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That is the basic part of interviewing - to determine if the qualifications and experiences fit the requirements of the position. Additional Article Information: =============================== 657 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2006-10-31 13:00:00 Written By: Carole Martin Copyright: 2006 Contact Email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For more free-reprint articles by Carole Martin, please visit: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/d/index.shtml#Carole_Martin ============================================= Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: ============================================= If you use this article on your website or in your ezine, We Want To Know About It. 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In other words, will he fit into the team and the company culture? Although this is the more subjective part of the interview, it can make or break your chances of getting the job. The way you answer a question could be sending the wrong message. Are you describing yourself in the best light? QUESTION: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONALITY? On the surface this appears to be a straightforward question, but if you answer too hastily you may end up sounding like every other candidate. What makes you unique? How can you make yourself stand out and be remembered? Interviewers ask this question for a couple of reasons; to hear where you place the emphasis in your description, and to see how quickly and creatively you can think on the spot. SPICE UP YOUR ANSWERS Don't give the interviewer with the same old answers everybody else gives. Think about new ways to get your message across and sell yourself. "I am a high energy person." This answer needs more detail and energy. "I am a person who is energized by challenges and problems." "I'm a hard worker." The most common phrase used. No imagination. "I do whatever it takes to get the job done; sometimes working 10 hour days." "I am a quick learner." An overused phrase which has lost its effectiveness. "I can hit the ground running and come up to speed faster than anyone I know. "I'm analytical." A lack luster answer, that doesn't reveal much information. "I'm a whiz at analyzing data and transforming it into useful information." "I'm very organized." This is a very understated answer. "I am a person who can bring order to chaos." "I'm reliable." This answer needs more information to get the point across. "I pride myself on my record of never missing deadlines." "I'm good with customers." The answer needs clarification - good in what way? "I build great relationships with customers - they always ask for me." SCRIPTING EXERCISE Describing your personality is like writing ads for a product. What makes you unique? Are you the type of person who would fit into this organization? Your job is to convince your interviewer that you are that person. Make a list of personality traits that describe you. The qualities you would like the interviewer to remember after the interview. Use some of the same words in the job posting. Requirement: "Must have five or more years experience, managing a diverse population of employees." Your Answer: "I work well with all types of people." This is a rather flat statement and not specific. Try a new slant using more powerful words. "I am a person who values other's qualities and contributions. My employees would tell you that I am a very fair manager who listens when they have something to say." The more specific you are with your answer, the better your chances of leaving a lasting impression. Interviewers talk to several candidates in a single day. What will make you a memorable candidate? In today's competitive job market it is worth taking some time to think about how you can describe your personality in a way that will make you stand out. The buyer needs to be sold on your uniqueness and abilities. When you sound like everybody else, you look like everybody else. Distinguishing yourself from the pack will give you an edge. A little work before the interview will put some zip in your pitch. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Carole Martin is a celebrated author, trainer, and mentor. Carole can give you interviewing tips like no one else can. Get a copy of her FREE 9-part "Interview Success Tips" report by visiting Carole on the web at http://www.interviewcoach.com --- END ARTICLE --- Get HTML or TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of This Article at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/job-interview.shtml#get_code ..................................... 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