It’s a common job interview question, and it’s often a difficult one to answer. Much of the time, “Why should we hire you?” is one of the first or last questions asked in a job interview. While it’s almost guaranteed that this question will come up, many people come to interviews unprepared to answer it. There are multiple ways to answer this critical question, but using the three key elements of experience, skillset, and confidence will make navigating this answer a breeze.
Experience
When an interviewer asks, “Why should we hire you?” make a point to speak to your past work experience. Past experience directly impacts what you can do in a future role, so make sure to highlight what you’ve done and why it matters.
For example:
“I have five years of experience working as an account executive and leading a team of four people. I am confident that my past experience working with and managing people has prepared me for a new role as a sales manager.”
Keep this part of your answer short and to the point, as most interviews will dive deeper into your experience at some other point in the interview. As this question normally comes at the start or conclusion of an interview, your answer should either set the stage or act as a conclusion as to why you’re the best candidate for the job. Either way, touching on your past work experience is a must when someone asks why they should hire you.
Hard and Soft Skills
While highlighting work experience is important, so is showcasing your skills. When asked, “Why should we hire you?” make sure that you include examples of both your hard and soft skills. Hard skills are technical skills that you’ve used in past experiences. These can include knowledge of a certain software program, certifications in your area of focus, or the ability to operate certain machinery. Soft skills are skills and attributes needed to be successful in a position. These include skills such as communication, time management, and critical thinking.
Example:
“Based on what I’ve heard, you need someone who can come in and hit the ground running. I have multiple years of experience working with Salesforce and Microsoft Office, so I’m very familiar with your systems. I’ve also developed strong client communication and problem solving skills over the course of my career that would make me a great fit for your team.”
This answer highlights both the hard software skills that the position requires, while also touching on some of the soft skills needed to be successful. Including both your hard and soft skills in your answer will help show why you’re a great fit for a position.
Confidence
This one can be tricky. You want to state your answer confidently, but you don’t want to come across as overly confident or cocky. Hiring managers are looking for someone who is confident and well equipped to do the job, but also humble and willing to learn. Maintaining this balance is extremely important when answering a key question in your job interview.
For example:
“I know that this is a highly sought after position, and I’m sure you’ve spoken with many qualified candidates. What separates me from others is the fact that I not only have a great track record of meeting and exceeding sales quotas, but I’m passionate about the industry and able to speak to the impact that this product can have on client businesses. I’m confident that I possess all the qualities that you are looking for, and I’m ready to start making an impact.”
The example provided lets the interviewer know that this person knows they have competition, but shows what separates them from others and confidently states that they’re the best person for the job. Keeping your tone confident will help you answer this question with ease.
There are many different directions that you can take when asked why someone should hire you, but by touching on your experience, skill sets and stating your answer with confidence, you can ace your next job interview.
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The reason you should hire me, I have 10 plus years of experience with the medical and customer service field, I have a compassionate heart to help others. I am a very dependable person and always strive to learn with an open mind and Outlook for others in there situation to daily adjustments. I’m very prompt and pay attention to detail which makes me hireable for the position.
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Honest, reliable. Sincere. And hard working.
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My education and work experience will make positive contributions to your organization.
I am a continued learner. I am punctual, smart, and a hard worker.
My education and work experience will make positive contributions to your organization.
I am a continued learner. I am punctual, smart, and a hard worker.
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Y’all should hire me because I’m well qualified I’m willing to learn from y’all I have great experience I’m willing to try new things
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Im reliable
Always on time
I’m a hard worker
I master anything I do
And anything I don’t know I’m willing to learn and I’m a quick learner
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hello, very good question. First of all, I don’t hesitate to praise myself, it doesn’t mean that I am arrogant or disrespectful, I think it would be a very nice behavior after being honest and clear. I practice immediately learn and complete the job properly and give my employer a satisfactory job. I hope I’m working with you because I’m honored and proud of it, regards
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I have over five years of experience with customer service. I enjoy helping other and being part of a team.
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I’ve 20 years driving experience in New York City without an accident. And over 15 years with clean record at the taxi and limousine commission TLC. With customer relations.
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Is there room to grow within the company and to further expand your experience and knowledge
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To whom it might concern,
Thank you for taking your time to go over my account. With all the years off experience I have as Customers Service and Accounts Receivables, I will be able to provide full knowledge and customers excellent experience.
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This information has helped tremendously!
Thank you, Mia Taylor
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I am a reliable, team player who seeks ways to accomplish assignments. It’s my duty to uphold the mission of the company and to see the entire unit thrive and be rewarded for great accomplishments.
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Great insight
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I have great experience that the job requires my confidence is great an have great work ethic an I take my employment very serious
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That’s good advice and good coaching to get the job.
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Hey, you are so right, that is and can be a difficult question to answer so thank you for your suggestion in how to answer it. This was certainly beneficial and will use this in my hunt for employment.
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My passion is Healthcare. Whatever we are passionate about, we excel doing. I believe in 3 main qualities for any Healthcare position and they are patience, compassion, and thick skin. I love people and I am driven to help people.
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Im am a hrad worker and I have been waiting for so long to work with this company.
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I am a dedicated employee whom is the first one in and the last one out because I like to ensure that the daily tasks are all completed
I am honest, loyal and committed
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Terrific! One if the best things I’ve read so far today on the net. Simple and all inclusive.
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I am looking for a great, yet fun, exciting opportunity that promotes a promising future of growth within your company where I can utilize my 25 years of knowledge, experience and skills that I have obtained throughout my Healthcare career as a caregiver!! I have always been a people person and a go getter. I am also a quick learner and have always been compassionate about helping others. I feel that I would be a great asset to your establishment. I look forward to the opportunity to become apart of your Medix team.
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I love what I due being a nurse brings my soul joy, companies all medical companies need a competent and prudent knowledgeable nurse .
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I feel I’m going to be asset to your company. I have good work ethic. Im quick to correct any short comings and open to constructive comments. Communication is key and I am completely interested in company moral. Having happy employees makes a happy company. I will dedicate my self to this organization And I will prove to be one of your best employees. As well as a committed nurse with real empathy for the population we serve.
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I would like to work as a Register Medical Assistant for Medix
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While some job applicants may find this line of questioning helpful, I find it to be purposely confrontational and a bit disrespectful from a professional standpoint. Therefore, I choose not to answer your survey questions and only to submit this comment. This inquiry on Medix’s part came across as condescending, and didn’t set the tone for what a potential employer/employee relationship should be.
I wish you luck in finding the right candidate to fit your needs, and rest assured that I will make my feelings known on Glassdoor.com.
Thanks for sharing your feedback, Scott. This article was intended to be a helpful resource for future job interviews, and we apologize if sharing our career advice came across as anything other than helpful. We appreciate you being part of the Medix community!
I want to experience new things and I will I can communicate with customers in good way and will work for company with lawful work
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Very helpful and insightful
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With nearly two decades of experience of working I have been exposed to many people, management styles as well as critical incidents and have learned how to react calmness, integrity and expeditiously to try to reach the quickest and less impactful path to resolution. All of my past experiences has broaden and honed my ability to adapt and work with people of all types of temperaments, abilities and backgrounds by knowing how to communicate without appearing subjective or dismissive.
Working in this industry in a wide array of areas has exposed me to a myriad of software and hardware packages that I’m not intimidated to learn, use or ask questions. By asking I can keep abreast in this ever changing field. In the past I have mentored others and the one I always stressed to them was to not be afraid to say “I don’t know” and ask me anything they did not understand. I ensured myself when teaching or enhancing skill sets to others to do it in a language and manner that made them comfortable learning.
In my personal life I strive to learn something new each day and this bleeds over to my professional life. I believe the top asset I bring to your company is a positive attitude and the sharing of information which, in my opinion, makes the entire team better. No one can improve without information being shared.
Thank you
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I should be hired, because I will make this company better and improve what needs to be managed by following the orders that was giving, even if the oder was for me to come up with a plan of action or policy designed to achieve a major or overall aim. I have made companies achieve the success that it was purposed for. I am also an compassionate strong leader. I will always treat my team / coworker as well as the patients with the highest respect. When I used to manage in New Orleans right before I moved here, I used to basically run the entire business by paying the bills, checking up on maintenance, setting up meetings and making new strategies, handling customer service, and loads of inventory, software like EMR, hyperspace, Microsoft, Excell, Epic etc on the computer for the employees, and this was all for a medical building. I don’t only have management experience and skills but I also have made my way up to management from working hands on with plenty certifications to have hands-on experience working in the fields so I know exactly what my coworkers need to do and I can help them passionately in that way I have CNA CMA EKGs phlebotomy medication distributor and plenty more certifications under my belt. I will not work as a leader blindly I know exactly what has to be done in every position. I work just as good under pressure as an easy-going day. I am very psychological understood by all characters of people. I know how to handle certain situations and very flexible at coming up with solutions. I moved to Colorado to branch off my management and leadership skills to help improve companies here at my new home town. Thank you from hearing me out. I’ve been here for a month and now settled in and ready to take on my destined career. I will impact good and wonders with a great company soon. I would prefer to be with this corporation.
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I am qualified for the position
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I have good communicating skills with people. I love to help anyway I can that productive. Im a fast learner.I like to do my job at a 100% .Being a team player makes your job run smoothly. I also reliable and be willing to stay over if needed to get the job completed.Im a very organized worker who has OCD with cleaning.Im good at problem solving if needed.
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Great advice
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“Honestly, I possess all the skills and experience that you’re looking for. I’m pretty confident that I am the best candidate for this job role. It’s not just my background in the past projects, but also my people skills, which will be applicable in this position.
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I feel I am a great hire because I am a hard worker and I love to learn new things I currently do medical billing for another company I key charges and I used to do account research
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i bring in 10 years experience, in the Medical Field, as a Medical Collection Specialist
with Honesty, Hardworking, Punctual, & Accountability.
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Hello, I am currently searching for an immediate Epic Bridges position, preferably at least near 100% remote.
I have most of my past 17 years of healthcare interface HL7 experience with Epic.
I’m on my 7th conversion with them and also have done 5 real time projects.
I am available immediately with many references, including management from my current project (ending soon but available immediately since no analysis left, only data loads I can do in the evenings and weekends mostly)
I am generally available right now if you would like to talk.
Thank you,
Bill Schuster
720-635-1280
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I have 20 years experience driving yellow taxi in NYC without accident . About 15 years without any customer complaint to TLC (Taxi and Limousine Commission) . I have a good customer relation . reliable and trustworthy.
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Thank you so much it help
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You should certainly hire me because I would be a great asset to your company.I believe In order for a company to succeed it would take communication skills, along with analytical and organizational skills that help a business be successful .
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I’m sure Medix want the right people for this job and I’m the right person. Because of my prior experience and continued services in similar positions makes me the most qualified person for this job.
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I have over 28 years of experience, great qualifications.
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I am a passionate leader who loves to serve and empower people to develop their potential. I am committed continue improvement on personal and professional areas.
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Good Evening thank you for reaching out I love healthcare because I love working with people
I love being a source of knowledge and in some cases Source of solace There’s no other industry that I would rather be in
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I have 30 years management with billion dollar company’s. I am number 1
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Awesome!👏🏽
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I work as store manager in the retail field since 2010 in El hokair group
Retail group Egypt in different brands
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I have over 50 years experience in customer service
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I been doing this job for a long time..I love teamwork and helping others..I love to work most of all I love money
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Thank you , very helpful
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I think I should be hired because I am a trustworthy, reliable worker who learns quickly, and is very respectful and generous of others. I go above and beyond to receive my work goals and outside work goals. I would
love to add more knowledge to the books.
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Eric Barbao
Phone: 949-300-3992 Email: tide79@cox.net
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/eric-barbao-2188287b________________________________________
Director of Sales
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am submitting my resume for your perusal and favorable consideration for the post of in your organization.
I am an Optimistic, well organized, enthusiastic leader with excellent academic credentials & Strong analytical mindset. I have 33+ years of experience in the role of Director of Sales, National Director of Sales, Corporate Sales Manager, Company Sales Manager, etc. and Still growing across global Implementations.
I have consistently supported my team during the most complex crisis and pressure. I have strong knowledge in Sales, Marketing, Business Development, and B2B Sales and Profit and loss responsibility, etc.
A tour through my enclosed resume will introduce you to the information I value in my credentials, and you’d find the perfect candidate for the role. I would very much appreciate it that you take the time to study my credentials and experience. I hope that you’ll find my background, interests, and character intriguing enough to warrant a face-to-face meeting. I am confident that as a member of your team, I can offer value to your organization.
My warm regards for your valuable time spent and Awaiting positively.
Sincerely,
Eric Barbao.
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I am a highly motivated Rn with greater than 35 + years of nursing experience . I am very dedicated to my profession and driven to provide a high standard of care to my clients . Nursing is a passion and I believe every one one who comes across my path deserves respect, excellence in care to promote the best outcomes.Patient education to patients and families is key .
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thank you, for a great advice, but nobody asked me those question, why should they hire me? I represent according to my resume.But thank you for future reference who knows those tips are helpful.I am very confident myself.I always ready learn new strategies that’s impact in my future opportunity job position.Thank you.
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I have over ten years of customer service and four years experience with medical insurance. I understand medical insurance policies and details that customers and patients ask questions about that I could help with because of my knowledge gained over the phones with CVS, Wave Healthcare and in clinic with United Allergy services, working hands on with insurances. By doing this it has given me knowledge with EMR systems, Salesforce, Microsoft Office, CMS, Marx, and also general office etiquette; emails, scheduling, meetings, phone calls, etc. I do enjoy helping people and if I’m allowed into the company I feel that my experience, great customer service, and positive attitude can add benefit to your team.
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I know that this is a highly sought after position, and I’m sure you’ve spoken with many more qualified candidates than me. What I feel that separates me from others is the fact that I not only have alot of experience in this field and working with in customer service and I’m passionate about being able to speak with Members to Ensure that all customer needs and problems are properly communicated and managed in a way that maintains great customer relationships. I’m confident that I possess all the qualities that you are looking for, and I’m ready to participate in the discovery and resolution of root cause for recurring issues.
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Interested in this employment
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You should hire me because I work hard and I am dedicated to helping others and leading a group of team. I am willing to learn from other people as well and willing to Grow . I love to show leader ship and I also will be a great candidate because I have a lot of skill level, such as communication.
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Great information, keep it coming !
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I am a hard worker, enjoy doing the best that I can do, try to strive to be the best when it comes to Customer Service. I am a Team Player but I can also work alone. I have microsoft Office experience,along with 10 key. Received an award for being an Over achiever at my last employer.
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Please consider my Profile for the above mentioned post I have diversified experience in the field of Accounts , Finance , Budgeting , Internal control, Compliance, Internal Auditing (Financial / Operational), including 3 years in UAE. Excellent knowledge of International Standards for the practice of Internal Auditing , IFRS , Secretarial Practice and Compliance Regulations ,Proficient with computer programs including MS Office and Financial Software like Peachtree , Quick-Book and Dac-Easy Accounting. Sound time management skills Ability to compute, summarize and aggregate Special Financial Reporting , Presentation Skills and Internal Audit Reports as well, Ability to Develop, Administer, Monitor Practice Manual of Accounting as well as Internal Auditing. Ability to work on Management Forms related to Manufacturing concern , also worked in capacity of Chief Internal Auditor and Secretary Audit Committee in public listed company my name is appearing in 2009 Financials of Allied Rental Modaraba((CATERPILLAR) major responsibility is to designing of Internal Audit Practice Manual, conducting Internal Audit meeting , “Administratively “reporting to CEO and “Functionally” reporting to Audit Committee , frequent traveling to North and Central Region for Routine and Special Audits. Traveling is no issue.
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Greetings.
I’m looking for job I’m working at five Star Hotel as laundry manager but at the moment I’m jobless can you help me my job.
Regards.
Muhammad Zubair
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My name is omanakuttan sathyan I am Tig & Arc and automatic welder. I have 18 years experience in offshore and onshore project.
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I am Aklilu Zawga from Ethiopia but I daunted because I saw such kinds of things for a long time recurrently. But let me know I am registered nurse how can I help and how can you help me ????
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I’m interested in the medical assistant position
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I’m a multidisciplinary biologist
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I am a great customer service representative great with detail and have a great personality and a good Stewart of time keeping.
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Hi there, yes the questions why should I hire you do tend to make an applicant uneasy. My response to that question is simple I have a wealth of knowledge and skills in my field, I am an ardent professional that has dedicated much of my career to working for and with people. I have spent many years developing my experience, skills and vernacular in this field. Thus l believe I would be an excellent addition to your team, given the opportunity.
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I should be hired cause I have great work ethics
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It’s very helpful to me and with this I can answer any questions of such thanks.
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I have more than 4 years of experience in Health Insurance verification and Authorization process. I already know the system that will be used for the job, I am bilingual and multitask.
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Hi my name is Rebecca, I am confident that with my experience I will be a plus to the company. I am also bi-lingual and able to speak Spanish very well. Have work with people that are hard to deal with but away try my best to clam the situation and assist where I am able. Have lots of customer service experience beside other jobs. Thank you.
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Dear H.R. Manager
I’m a creative, open-minded, energetic and active man that loves growing.
I have had a computer since my childhood and I was a computer programmer.
I was involved in insurance when I was a university student (24 years ago) and I established my insurance agency company without money in 2000 just by my effort.
Now for the years my company is one of the best insurance agency companies in Iran (officially rank-one) and we offer service to international companies in the wide range of polices and I have 20 years of golden experience in management.
I’ll try to become one of the good employees (And One of the best managers of your company in the future) because I believe in my abilities.
Please save my information in your talent list as manager for now or in the future and I’m ready to relocate to all states that you may need if you became my visa sponsor.
Bests
Mehdi Hakimi
Mobile and WhatsApp : +989124138231
Skype: bimehhakimi
Website address is : http://www.iraninsuranceint.com/
My LinkedIn Address https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehdi-hakimi-44403485
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I am seeking stable employment with benefits if possible. I have soft skills and am comfortable with the phone.
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Enjoyed learning great tips on interviews, and I’m excited to realize I have a natural balance of intelligence and common sense. Thank you this tutorial, Jennifer Venrick
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I have served my community and the nation as a Registered Nurse for 29 years. I enjoy caring for others with reservation or bias protocols. I am a great team player, and my model is; Team must work together so that our patients can receive quality nursing care.
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I am a medical laboratory technican with BTM degree
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am machine operator in pharmaceutical company as a tablet machine
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Thanks good advice
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I am only looking for remote employment.
Are you hiring for remote work?
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i’m interested medical assistant position.
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Yes all of.these are wonderful tools however as a seasoned nurse with a bsn in a desprite market the question is whar can you do for. Me? In thw 42nd lowest paid state in the country where it is not cheap to live anywhere in Iowa at this time. So the question is what are you going to pay to keep me here? At the moment travel nursing is the best paid deal for nurses at all levels! And many agree w your new payment standards!
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