Am going to attend a job interview soon, but this question seems to be kinda hard to conquer, any ideas?
THX!
2006-12-17 09:29:45 · 12 answers · asked by Jamie J 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
This is a personal question, but there are a few generic guidelines. I always say that my motivation is to grow in the company and be successful. The truth is, we all want to be successful, so this is very generic, but it's also true for me as an individual.
You may have other motivations - children, family, to become the first female president, who knows? But the thing is - an employer wants to hear that you WANT to be successful. They want you to say "I want to be an integral part of a successful team." "I want to help my company, my community, and my colleagues in whatever way I can - whether it be helping with a project, a charitable event, or just helping format a spreadsheet - I want to a a part of something successful."
I know, it's kind of goofy, but I hope it's true of you too! You do want all of these things, right? If so, say them without regret, and with confidence.
2006-12-17 09:49:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must be VERY young. You look at the job you are interviewing for and what type of company you would be working for. Find out what their goals are and what kind of people work there. Your motivation would be different with every job interview.
Please don't tell them you want to be president of the company.
Base your motivation around them. Honestly, money is my motivation. I told my boss that after I had been with the company for many years and she thought I was terrible for saying that. I was being honest. They don't like that.
SEE THE GUY ABOVE ME. HE IS THE IDIOT FROM YESTERDAY. THE MAN.......................
If I knew job and company I could help you more.
2006-12-17 09:45:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have you researched/investigated the facts and information on the company you are applying to?
Work the details into ur reply like.......
Mr.______, I know _____ based on my research, the company is well known for its products & sales revenue data for 2006 and I feel I could help provide a valuable contribution as your employee to increase the # of items sold, as well as provide excellent customer service based on my specific qualifications & previous work experience.
Not knowing the position ur appyling for, that's bout all I can contribute....Good Luck..Smile, stay confident & you'll surely be hired!!
2006-12-17 09:40:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It seems the sort of question only you can give a custom, personal response to. ARE you motivated in this job category/profession?
2006-12-17 09:32:22 · answer #4 · answered by martino 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i always say what motivates me is giving myself goals to conquer. that way u can also talk about how you are a goal-oriented person. Employers like to hear crap like that.
good luck @ your interview, you'll do fine...
2006-12-17 09:32:30 · answer #5 · answered by Joey (f) 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell them you'd like to go as far in the company as possible. Even to the point of President someday...
2006-12-17 09:32:04 · answer #6 · answered by capnemo 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
my grandmothers last words were, "I want you to become the best damn blank ever" that is my motivation
make up a story like this and fluff it up some and it will look good in an interview.
2006-12-17 09:38:51 · answer #7 · answered by outbaksean 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2006-12-17 09:36:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 3⤋
earning a good name and decent salary
2006-12-17 14:06:51 · answer #9 · answered by cvrk3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"my motivation is personal ambition for success"
that is the all-purpose answer
2006-12-17 09:32:33 · answer #10 · answered by The Ascending Serpent 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋