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Killer intro: How to avoid TMI, but stay true when describing yourself

ByChristalle Fernandes
Jun 28, 2024 12:18 PM IST

Be yourself, they say. But where do you draw the line? Here’s how to stay authentic at a job interview, a date and a social gathering

It’s a question so difficult, even Google doesn’t have the answer. Yet, every one of us will be asked it, at work, on a date, at a party: “So, tell me about yourself...”.

On a date, it’s not a good idea to talk negatively about yourself right from the beginning. (ADOBE STOCK)
On a date, it’s not a good idea to talk negatively about yourself right from the beginning. (ADOBE STOCK)
In an episode of The Office, Dwight bungles his interview when he starts describing himself too much.
In an episode of The Office, Dwight bungles his interview when he starts describing himself too much.
In an interview, often it’s not so much about what you say but how well you say it. (ADOBE STOCK)
In an interview, often it’s not so much about what you say but how well you say it. (ADOBE STOCK)
In How Do You Know (2010), Lisa is turned off when George, whom she’s just met, wants to rant.
In How Do You Know (2010), Lisa is turned off when George, whom she’s just met, wants to rant.
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