Building Blocks

  Why do you want to work here?  It’s a common interview question, but also one that can be challenging to answer, especially when you try to wing it. Not preparing a solid response to this question is risky because it could make all the difference in whether a potential employer extends a job offer to you — or not. Why is this interview question so important? Think of it from the employer’s perspective: The business wants to hire someone who believes strongly in the company’s mission and wants to make a positive impact on the organization and its clients or customers. Also, searching for a candidate who is a strong fit for the position and the company can be a costly and time-consuming process. So, hiring managers want to help their employer realize a good return on their investment. When might you hear the “Why do you want to work here?” question? At any point in the job interview, really. However, you’re most likely to encounter it early in the meeting, when the interviewer...

  Every interview question is an attempt for a hiring manager to gather as much information about your skills, knowledge, and previous experience as possible. All of this data will help them better understand if you are the person they are looking for. Many hiring managers will give you an opportunity to sell yourself by asking one of these questions: Why should we hire you (or a variant like “why should I hire you”)? Why would you be a good fit for this position? What makes you unique? Why are you the best person for this job? Explain why your background and experience would be a good fit for this job. To close the deal on a job offer, you MUST be prepared with a  concise summary  of the top reasons to choose you. Even if your interviewer doesn’t ask one of these questions in so many words, you should  be prepared to tell them about yourself  and communicate your top reasons for why you are the best person for this job. In this article, we're going to discuss: ...