44 What Makes You Unique?
When interviewers ask you to tell them what makes you unique, they try to get deeper into your character and personality. You want to know what skills and qualities you value in yourself and what is important to you in connection with the position you are applying for. Interviewers also use this one of the most common interview question to find out how creative a candidate is.
Possible answer for “What makes you unique?”:
“My ability to easily empathize and connect with people makes me unique. This skill helped me find new clients in my previous role as an account manager. Because I was able to identify and understand their pain points and issues quickly, I built trust and relationships.”
Tips for answering the question “What makes you unique?”:
- Include skills and personal attributes that are relevant to the position.
- Review the job description to tailor your response to what is most appealing to the employer.
- Recognize your most popular character traits.
What mistakes should not be made when answering the question “What makes you unique?”:
- Giving an answer that contradicts what the company is looking for.
- Incorrectly answer to impress the interviewer. You will be recognized, so ensure your answer is honest.
- Too short or too long explanations.
