@suzywelch: Hard truth incoming: Hiring managers aren't hiring for your skills. I'll pause here for the shock. So, what are they looking for? Your self-awareness. You can skip "I'm a hard worker." Instead, try something like "I'm unusually good at explaining complicated ideas in plain language." Because yes, that is in fact an aptitude (an inborn strength). If you can share with specificity what your aptitudes and values are, you've already separated yourself from almost everyone else in the waiting room. #interviewtips #careeradvice #hiringmanager #careertok