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TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF | How to INTRODUCE YOURSELF in a JOB INTERVIEW | (SEAT METHOD) BEST ANSWER!

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Warm-up Questions

When an interviewer says “Tell me about yourself,” what do you think they really want to hear?
What are the most difficult parts of introducing yourself in a job interview?
What do you think the “SEAT method” could mean in an interview answer?

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TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF | How to INTRODUCE YOURSELF in a JOB INTERVIEW | (SEAT METHOD) BEST ANSWER!

Why “Tell me about yourself” is hard + the SEAT method overview (00:00 – 02:06)

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1. Why does the speaker say this question is hard to answer?

Because most people don’t know what to say and start rambling
Because it is only used in online interviews
Because interviewers want your full life story
Because you must list every job you ever had

2. What memory tool does the speaker use to help you remember your answer structure?

A phone (CALL method)
A table (TABLE method)
A clock (TIME method)
A seat (SEAT method)

3. When will you be “sitting down on a seat,” according to the speaker?

Only in face-to-face interviews
Only during the last question of the interview
In both in-person and online interviews
Only in online interviews

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF | How to INTRODUCE YOURSELF in a JOB INTERVIEW | (SEAT METHOD) BEST ANSWER!

SEAT details: Skills, Education/Experience, Achievements, Type of person (02:06 – 09:50)

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1. What does the letter “S” stand for in the SEAT structure?

Schedule
Salary
Skills that match the job description
Strengths of the company

2. Which list matches the three skills the speaker recommends for all job interviews?

Leadership, creativity, punctuality
Confidence, eye contact, practice
Teamwork, education, achievements
Problem solving, communication, collaborator

3. In the SEAT method, what does “T” stand for?

The type of person you are
The time your answer should be
The training courses you took
The team you worked with

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF | How to INTRODUCE YOURSELF in a JOB INTERVIEW | (SEAT METHOD) BEST ANSWER!

Tips for delivery + recommended length + downloadable preparation pack (09:50 – 15:10)

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1. What is tip number one to make sure your answer flows?

Practice your answer
Avoid using examples
Speak as fast as possible
Use complicated vocabulary

2. What does the speaker say you should maintain when giving your answer?

A serious facial expression all the time
A very long answer
Eye contact
Silence after every sentence

3. About how long does the speaker recommend your answer should be?

15 seconds
30 seconds
60 seconds
3 minutes

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF | How to INTRODUCE YOURSELF in a JOB INTERVIEW | (SEAT METHOD) BEST ANSWER!

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1. What is the main purpose of the SEAT method?

To help you avoid answering the first question
To help you write a CV template
To help you negotiate a higher salary
To help you structure a strong, clear introduction in an interview

2. Which approach best matches the speaker’s advice for “Tell me about yourself”?

Only talk about your hobbies to seem friendly
Give a short, structured answer focused on the job
Tell your complete life story starting from childhood
Refuse to answer and ask a question instead

3. Which item is NOT one of the four SEAT parts?

Salary expectations
Education and experience
Achievements
Skills

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF | How to INTRODUCE YOURSELF in a JOB INTERVIEW | (SEAT METHOD) BEST ANSWER!

Which part of SEAT (Skills, Education/Experience, Achievements, Type of person) is easiest for you to talk about? Which is hardest? Why?
Choose one achievement you could mention in an interview. How would you explain it in 2–3 sentences?
The speaker recommends three skills (problem solving, communication, collaborator). Which one is your strongest? Give a real example.
Do you agree that “Tell me about yourself” should be about 60 seconds? What might you include or remove to fit that time?