{"id":23796,"date":"2022-12-13T09:09:55","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T16:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinity-staffing.biz\/?p=23796"},"modified":"2023-12-22T03:20:05","modified_gmt":"2023-12-22T10:20:05","slug":"why-would-you-be-a-good-fit-for-this-position","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinity-staffing.biz\/blog\/why-would-you-be-a-good-fit-for-this-position\/","title":{"rendered":"Answering \u201cWhy Are You the Best Person for the Job?\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"
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>>> DOWNLOAD THE PDF TRANSCRIPT<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n One of the questions that nearly always gets asked at interviews is \u201cwhy are you the best person for the job?\u201d The question has been around for decades, and it\u2019s not likely to go away anytime soon. Despite it being such a common <\/span>topic during interviews<\/span><\/a>, it\u2019s a question that many interviewees have a hard time answering. It can be hard to talk about yourself in a flattering way that isn\u2019t overly boastful and shows the employers what they\u2019re looking for, especially for those without much interview experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n And though it may not seem like that important of a question in the grand scheme of things, it can actually be a very telling question that has an impact on the employer\u2019s decision making process. Answering the question wrong can set you up for disappointment, but answering it right can be exactly what you need to get the job. In this blog, we\u2019re going to cover how to answer that question so you can improve your chances of <\/span>getting the job<\/span><\/a> you\u2019ve been looking for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Before you can know how to answer \u201cwhat makes you a good fit for this job,\u201d you need to know why interviewers ask that question and what they\u2019re actually looking for. Thankfully, the answers to those questions are fairly simple.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/infinity-staffing.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Inf-Staff-What-Makes-Me-a-Good-Fit.jpg” alt=”What Makes Me a Good Fit” title_text=”Inf Staff What Makes Me a Good Fit” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”99.1%” min_height=”135px” custom_margin=”3px|108px|1px|||” custom_padding=”15px|0px|19px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”306.2px” custom_margin=”18px||33px|||” custom_padding=”6px||54px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Employers ask that question because it can reliably get the information they want about a candidate. What they are looking to find out typically includes:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-13px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”1px||5px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”581.2px” custom_margin=”-93px||-44px|||” custom_padding=”19px||60px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n These things are all incredibly important when it comes to looking for an applicant, especially for specialized or demanding positions. A candidate who can respond to that question well will provide the employer with that crucial information and allow them to make a more informed decision about who to hire.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n As simple as the question \u201cwhy would you be a good fit for this position,\u201d is, it is a great way to bring out all of those factors at the same time. Interviewers just want the best information they can get about <\/span>candidates<\/span><\/a>, and that question is an effective and consistent way to do so.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n So, how do you actually answer \u201cwhat makes you a good candidate for this position?\u201d Now that we know why that question is asked and what interviewers are looking for, answering the question should be much easier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n First off, you want to showcase yourself, your unique skills, qualifications, and more that set you apart from the crowd. You want your answer to show that you are a unique candidate that can bring a lot of value to the company. Lean into any <\/span>unique training<\/span><\/a>, past experiences, and more that can show off your individual strengths.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You also want to show that you understand the company and position. Be sure to do research on the company, what they do, how they operate, etc, so you can be confident in your response. And make sure to thoroughly review the <\/span>job listing<\/span><\/a> so you understand all of the responsibilities and duties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWhy Do Interviewers Ask It?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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How to Answer \u201cWhy Would You Be a Good Fit for This Position?\u201d<\/span><\/h2>\n