing across motivation and enthusiasm for the job and the new role you are applying for

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Hi Fishes,

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DONT JOIN EY INDIA

PATHETIC EXPERIENCE

HR ARE UNPROFESSIONAL DONT CARE IF YOU JOIN NOT JOIN

I AM SO GREAT FUL THAT I HAVE NOT JOINED SUCH USLESS UNIT

I have cracked 4 interview so posting genuine opinion here.

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