esson: Introducing Yourself – Gathering vs. Interview
Mantra: Context → Content → Tone
1. Casual Gathering (Informal)
Context: Friends, parties, networking events
Content: Name + short personal info + interest/hobby
Tone: Friendly, relaxed
Example Dialogue:
You: “Hi, I’m Mohan. I work at Speedwings Aviation Academy. I love flying and learning languages.”
New Friend: “Oh, that’s interesting! I’ve always wanted to learn flying.”
You: “Yeah, it’s fun! Maybe we can try a trial lesson sometime.”
Key Points:
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Keep it short and friendly.
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Include hobby or interest to spark conversation.
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Smile and maintain eye contact.
2. Formal Interview
Context: Job or professional interview
Content: Name + current role/experience + achievements + career goal
Tone: Confident, professional
Example Dialogue:
Interviewer: “Tell me about yourself.”
You: “My name is Mohan. I’m a Business Development Executive at Speedwings Aviation Academy, where I’ve helped increase enrollments by 25% over the past year. I’m passionate about aviation training and am looking to contribute my skills to a larger organizational role.”
Interviewer: “That’s impressive. Can you elaborate on your sales strategy?”
Key Points:
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Focus on professional background and achievements.
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Keep it concise, clear, and confident.
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Avoid casual hobbies unless relevant.
Comparison Table (for quick memory)
Aspect | Gathering | Interview |
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Tone | Friendly, casual | Formal, professional |
Content | Name + hobby/interests | Name + role + achievements |
Length | Short (20–30 sec) | Detailed (45–60 sec) |
Goal | Spark conversation | Impress & show competence |