It’s the question that sets the tone. When interviewers open this way you have the ball in your court pretty quickly. You can use the opportunity to frame how they see you and convey important qualities representing your unique fit for the position. You have a chance to start your conversation by painting a picture of how you would perform—and even excel— as an associate. What will you say?

This is an important question for you to have practiced. More importantly, it’s a question you should have considered as it uniquely pertains to this organization and this position. If you’re taking your job search seriously, the answer to this question likely emphasizes different qualities depending on what you know about the culture or the needs specific to this particular job. Are you ready?

Telling about you should be fun; because it needs to be enjoyable to hear. Don’t assume this question was asked for a particular reason or that the interviewer is expecting a particular response. The interviewer may have a strategic reason, but it’s just as likely an icebreaker. The more interesting you are, the more memorable you will be. In addition, if you plan your response well , you may event set the stage for follow up questions that play to your strengths. Why wouldn’t you try?

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Tell them your name n immediately follow it up with ur qualities that u couldn't write up in ur career objective on ur cv which u knw suits the position u are applying for and the structure of the company..Be straighforward and avoid mannerisms such as em,uhn,mmmm etc

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Tell them your name n immediately follow it up with ur qualities that u couldn't write up in ur career objective on ur cv which u knw suits the position u are applying for and the structure of the company..Be straighforward and avoid mannerisms such as em,uhn,mmmm etc

Thanks for the wonderful contribution.

Don't just read the article and go your way. It will do you a lot of good to create a short statement about yourself. Look for a quiet place to practise so that it doesn't sound memorized, when you get to face the interviewer.