"Why should we hire you?"

"Why should we hire you?"

Answering interview questions about why you are the right person for the job needs some thought and preparation. Review the job description and note down the job requirements.

Refer to your skills and experience relevant to the job requirements and the company's needs. What benefits are you bringing to this job? Mention your previous successes and your goals for the future.
Be straightforward and confident about your abilities.

" I have the right combination of skills and experience for this job. I also bring the additional quality of strong analytical and problem solving ability as shown by my introduction of a more efficient work flow system at ABC Company.
My commitment to excellent work standards will add value to the team.
I am a fast learner, I had to learn a totally new operating system in my last job and I was up and running within a couple of weeks.
One of the reasons I want to work for this company is your reputation for staff development, learning and growth are important values to me. I sincerely believe I am the right person for this job and for this company"

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When answering interview questions like this, don't try to say that you are the best qualified candidate, you are not familiar with the other candidates' skills and experience. Rather highlight the reasons why you are the right candidate for this job. "My abilities in sales really seem to fit this job. My success at ABC in achieving an annual growth rate of 25% support this. I have worked with a similar product line and have an in-depth understanding of the technical aspects. My experience as a member of a large team will contribute to your department and I am enthusiastic about the new challenges involved in this position"

Be enthusiastic about why you want this job.

"I really would like this job selling gift items and I strongly believe I will be good at it. I enjoy talking to customers and helping them find what they are looking for. I am meticulous about handling cash. I look forward to having regular hours and I am very reliable. In fact, my reference emphasizes that as one of my strong points"

For a good guide to identifying your strengths that will help you answer this interview question.

What about answering interview questions
such as

"Why do you want to work for this company?"

Use your background research to prepare for this question, this way you will differentiate yourself from the other candidates.

"I understand this company is expanding, your website indicates that you are about to launch a number of new products. I would like to be a part of this exciting growth"

"I have always wanted an opportunity to work with a company that provides such an important service to the community"

"You are a small company with great opportunity for staff development"

"Your company has a reputation for being innovative and open to new ideas"

Find something specific about the company to hook into. Look at the company values, mission, vision and successes. How do you complement and contribute to these?

"I know that your goal is to become the biggest provider of office supplies in the area. My knowledge and experience of the customer base can make a big contribution to this. I would really enjoy the challenge of growing this business"

Focused research and planning before answering interview questions puts you on the path to success to your job interview!

Standard interview questions and answer guidelines about handling conflict, your ideal job, how you define success and what motivates you.

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