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Nov 10, 2025 17 min

E29 | How to Answer "Tell Me About Yourself" in an Interview (Best Example + Script)

from Medical Sales U with Dave Sterrett Hosted by Dave Sterrett

Struggling to answer “Tell me about yourself?” in interviews? You’re not alone. Even the most talented candidates often freeze, ramble, or read their resume. In this episode, you’ll learn a proven framework to introduce yourself confidently and make hiring managers remember YOU. What you’ll learn in this video: • The #1 mistake candidates make when answering this question • The PSPT™ framework: Personal – Successful – Professional – Transferable • How to share your story with purpose (without oversharing) • Real examples for nurses, pharmacists, teachers, and IT/sales professionals • Tips to speak with confidence, posture, and presence • How to stay under 3 minutes, and still stand out Whether you're breaking into medical sales, interviewing for a leadership role, or simply growing your career, this strategy works. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to own your story and deliver it naturally in any interview. If this helped you, hit LIKE and FOLLOW for more career and interview coaching. Turn on notifications so you don’t miss new episodes! Want 1:1 coaching or to join our community? Visit: Medical Sales U — We help you break into the industry with confidence. Drop a comment: What’s one achievement you’ll include in your “Tell me about yourself” answer? CHAPTERS 00:00 Why “Tell Me About Yourself” is so hard 00:30 Personal — Make it human 02:48 Successful — Show the numbers 06:20 Professional — Tell your growth story 10:57 Transferable — Connect to the job 13:53 Avoid these common mistakes 15:41 Full PSPT™ recap + next steps

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