“Tell me about yourself” is usually intended as a softball ice-breaker to help ease into the conversation — somewhat ironically, given how nervous it makes some candidates, but that’s the case ...

One of the most common job interview questions can also seem like one of the hardest to answer. The simply phrased "tell me about yourself" can lead to sprawling answers. An ex-MBA admissions ...

Q: How do I answer the interview question “Tell me about yourself?” A: Chances are you’ve been asked this question in a job interview before and chances are you will be again.