Tips

• Don’t summarize the resume. Tell story.
• Leave out personal information.
• Don’t forget the human connection.
• Don’t share too much or too little information.
• Don’t talk about a hobby that might seem to be more important to you than your career.
• BE HONEST, Don’t claim hobbies and interests that aren’t your passions.
• TIE YOUR ANSWER TO THE JOB. Use your response to demonstrate skills and qualities that are valuable in the role.
• AVOID CONTROVERSY, ****Don’t talk about politics, religion, or anything that could offend.
• DON’T GET TOO PERSONAL. You don’t need to share information about your family or personal life.
• Don’t talk about ancient history
• Don’t fumble around
• Use bullet points, not scripts.

Method 1: Present, Past, Future

• Who you are: Big picture about your current career.

  I'm an experienced HR executive who has managed all aspects of the HR function, from recruiting to training to benefits.

• Why you’re qualified (under 2 minutes):

  I spent the last six years developing my skills as a customer service manager for Megacompany, Inc, where I won several performance awards, and I've been promoted twice. I love managing teams and solving customer problems.

• Why you’re here:

Method 2: 3S

• Success

  I have been …

• Strength

  My Strength is …