If the people who know you were asked why you should be hired, what would they say?

How to answer “If the people who know you were asked why you should be hired, what would they say?” interview question. What would be your best answer? Here is ours:

When the interviewer asks “If the people who know you were asked why you should be hired, what would they say?” he or she wants to know what your perception is of what others think about your qualifications and abilities.

Best Answer

I’m sure if you asked my friends that question they would say you should hire me because I have the skills outlined in the job description and I bring 10+ years of expertise to this position. Words they’ve used to describe me are: hard working, professional, trusted and a team player.

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It is a pretty safe bet that the interviewer is not going to ask for your mobile phone in order to phone your friends and clarify your answers. This therefore, is another chance to sell yourself in the interview and should be answered confidently to project the image that you believe in what you are saying. Questions of this nature are virtually guaranteed to be asked in all interviews and should be given adequate time for preparation.

It is important to tailor your answer to highlight key characteristics that the job requires. You should have done some research on the company before the interview and have a fair idea of the model of employee they are seeking for.

For example: “The people who know me can vouch for the fact that I am a trustworthy and reliable individual. They would recommend that I was hired because of my strong working ethos and ability to fit into new surroundings seamlessly. I believe that they would also say that my dedication to my work is second to none and that if I didn’t think I would be the best candidate for the job, I wouldn’t have applied for it.”

This response aims to encapsulate everything about you. It should be used to highlight your strengths and give yourself a glowing reference. When delivering your answer you should do so confidently. This will help convince the interviewer that you have conviction in what you are saying and fully believe in yourself.

When researching the company, write down a number of keywords that they seem to be looking for. Examples may include; trustworthy, integrity, teamwork, good communication, honesty, hard working. Try to work these words into your interview where you can. This will help affirm the idea that you would be a good fit for the company.