How To Answer The No. 1 Job Interview Question: ‘Why Should I Hire You?’
The job interview game begins with a simple and often understated question: “Why should I hire you?” Many interviewers won’t come right out and ask it directly, but it’s always there. Playing to win in the career game means knowing where the goal is – so you never lose sight of the most important question. This is a critical question because it will show your success, self-confidence, and preparation. Employers take this question very seriously, and you should, too. In this answer, do double-time by selling yourself and by demonstrating your knowledge of the company. Start by doing your homework on the employer before the interview, even if it is "only" a telephone interview. That research will likely include visiting their website, Googling their name, and performing an advanced search on LinkedIn long before you ever find yourself in the interview! [Read The Winning Difference: Pre-Interview Preparation for details.] The question of, "Why should we hire you?" ca...
