Job interviews can be daunting. 😰 You will find yourself sitting in a room with the hiring manager, having to answer tough questions about your experience and qualifications for the position you are seeking with the company. 🏢
Throughout the interview, it's important to deliver specific examples as often as you can. 📋 The more concrete examples you can give, the better you will be able to showcase your value to the hiring manager. 🌟
That brings me to one of the most challenging interview questions you could potentially face: Why should we hire you? 🤔
Here are some examples to help you craft your response to this common interview question:
Why should we hire you - Example #1
"That's a great question! You have a slight advantage over me since you know what you're looking for and I am still learning about your company. From what I've learned, it sounds like you are looking for someone who will be able to handle customer concerns quickly and effectively, is that accurate?"
(Assume the interviewer responds, "Yes")
"In that case, I'd like to tell you about a time where I handled a customer issue, and they walked away with renewed confidence in our capabilities and services."
Explanation: When responding to this question, you always want to thank the interviewer for asking the question. 🙏 This response poses a question back to the interviewer, which helps you get further clarification on what they are looking for. 🕵️♂️
If you can confirm what they need in a candidate, you can then refer to a specific instance where you performed that job duty with a positive outcome. 👍 The more specific examples you can provide, the more memorable you will be to the hiring manager. 💡
Why should we hire you - Example #2
"This is a critical question in the process, thank you for asking. Based on what you've said today and from the research I've done, your company is looking for a skilled communicator and experienced marketer to grow your business and help your company stand out from the competition. At my previous company, I increased their activity by 24% by implementing targeted social media advertising. 📈 I will bring that innovative and entrepreneurial spirit to your company, and your success will be my top priority."
Explanation: This response uses a specific percentage to demonstrate the candidate's ability to perform the job responsibilities effectively. 📊 The more descriptive and accurate you can get, the better your chances of landing the job. If you can show your direct impact on an organization, the hiring manager will remember that and will be more likely to recommend you for the position. 🏆
Why should we hire you - Example #3
"I believe that my experience with technology, specifically in the web design space, makes me the best match for this position. In my previous job, I was responsible for maintaining and updating our company website. This required keeping employee profiles updated and continuously posting information regarding upcoming events. 🌐 I truly enjoyed what I was doing, which is what drew me to this position with your company. I would love to bring the coding and content skills I learned there to this position."
Explanation: By highlighting your experience with a particular skill that the position requires, describe in detail what that experience looks like and how you have used it previously. 🛠️ This gives the hiring manager the chance to see some of your work and determine if it fits what they are looking for in a candidate. If this is your strongest skill, don't be afraid to say that in your interview. 💪
Why should we hire you - Example #4
"I’m glad you asked. You explained earlier that leadership qualities are a bonus for this position. In my 10 years of experience as a sales manager, I have effectively managed teams of over 15 people. 👥 I developed motivational skills that earned my region the 'Region of the Year' five years in a row for consistently meeting and exceeding sales goals. 🏅 I will bring those leadership abilities to this position."
Explanation: Showing that you have “bonus” skills is a great way to separate yourself from the other candidates. 🌠 If the hiring manager explicitly states that they are really looking for someone that also has certain skills, answering this question by showing you possess those skills will only strengthen your qualifications in the interviewer’s mind. 💡
Why should we hire you - Example #5
"The job listing states that you are looking for someone with patience and superior communication skills. While volunteering and holding an office for the Special Olympics, I learned how to be patient with the athletes and participants at our state’s Special Olympics. 🏅 Coordinating the event helped me develop better communication and planning skills which are imperative when performing the responsibilities you described today."
Explanation: When you don’t have a lot of experience in the industry you are applying to, you can use skills you learned while volunteering or in other aspects of your life to demonstrate how you are the best fit for this position. 🌟