These are 2 very basic questions asked in interviews and would want suggestions from all members on why exactly they are asked. Would it be wrong to say that competencies of an individual can't be observed in a conversation of just 10 minutes?
What makes you different? Why should I hire you?
Kindly share your views.
With Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
+91-9310-3711-17
From India, Delhi
What makes you different? Why should I hire you?
Kindly share your views.
With Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
+91-9310-3711-17
From India, Delhi
I am sure you really are not interested in hiring a 70+ old person. What makes me different can be seen from my profile by clicking on the link in my signature.
Without knowing the post/position you will be considering me for, it is not possible for anyone to say why you should hire me. May we please know why you have posed those questions without giving enough details.
From United Kingdom
Without knowing the post/position you will be considering me for, it is not possible for anyone to say why you should hire me. May we please know why you have posed those questions without giving enough details.
From United Kingdom
It was a question I thought of asking and I did so without any reasons behind it. I am open to knowing all the reasons one wants to be hired for, relating to their expertise. Basically, a common psychological-based question thrown, without mentioning any age factor or credibility.
I really appreciate your response from the depths of my heart, but I am surprised why everyone is so defensive while reading the questions, as I exactly thought they would be while reading them. I didn't quite see your profile, but I am very sure you are very capable of what you say you are. So why not simply ask me what I am looking for?
With Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
+91-9310-3711-17
From India, Delhi
I really appreciate your response from the depths of my heart, but I am surprised why everyone is so defensive while reading the questions, as I exactly thought they would be while reading them. I didn't quite see your profile, but I am very sure you are very capable of what you say you are. So why not simply ask me what I am looking for?
With Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
+91-9310-3711-17
From India, Delhi
Dear Vinit Kumar,
As I saw that you were a Director of a Training and Development company, I thought I would reply to you. This is a question that is typically asked in candidate interviews. I have been asked this a few times in my career and have always responded, as I was familiar with the job and personal specifications.
Sorry for forgetting to inform you that I have shortened my name in this forum. I am the Chief Advisor of Team-PMC, and you can view my profile by clicking on "About Us" in the link below.
Have a lovely day.
From United Kingdom
As I saw that you were a Director of a Training and Development company, I thought I would reply to you. This is a question that is typically asked in candidate interviews. I have been asked this a few times in my career and have always responded, as I was familiar with the job and personal specifications.
Sorry for forgetting to inform you that I have shortened my name in this forum. I am the Chief Advisor of Team-PMC, and you can view my profile by clicking on "About Us" in the link below.
Have a lovely day.
From United Kingdom
The answers to your questions are:
I am different because each person is unique, and so am I. Just as every person knows that they are different, I also know that I am different.
As for why you should hire me, it is because you need me to do what I have to do once I join your company.
Regards
From India, Delhi
I am different because each person is unique, and so am I. Just as every person knows that they are different, I also know that I am different.
As for why you should hire me, it is because you need me to do what I have to do once I join your company.
Regards
From India, Delhi
From my point of view, these types of direct questions can rarely elicit genuine answers because everyone wants to show that they are the best among all candidates for the job opportunity. Common answers typically include statements like "I am dedicated to my tasks" or "I am a team player" and so on. However, we can assess the level of confidence and self-awareness in individuals, which play a crucial role in shaping their personality.
From India, Jaipur
From India, Jaipur
Dear Vinit Kumar:
What makes you different? Why should I hire you?
Two very vital questions that take you away from the black & white to reality and creativity. These days one should know because one cannot take a CV at face value, for the finding shows that almost 65% of the CVs have facts fudged. Background checks are becoming increasingly necessary to hire the right person.
This is the age of "behavior anticipatory interviews." You want to know how the person whom you hire is going to respond to your culture and multifarious situations that he would face in the company, industry, and at the marketplace. So what he did in the past is a very good indicator of what he is going to repeat in the future. Given the opportunity, he may innovate and better his solution-providing abilities if he is also found to be a proactive person.
It goes without saying that the above two leading questions should be supplemented by more probing questions to delve deep into the person's past proven abilities of bringing forth solutions and being able to implement them successfully. This takes practice and a keen sense of perception and a behavioral discerning capability to filter the truth.
So there... Ask those two questions.
Raj
From India, Surat
What makes you different? Why should I hire you?
Two very vital questions that take you away from the black & white to reality and creativity. These days one should know because one cannot take a CV at face value, for the finding shows that almost 65% of the CVs have facts fudged. Background checks are becoming increasingly necessary to hire the right person.
This is the age of "behavior anticipatory interviews." You want to know how the person whom you hire is going to respond to your culture and multifarious situations that he would face in the company, industry, and at the marketplace. So what he did in the past is a very good indicator of what he is going to repeat in the future. Given the opportunity, he may innovate and better his solution-providing abilities if he is also found to be a proactive person.
It goes without saying that the above two leading questions should be supplemented by more probing questions to delve deep into the person's past proven abilities of bringing forth solutions and being able to implement them successfully. This takes practice and a keen sense of perception and a behavioral discerning capability to filter the truth.
So there... Ask those two questions.
Raj
From India, Surat
Dear Mr. Vineet,
I guess the answer to such a question varies from profile to profile. For example, if a psychological question is asked to an Accounts Guy (e.g., "What makes you different?"), his response should be judged in terms of reliability and being calculative, which are required for that profile.
In the case where the question is "Why should I hire you?", he will come up with the latest trends, rules pertaining to various accounts and taxes, and expose ways of cost-effective rules to ensure his credentials.
Regards,
Arjun
9224408539
From India, Mumbai
I guess the answer to such a question varies from profile to profile. For example, if a psychological question is asked to an Accounts Guy (e.g., "What makes you different?"), his response should be judged in terms of reliability and being calculative, which are required for that profile.
In the case where the question is "Why should I hire you?", he will come up with the latest trends, rules pertaining to various accounts and taxes, and expose ways of cost-effective rules to ensure his credentials.
Regards,
Arjun
9224408539
From India, Mumbai
Dear Mr. Vineet,
I think the two basic questions you have raised are actually deceptive, and the candidate must utilize his creative power to showcase all the competencies he/she possesses.
The first question is generally asked because every company seeks an outstanding employee who can contribute to their full potential and utilize any unique competencies or traits they may have. However, the question should be: What do you think are your unique capabilities that the company should utilize? (rather than what makes you different).
The second question is generally asked following the answers given to the first question. Every company wants star performers. But at this point, nobody knows whether the candidate is a star, marginal, or deadwood. To assess this, the question should be: "With regard to your unique capability, what do you think you can offer to the company?"
Hopefully, I have addressed your query.
Thank you,
Anuradha
MINDSHARE HR Consultancy Private Limited
From India, Delhi
I think the two basic questions you have raised are actually deceptive, and the candidate must utilize his creative power to showcase all the competencies he/she possesses.
The first question is generally asked because every company seeks an outstanding employee who can contribute to their full potential and utilize any unique competencies or traits they may have. However, the question should be: What do you think are your unique capabilities that the company should utilize? (rather than what makes you different).
The second question is generally asked following the answers given to the first question. Every company wants star performers. But at this point, nobody knows whether the candidate is a star, marginal, or deadwood. To assess this, the question should be: "With regard to your unique capability, what do you think you can offer to the company?"
Hopefully, I have addressed your query.
Thank you,
Anuradha
MINDSHARE HR Consultancy Private Limited
From India, Delhi
Questions are quite interesting, and these questions are asked to know some positive points about you. This makes you different and can help you stand out as a selected candidate. A positive approach is needed with confidence.
"Why should I hire you?"
Sir/Madam,
After going through the complete job description, what I found is that I am the perfect match for the kind of person you are looking for, whether it be related to experience or knowledge. This sets me apart from the other candidates who have come for the interview.
Do not ask "Why me?" Just give me a chance to show you.
From India, Kanpur
"Why should I hire you?"
Sir/Madam,
After going through the complete job description, what I found is that I am the perfect match for the kind of person you are looking for, whether it be related to experience or knowledge. This sets me apart from the other candidates who have come for the interview.
Do not ask "Why me?" Just give me a chance to show you.
From India, Kanpur
Dear Friends,
In my opinion, the questions framed are only formalities. The ground situation is that if a right candidate ever approaches, many times he/she is rejected merely because of not answering such questions. I personally feel that past achievements, confidence in presenting oneself, the knowledge a person has acquired, and the skill level with which he can use acquired knowledge need to be judged in interviews through direct interaction and openness.
Reference checks, formal personal questions, and tricky psychological questions have become routine, and one is expected to get routine answers only. I read somewhere that innovations never come with the best practices but the next practices.
Thanks,
Bijay
From India, Vadodara
In my opinion, the questions framed are only formalities. The ground situation is that if a right candidate ever approaches, many times he/she is rejected merely because of not answering such questions. I personally feel that past achievements, confidence in presenting oneself, the knowledge a person has acquired, and the skill level with which he can use acquired knowledge need to be judged in interviews through direct interaction and openness.
Reference checks, formal personal questions, and tricky psychological questions have become routine, and one is expected to get routine answers only. I read somewhere that innovations never come with the best practices but the next practices.
Thanks,
Bijay
From India, Vadodara
Dear Members,
I appreciate the time you took to respond. Kindly keep posting. Thank you all so much!
With Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
New Wave Training & Development Pvt. Ltd.
From India, Delhi
I appreciate the time you took to respond. Kindly keep posting. Thank you all so much!
With Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
New Wave Training & Development Pvt. Ltd.
From India, Delhi
1.What makes you different - If you dont hire me you will never know. 2.Why should I hire you? - You should hire me because I will make a difference in your organisation.
From India, Calcutta
From India, Calcutta
What makes me different and why should I hire you? Both questions are interlinked, especially when considering the position you are applying for. You need to focus on your strengths and explain how you are suitable for the position you are interviewing for, by illustrating examples related to it.
Hope this information will be useful for you.
Regards,
Derek Gomes
From India, Nagpur
Hope this information will be useful for you.
Regards,
Derek Gomes
From India, Nagpur
Thank you all! I appreciate your participation from the depths of my heart.
With Warm Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
New Wave Training & Development Pvt. Ltd.
+91-9310-3711-17
From India, Delhi
With Warm Regards,
Vinit Kumar
Managing Director
New Wave Training & Development Pvt. Ltd.
+91-9310-3711-17
From India, Delhi
Dear Fellow,
What makes you different? My selection in your company will make me different. Until that time, I am one of the rats who want to win like others.
Why should I hire you? I don't know why you should hire me, but I know why I should get selected. Then you can talk about your experience and skills if they fit the required JS.
Just provide modest answers rather than being defensive and boasting about yourself.
From India
What makes you different? My selection in your company will make me different. Until that time, I am one of the rats who want to win like others.
Why should I hire you? I don't know why you should hire me, but I know why I should get selected. Then you can talk about your experience and skills if they fit the required JS.
Just provide modest answers rather than being defensive and boasting about yourself.
From India
Why should I hire you?
By now you can see how critical it is to apply the overall strategy of uncovering the employer’s
needs before you answer questions. If you know the employer’s greatest needs and desires, this
question will give you a big leg up over other candidates because you will give him better
reasons for hiring you than anyone else is likely to…reasons tied directly to his needs.
Whether your interviewer asks you this question explicitly or not, this is the most important
question of your interview because he must answer this question favorably in is own mind
before you will be hired. So help him out! Walk through each of the position’s requirements as
you understand them, and follow each with a reason why you meet that requirement so well.
From India, Vadodara
By now you can see how critical it is to apply the overall strategy of uncovering the employer’s
needs before you answer questions. If you know the employer’s greatest needs and desires, this
question will give you a big leg up over other candidates because you will give him better
reasons for hiring you than anyone else is likely to…reasons tied directly to his needs.
Whether your interviewer asks you this question explicitly or not, this is the most important
question of your interview because he must answer this question favorably in is own mind
before you will be hired. So help him out! Walk through each of the position’s requirements as
you understand them, and follow each with a reason why you meet that requirement so well.
From India, Vadodara
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From Netherlands
From Netherlands
Dear All,
Job opportunity for you... I am working in H.R. Consultation, and now there is one vacancy in my department for Consultation and audit services (works regarding labor laws updating, notifications, forms, and day-to-day PM instructions works).
If anybody would like to work in my company, please send the resume as soon as possible.
Thanks and good luck.
From Netherlands
Job opportunity for you... I am working in H.R. Consultation, and now there is one vacancy in my department for Consultation and audit services (works regarding labor laws updating, notifications, forms, and day-to-day PM instructions works).
If anybody would like to work in my company, please send the resume as soon as possible.
Thanks and good luck.
From Netherlands
Please do not respond to requests such as the one by Veera M, where no details about the organisation is given.
From United Kingdom
From United Kingdom
Dear Vinit,
It appears that you have edited your first message after our discussions in this thread and added the first few lines. Now, the question raised is different from what you raised at the outset.
It is not possible to assess an individual's competencies within 10 minutes. Such questions are asked to assess how confident a person is about what is stated in his/her application for the job and the resume sent. In these days, when there are resume writing services and guidelines for writing impressive resumes, many applicants exaggerate their capabilities. Also, many do not do their homework: study the job requirements, organization's culture, needs, etc. By asking such questions, the companies hope to shortlist candidates for further consideration.
From United Kingdom
It appears that you have edited your first message after our discussions in this thread and added the first few lines. Now, the question raised is different from what you raised at the outset.
It is not possible to assess an individual's competencies within 10 minutes. Such questions are asked to assess how confident a person is about what is stated in his/her application for the job and the resume sent. In these days, when there are resume writing services and guidelines for writing impressive resumes, many applicants exaggerate their capabilities. Also, many do not do their homework: study the job requirements, organization's culture, needs, etc. By asking such questions, the companies hope to shortlist candidates for further consideration.
From United Kingdom
Why should I hire you?
You want this department to be as strong as it possibly can be, so you want the strongest candidate. I feel that I can fill that bill because…(fill with your abilities,strong qualities) and I have learned that you are looking for someone who can manage the _____ of your ____ division with a strong background. This is where I’ve spent almost all of my career. I believe that I know the right contacts, methods, principles, and successful management techniques as well as any person can in our industry.
What makes you different?
Well, I wouldn’t be a very good doctor if I gave my diagnosis before the examination. Should you hire me, as I hope you will, I’d want to take a good hard look at everything you’re doing and understand why it’s being done that way. I’d like to have in-depth meetings with you and the other key people to get a deeper grasp of what you feel you’re doing right and what could be improved.
Regards,
Prem Kumar R
Manager -HR
Yadhbhavam! Thadhbhavathi!!
(As you think, So you become!)
From India, Madras
You want this department to be as strong as it possibly can be, so you want the strongest candidate. I feel that I can fill that bill because…(fill with your abilities,strong qualities) and I have learned that you are looking for someone who can manage the _____ of your ____ division with a strong background. This is where I’ve spent almost all of my career. I believe that I know the right contacts, methods, principles, and successful management techniques as well as any person can in our industry.
What makes you different?
Well, I wouldn’t be a very good doctor if I gave my diagnosis before the examination. Should you hire me, as I hope you will, I’d want to take a good hard look at everything you’re doing and understand why it’s being done that way. I’d like to have in-depth meetings with you and the other key people to get a deeper grasp of what you feel you’re doing right and what could be improved.
Regards,
Prem Kumar R
Manager -HR
Yadhbhavam! Thadhbhavathi!!
(As you think, So you become!)
From India, Madras
Question for all, has CiteMan HR stopped sending mails on a daily basis? Please suggest if not. I am not receiving mails from Cite HR for the last month, which I had been receiving daily for the past four years. Please inform me how I can start receiving them daily again.
Thanks & regards,
From United States, Chicago
Thanks & regards,
From United States, Chicago
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