Day 9: How to Tell Your Story in 90 Seconds
Series: How to Crack a Job Interview – Day 9 of 21
“Tell me about yourself.”
The most common question — and the most fumbled.
This is your elevator pitch moment. And you only have about 90 seconds to make it count.
🎯 What They’re Really Asking
Why should we consider you for this role?
Are you self-aware?
Can you communicate clearly under pressure?
🛠️ Structure: The 90-Second Story Framework
1. Present (Who you are now)
“I’m currently working as a [Role] at [Company], where I’ve been focused on [Key Responsibility or Achievement].”
2. Past (Where you come from)
“Before this, I was at [Previous Experience], where I developed skills in [Relevant Skills or Impact].”
3. Future (Why you’re here today)
“Now, I’m excited to explore opportunities like this one where I can [contribution you want to make or goal you're pursuing].”
🧠 Sample: Fresh Graduate
“I recently graduated with a degree in Finance from XYZ University, where I led the investment club and interned with a fintech startup. That’s where I got hands-on experience with portfolio management and data analysis. I’m now looking to apply those skills in a fast-paced role like this one, where I can contribute to meaningful investment strategies.”
🎤 Practice Tip:
Say it out loud — at least 10 times.
Keep it conversational, not robotic.
Tailor it slightly based on the role and company.
Avoid These Pitfalls:
Rambling life stories.
Reading your resume line by line.
Humble-bragging or overloading with buzzwords.
✅ Action for Today:
Write your 90-second pitch.
Record yourself saying it.
Watch, refine, and repeat.