Past Experiences
“What experience do you have that qualifies you for
this job?”
■“I have a total of ten years experience, with the majority of
my experience in teaching. When I read the job posting, I
felt confident that I would be qualified and could bring
added value to this job, particularly in the area of
curriculum development.”
■“I provided technical problem resolution and ensured
effective coordination of activities in every job that I have
held. I have also gained a reputation within the
manufacturing industry as a key player when it comes to
hard bargaining and negotiations. In my last two jobs I was
able to save the companies thousands of dollars by
negotiating savvy business deals.”
■“First, my excellent communication skills and my ability
to work with all types of people. This is important
because of the interaction within various departments
involved in projects. Next, I am very organized with strong
coordination skills. It takes the ability to prioritize and
to be adaptable in order to succeed in this type of
position. Last are my strong coordinating skills that are
necessary to keep on track and on schedule.”
Why do you think you are a good match for
this job?
■“My years of experience in this industry make me feel
confident that I can do this job and bring added value.
I am extremely knowledgeable about your customer base
and your competitors and what it will take to sell your
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