Ex-Google recruiter: You're answering 'Tell me about yourself?' all wrong, and other job interview mistakes—do this instead

Former Google recruiter Farah Sharghi says job seekers routinely mishandle the "Tell me about yourself" prompt and other interview staples, and she recommends reframing answers around the employer's needs rather than a personal career history. She also advises turning informal coffee chats into concrete introductions and interviews instead of letting them end as casual conversation. The guidance matters as hiring remains selective and candidates face stiff competition for open roles. Sharghi's core message is that preparation and deliberate follow-up distinguish candidates who advance from those who stall.