Why should we hire you?

This question is asked by almost all of the companies in the corporate world before hiring an individual for any post. Depending upon the person there can be numerous answers to this question. This question is more about selling yourself to the company. Consider yourself as the product and employer as the customer. The questions why should we hire you are pretty much similar to the question asked by the customer Why should we buy a particular product?

There are two ways of answering the question:

The Wrong Way:

Many of the people answer Because I want the job. The answer is nice but it is not what the employer is interested in. The bottom line of the question is What can you provide to the company?

Some people might answer the question in the following manner Because I am hard worker and really want to work for this company. Now, this is something that the company might be listening to from each and every individual as everyone thinks that they are hard-working.

The Right Way

You can proceed to answer the question in a warm manner such as Because I am fit for this position and then can proceed telling how you fit into the position.

The most appropriate answer to the question can be Because I have what it takes to solve problems and do the job  A little more expansion on your skill can surely get you a job.

Develop a Strategy

Try to develop a strategy and focus on giving details. The more details you give better your answer will be. An interview is never a time to discuss what you want rather it is a time to summarize your accomplishment and show that what makes you unique.

Understand

As discussed bottom line of the question is what can you do for the company?

You can try and look out in the job profile that what the employers seek or what will it take to meet the job requirements.

Next, do an inventory to determine what you have to offer as a fit for those requirements. Think of two or three key qualities you have to offer that match those the employer is seeking. Don’t underestimate personal traits that make you unique; your energy, personality type, working style, and people skills are all very relevant to any job.

Sales Pitch: You are the solution

Think of yourself as a product and the employer as the consumer. Make a list of the company requirement and what you have to offer. Merge these two to form the conclusion of the discussion. It should be no more than two minutes long and should stress the traits that make you unique and a good match for the job.

What makes you Unique?

Completing an exercise around this question will allow you to concentrate on your unique qualities. Like snowflakes, no two people are alike. Take some time to think about what sets you apart from others.

Let the interviewer figure out that you know what they require and you have what it takes to get the job done that you are the solution to their problem.