Mastering the 'Walk Me Through Your Resume' Question in Job Interviews

🔑The 'Walk Me Through Your Resume' question is an opportunity to guide and control the job interview.

💡Analyze your resume and identify key areas that align with the job requirements to prepare for the question.

💼Bringing a copy of your resume to the interview is essential, as the interviewer may not have read it.

🔍Provide context and focus on relevant accomplishments during your walkthrough to keep the interviewer engaged.

📖Use the career achievements journal to gather additional information and make your stories more compelling.

What should I do before the interview to prepare for the 'Walk Me Through Your Resume' question?

—Analyze your resume, identify key areas that align with the job requirements, and gather information using the career achievements journal.

Should I bring a copy of my resume to the interview?

—Yes, it is essential to bring a copy of your resume as the interviewer may not have read it.

How should I structure my response to the question?

—Start with the relevant areas and accomplishments, provide context, and engage with the interviewer. Seek their input and ask if they want you to start from the beginning.

How can I make my storytelling more compelling during the walkthrough?

—Focus on the business benefit, who you were working with, and any cost savings or revenue generation achieved. Use the career achievements journal to gather additional details.

Are there any additional resources for mastering job interviews?

—Yes, check out the free interview guide called Three Keys to Ace Any Job Interview for more tips and strategies.

00:00The 'Walk Me Through Your Resume' question is often asked in job interviews.

00:08View it as an opportunity to take control of the interview and showcase your professional achievements.

01:45Analyze your resume and identify key areas that align with the job requirements before the interview.

02:03Bring a copy of your resume to the interview as the interviewer may not have read it.

03:35Start the walkthrough from the relevant areas and accomplishments, providing context and engaging with the interviewer.

04:01Use the career achievements journal to gather additional information and make your stories more compelling.

05:08Take pauses during your response and seek input from the interviewer to maintain engagement.

06:33Grab the career achievements journal for more context and check out the free interview guide for additional tips.