Why should we hire you?

This is most typical job interview questions that all recruiters will ask you. You should connect this questions to job description, job spec, resume. You can ref answer structure, answer tips, answer samples as follows:

1. Answer tips

Take a few moments to compare the job description with your abilities, as well as mentioning what you have accomplished in your other positions.

Give concrete examples of why your skills and accomplishments make you the best candidate for the job.

One of the points that you can raise is the similarity of the job profile you are aiming for at the company to the job profile you enjoyed in your previous job.

You can also draw the interviewer’s attention to your key skills and strengths, namely – quick learning, excellent communication skills, etc.

In addition, your professional ambitions should be made clear – the motivation and dedication that you have for the profession and the opening position.

2. Answer samples

Answer sample 1

With my extensive background and experience working with CSS, XHTML, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, ActionScript 2.0/3.0, and JavaScript, I am already skillfully trained and take no time in settling into any project. I work well in teams, am self-motivated, and comfortable with following direction or working independently. I am also great multitasker who has proven time over time, to meet tight deadlines. I know I would be a great addition to your team.

Answer sample 2

You should hire me because although I may not have experience, I am very much willing to learn the gropes and be trained. I believe that I have the requisite competence and qualities that perfectly fit this position. I want to be part of this company and I believe that I would be a valuable asset to it. .

Answer sample 3

I am self motived, hard working, and dedicated. Also a great multitasker who has proven time over time, to meet tight deadlines and have the passion to help others in a timely manner. Therefore I know I would be a great addition to your team. .

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