S5E23 - The Best Way to Answer ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ in an Interview

If you’ve ever been in an interview and heard the dreaded "Tell me about yourself" question, you already know—it can be a trap. Do you start from college? Go through your entire work history? Wing it and hope for the best?

Let’s not do that.

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to answer this tricky question like a leader—not just another candidate in the pile. If you're aiming for six-figure leadership roles, this episode is for you.

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Episode Chapters:

[00:48] Today's Topic: Tackling a Common Interview Question

[02:54] Key Characteristics for Executive Presence

[05:29] Tips for Answering 'Tell Me About Yourself'

[06:31] Preparing for the Interview

[12:06] Why This Role, Why Now?

[13:48] Non-Negotiables in Job Interviews

[15:41] Conclusion and Membership Announcement

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