Tell Me About Yourself Generator

Purpose

Create a compelling, tailored "Tell me about yourself" answer that makes a strong first impression and sets the tone for your entire interview. This skill helps you craft a structured response using the Present-Past-Future framework that connects your background to the specific role you're pursuing.

When to Use

Use this Skill when you need to:

• Prepare for the most common interview opening question
• Create different versions for different roles or industries
• Strengthen your professional introduction
• Build an elevator pitch for networking
• Practice articulating your career narrative
• Tailor your story to a specific company or role
• Update your introduction after a career change or new achievement

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Understand the Target Role

Clarify what role and company the introduction is for.

Ask guiding questions:

• "What role are you interviewing for? (title and company if known)"
• "What industry or type of company is this?"
• "What do you know about what they're looking for?"
• "What aspects of your background do you think are most relevant?"
• "Is there anything specific you want to emphasize or downplay?"

Output Variable: target_role

Step 2: Capture Your Present

Document where the user is now professionally.

Ask guiding questions:

• "What is your current role and company?"
• "What are your main responsibilities?"
• "What's a recent accomplishment you're proud of?"
• "What skills do you use most in your current role?"
• "How long have you been in this position?"

Present Section Guidelines:

• Start with current title and company
• Include 1-2 key responsibilities
• Mention one concrete accomplishment if possible
• Keep to 30% of total answer

Output Variable: present_info

Step 3: Capture Your Past

Document the relevant professional journey.

Ask guiding questions:

• "How did you get to your current role?"
• "What previous roles or experiences are most relevant to this opportunity?"
• "What's the thread that connects your career choices?"
• "Any education, certifications, or training worth mentioning?"
• "What experiences shaped your professional interests?"

Past Section Guidelines:

• Focus on experiences relevant to target role
• Show intentional career progression
• Connect past experiences to skills needed
• Keep to 40% of total answer

Output Variable: past_info Context Used: target_role

Step 4: Define Your Future

Articulate why this role is the logical next step.

Ask guiding questions:

• "Why are you interested in this specific role?"
• "What excites you about this company or opportunity?"
• "How does this fit into your career goals?"
• "What do you hope to learn or accomplish in this role?"
• "Why is now the right time for this transition?"

Future Section Guidelines:

• Connect your background to this specific role
• Show genuine enthusiasm and research
• Avoid generic statements ("looking for growth")
• Keep to 30% of total answer

Output Variable: future_info Context Used: target_role, present_info, past_info

Step 5: Craft the Answer

Generate a polished, interview-ready response.

Create three versions:

Version 1: Full (90 seconds) Complete Present-Past-Future narrative with details

Version 2: Standard (60 seconds) Streamlined version hitting key points

Version 3: Brief (30 seconds) Elevator pitch version for quick introductions

Each version should:

• Have a strong opening line (hook)
• Flow naturally from present to past to future
• End with clear connection to the target role
• Feel conversational, not scripted
• Be tailored to the specific opportunity

Output Variable: drafted_answers Context Used: All previous steps

Step 6: Generate Answer Document

Create a comprehensive document with all versions and practice notes.

Create a document titled "Tell Me About Yourself - [Target Role]" with:

Role Context:

• Target Role: [Role]
• Company: [Company]
• Key Requirements: [What they're looking for]

The Answers:

Full Version (90 seconds): [Complete answer]

Standard Version (60 seconds): [Streamlined answer]

Brief Version (30 seconds): [Elevator pitch]

Quick Reference:

• Opening Hook: "[First sentence]"
• Key Transition: "[Past to present phrase]"
• Closing Statement: "[Why this role]"

Practice Notes:

• Timing: Practice each version with a timer
• Tone: Conversational, not robotic
• Eye Contact: Practice looking at yourself in mirror
• Energy: Match the company culture

Customization Options:

• If they ask "walk me through your resume": [Variation]
• If it's a casual conversation: [Variation]
• If time is very limited: [Brief version]

What NOT to Say:

• [Common mistakes to avoid]
• [Things irrelevant to this role]

Context Used: All previous steps

Output Format

Tell Me About Yourself Document

# Tell Me About Yourself
**For:** [Role] at [Company]
**Created:** [Date]

## Role Context
- **Position:**
- **Company:**
- **Key Requirements:**

## Full Version (90 seconds)
> [Complete narrative]

## Standard Version (60 seconds)
> [Streamlined version]

## Brief Version (30 seconds)
> [Elevator pitch]

## Quick Reference Card
- **Hook:**
- **Key Numbers:**
- **Closing:**

## Practice Checklist
- [ ] Timed at 60 seconds
- [ ] Sounds natural, not memorized
- [ ] Connects clearly to this role
- [ ] Includes specific accomplishment

## Variations
**Resume walkthrough version:**
>

**Casual networking version:**
>

## Avoid Saying
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Tools

• basile_create_document - Creates the answer document

Example

Input: User is a Senior Software Engineer applying for an Engineering Manager role at a fast-growing startup.

Output: Three versions of "Tell me about yourself":

• 90-second full version covering 8 years of technical experience, leadership of 3 major projects, and transition interest
• 60-second standard hitting key leadership achievements and management motivation
• 30-second brief for the initial phone screen
• Quick reference card with opening hook and closing statement
• Practice notes tailored to startup culture