SELF INTRODUCTION | How to Introduce Yourself in English | Tell Me About Yourself Interview Answer

 In this lesson from Englopak, we explore one of the most commonly asked—and often most dreaded—questions in English conversations and interviews: “Tell me about yourself.” Whether you're preparing for a job interview, joining a new class, attending a networking event, or simply meeting new people, being able to confidently and clearly introduce yourself is a vital skill.

Let's breaks down the essential parts of a self-introduction, from greetings and names to talking about your location, job, studies, hobbies, and even fun facts. She explains the difference between formal and informal language, common mistakes to avoid, and how to tailor your introduction to suit different situations. The goal? To help you build a smooth, natural-sounding introduction in just a couple of sentences—one that you can confidently use anywhere.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll have all the tools you need to write and memorize your own personalized self-introduction in English.

🔹 Basic Structure of a Self-Introduction

1. Greeting
• Formal: Hello, good morning/afternoon/evening
• Informal: Hi, hey, What’s up? Hiya, You (region-dependent)
2. Name
• I’m Lucy. / I am Lucy.
• My name is Lucy. (better for phone calls or audio introductions)
• This is Lucy. (e.g., on stage or over the phone)
3. Location
• I’m from Bedfordshire.
• I come from India.
• I was born in France but raised in Sweden.
• I grew up in LA but now live in New York.
• I’ve been living in London for three years.
4. Occupation/Study
• I work at Google / I work for Amazon.
• I’m a manager at Starbucks.
• I work in sales / I work as an accountant.
• I’m about to graduate / I’m a marketing graduate.
• I have a BA in History / I’m currently taking a course in Physics.
5. Experience
• I have three years of experience in accounting.
• I’ve worked in marketing for five years.
6. Family (optional)
• I’m from a family of four.
• I’m one of three siblings.
• I’m an only child.
7. Hobbies
• I really enjoy hiking.
• I’m a keen tennis player.
• I’m a big fan of photography.
8. Age (optional)
• I’m 25 years old. / I’m 25.
• I’m in my mid-30s.
• She’s a 20-something graduate.
9. Fun Fact (optional)
• Something unusual or interesting about you (e.g., a talent, pet, fear, or achievement).

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✨ Example of a Condensed Self-Introduction

Greeting:
Good morning, everyone.

Flowing Introduction (2 sentences):
My name’s Lucy and I’m a 25-year-old marketing graduate from Bedfordshire. I now work as an English teacher and I’m a big fan of running and fitness classes.