The biggest blunder in answering ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ question in a job interview. Hiring coach reveals

Coal India incorporates subsidiary to set up coal-to-synthetic natural gas biz

The biggest blunder in answering ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ question in a job interview. Hiring coach reveals

"The biggest blunder candidates make when answering 'Tell Me About Yourself' is focusing on irrelevant personal details," says career expert.

The classic 'Tell Me About Yourself' question can be tricky to navigate in a job interview. While it provides an excellent opportunity to highlight relevant skills and experiences, candidates often commit a big blunder by veering off track.

According to hiring coach and career expert, Mais Ribak, the biggest blunder is focusing on irrelevant personal details.

"I often see candidates get caught up in sharing interesting tidbits of their lives that ultimately don't serve the purpose of the interview," says Ribak. "For example, they might tell me about their hobbies, family members, or travel experiences."

While such stories can be engaging, they don't help the interviewer understand why the candidate is the best fit for the role.

"It's crucial to remember that the interviewer wants to learn about your professional journey and how it aligns with the open position," emphasizes Ribak.

To avoid this common error, candidates should concentrate on a brief professional narrative that spans no more than 1-2 minutes.

"Highlight 2-3 key skills or experiences from your past roles that directly relate to the job description and the company's values," advises Ribak.

For instance, if applying for a marketing role at a company known for innovation, candidates could share an instance where they spearheaded a creative initiative that generated significant results.

"Keep the stories concise, impactful, and relevant to the role and company. This will leave a lasting impression and leave the interviewer eager to learn more."

By focusing on professional experiences and demonstrating a clear understanding of the company's needs, candidates can significantly increase their chances of landing the job.

As Ribak concludes, "avoid focusing on irrelevant personal details and instead craft a professional narrative that highlights your value proposition as an employee."

The original article can be found on Mais Ribak's LinkedIn post.

Coal India incorporates subsidiary to set up coal-to-synthetic natural gas biz

Coal India Ltd (NSE:500100) has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary to carry out the production of synthetic natural gas (SNG) from coal, the company said in a filing on Thursday.

The new subsidiary, named "Coal India SynFuels," will be tasked with setting up a 100 MW coal-to-SNG pilot project at an initial stage, aiming for an annual output of about 0.38 billion cubic meters of SNG.

The initiative is in response to the government's push for reducing dependence on natural gas imports and exploring alternative fuel technologies.

The move comes as part of a broader strategy by Coal India to diversify its operations and contribute to the country's energy transition goals.

The company, the world's largest coal miner, is also investing in other low-emission technologies, such as coal-to-methanol conversion and carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS).

The development of coal-to-SNG technology is expected to take several years, and the first batches of SNG are not likely to hit the market before 2026.

The SNG produced by Coal India SynFuels will be used to generate electricity and heat, and it can also be injected directly into the existing natural gas pipeline network.

The initiative is part of the Modi government's plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.

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