🚀 My "Tell Me About Yourself" Formula That Lands Interviews

Hello there,

We've all been there. You walk into the interview Zoom, greetings are exchanged, and then...bam! The dreaded question hits: "Tell me about yourself." It can feel like a minefield, unsure of where to start or what to avoid. You start talking, and 10 minutes later, you are still talking, mostly irrelevant stuff.

Today, I'm sharing my "Past-Present-Future" Formula that'll help you craft a compelling answer that lands interviews, every time (well, almost every time – interviews are a two-way street after all!).

Here's the thing: interviewers ask this question for a reason. They want to understand who you are professionally, how you got here, and most importantly, why you're the perfect fit for this specific role. Let’s get started with the "Past-Present-Future" Formula

Oh, my bad, I forgot to introduce myself. I’m BK, I work in Business Operations. Working together with my friend, Ade, we help people pivot to tech. Now, Let’s get started with the "Past-Present-Future" Formula, for real this time. 

1. The Past: Your Skills in Action (1-2 sentences)

Let's rewind a bit. Don't delve into your entire life story, but pick a relevant past experience or achievement that showcases a key skill highlighted in the job description. Did you lead a successful project?  Streamline a process? Quantify your impact with numbers if you can! Also, add a bit of your personality here. 

Example: "I’m an experienced digital marketing professional, with 6 years of experience across various media channels. In my previous role at [Previous Company], I spearheaded a social media campaign that increased brand awareness by 20%. It required strong communication and analytical skills, which I'm always refining."