In job enterview, what is the best answer to the question, "Why should we hire you?"?

Answer 1

IT THE BS ANSWERS WORK ABOVE---
DON'T WORK FOR THAT COMPANY....

"Why should we hire you?"
A lot of people have a problem in answering this kind of question, too afraid to sound conceited. But this is the part of the interview to sound conceited!

- Highlight any parts of the job or job description that sound like you. TELL the intervewer how closely you match the job description ("I'm an excellent writer." or "My great personality and helpfulness are perfect for customer service." or "I know many of the required software programs and I'm also a quick learner!"

- Tell him or her what a hard worker you are, that you've hardly missed any work in the past, that you are talented at whatever the job is, etc. However, do NOT lie about any of this stuff! Only say it if its true!

Here is more input and advice:


Kevin T. Buckley in "The Insider's Guide To Job Search" says: "To answer these types of questions it is vital that you know yourself, your abilities, your skills and aptitudes as well as the qualities of character which you possess. ... When an employer is asking this type of question the invitation is being made to you to confirm or change a decision the interviewer has been forming about your suitability."

Explain your strengths, and how they relate to the job you are applying for. Are you a people person? Hard worker? Reliable? Fast learner? Do you have any experience for this type of position? All of these types of answers indicate to an employer your value to them in filling the position.

In any business relationship (and working for a company is a relationship) it is the desire of both participants to receive some benefit from the relationship. When the interviewer asks why should he/she hire you, he really searching for an answer that will show him that you will be an asset for the company and move over a better asset than the other job applicants. When this question is posed, an answer should be given that will outline your paticular skills (job and social) that would best benefit the company. For example, if you are interviewing for a sales position you would want to tell them that combining your social skills and your knowledge of the companies products would produce better results. (You did research the company/products before the interview didn't you?) If your appling for a techincal position, you would want to explain how your abilities would allow projects to be finished on time and within budget. In other words, hiring you will affect the companies bottom line profits in a postive way. Remember too, this interviewer isn't looking for someone to blow smoke up their shorts but for honest answers that the job applicant and back up with examples of his/her work experience. The best answer to this question will convince the interviewer that hiring you will be the best business decision he/she can make. Hope this helps!

I think the best answer for this question should contain the good things you have done in the previous jobs including the current job, the initiatives you've taken, how your efforts have added value to the bottomline of the company, how you can utilize your current skill-set(s) and qualities to achieve the key result areas (reponsibilities) described in the job that you've applied for etc. You have every right to blow your own trumpet because this is what will help you sell yourself.

Answer 2

Because my skills and proficiencies are more than adequate to accommodate the job description of the position available. I can start immediately and the less time spent searching for the perfect candidate the more time (and money) saved to compensate me commensurately. Is it possible for me to actually see the work area that the lucky candidate will be awarded? Do I need safety glasses, special shoes, or ear protection to look around the facility here?

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PERSONAL NOTE: If you use the aforementioned technique AND if it is successful, do not blame me IF you are awarded the position.

Answer 3

"I'm an individual that does not accept mediocrity."