# How to Answer the Tell Me About Yourself Question

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Published: 2026-06-16T16:06:17+00:00
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## Resource

In Episode 56 of Interview Prep with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna tackle the most common interview opener: 'Tell me about yourself.' They break down why most candidates waste this moment and how to structure a tight, compelling 90-second answer using the 'past-present-future' framework. Lucas walks through a real example for a marketing manager role, and Luna points out the biggest mistakes she sees as a former hiring manager. They also discuss how to tailor the response for different company cultures, from startups to corporate. If you want a script that actually works in interviews, this episode gives you a concrete template you can adapt tonight. #TellMeAboutYourself #InterviewTips #InterviewPrep #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #HiringManager #BehavioralInterview #InterviewQuestion #JobInterview #CareerDevelopment #LucasAndLuna #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Careers #InterviewStrategy #ElevatorPitch #NarrativeFramework #ProfessionalGrowth Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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