Job Satisfaction

Question 1 of 11
What gives you satisfaction in this particular career?
Answers
1.
I am very satisfied in this career path and I believe it is because I am able to help
people on a daily basis. It is important for me to feel as though I am contributing
to my community and this career certainly generates those feelings.
2.
My satisfaction always comes from a job well done. I am self-led and disciplined so
my satisfaction truly comes from within.
3.
I enjoy helping people, so seeing, or hearing from, a satisfied customer is what
really drives me.
Advice
Job satisfaction is a major factor in whether people stay or leave their employers.
Talk to the interviewer about what satisfies you about your career and why you
continue to stay on this particular path. For example: "I am very satisfied in this
career path and I believe it is because I am able to help people on a daily basis. It
is important for me to feel as though I am contributing to my community and this
career certainly generates those feelings."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know what keeps you happy in your career path.
Question 2 of 11
Tell me about a responsibility in your former or current position that
you really enjoyed.
Answers
1.
In additional to my regular responsibilities, my previous employer also asked me
to be the head of our social committee. This was very exciting for me because I love
to have a workplace where people know each other, are comfortable having a
meaningful conversation, and where everyone can let loose now and then. I
planned 4 social events per year and the turnout was always wonderful. Employee
engagement went up and some very strong connections were made.
2.
In my former position I took on our social media marketing which was a lot of fun.
I was pretty good with it as well!
3.
I was tasked with hosting tours of the facility. My tours included VPs, vendors, and
potential customers. It was really nice learning about our stakeholders while
showing them around.
Advice
Were you asked to take on a particular task, project, or responsibility that gave you
a strong sense of enjoyment? Talk to the interviewer about this particular task and
what it meant to you. For example: "In additional to my regular responsibilities,
my previous employer also asked me to be the head of our social committee. This
was very exciting for me because I love to have a workplace where people know
each other, are comfortable having a meaningful conversation, and where everyone
can let loose now and then. I planned 4 social events per year and the turnout was
always wonderful. Employee engagement went up and some very strong
connections were made."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know about the types of responsibilities that excite
you.
Question 3 of 11
How do you feel about joining a new organization?
Answers
1.
For me, the thought of joining a new organization is very exciting. I am excited
about learning new skills although I am also aware that it will be a lot of hard work.
Overall, I am very enthusiastic about this opportunity.
2.
I am excited and nervous, but I am ready to move on.
Advice
Changing employers can be exciting, scary, and all of the feels wrapped into one
weird emotion. Talk to the interviewer about how you feel regarding this particular
career move. For example: "For me, the thought of joining a new organization is
very exciting. I am excited about learning new skills although I am also aware that
it will be a lot of hard work. Overall, I am very enthusiastic about this opportunity."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know how you're feeling in regards to making a big
change.
Question 4 of 11
How can we motivate you on the job?
Answers
1.
I am best motivated through words of praise and recognition for a job well done. I
do like to know that my efforts are being noticed. In my current position we have
a leader board and I do like that concept because it creates a healthy bit of personal
competition in me as well.
2.
I especially enjoy sales competitions and challenges to earn bonus' and special
gifts.
3.
I am motivated by knowing something about the end customer and being able to
relate to them as a person.
Advice
Every employer should know how each staff member is best motivated. Talk to the
interviewer about the variety of ways in which you are best motivated on the job.
For example: "I am best motivated through words of praise and recognition for a
job well done. I do like to know that my efforts are being noticed. In my current
position we have a leader board and I do like that concept because it creates a
healthy bit of personal competition in me as well."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know how you are best motivated.
Question 5 of 11
Do you prefer to work in a team based position or individually?
Answers
1.
I have found, in the past, that I work best in an individually driven environment;
however, I can certainly be productive in a team based setting as well.
2.
I am a fan of team based positions where everyone has something unique to offer.
It creates a great diversity and generates ideas that may not have occurred in an
individual based work environment.
3.
I can work successfully in either. I am comfortable sharing the workload and
responsibility with others, or hunkering down and getting it all done myself.
Advice
In which situation are you the happiest and most productive? Talk to the
interviewer about your preference when it comes to teamwork or working
individually. Be sure to avoid pigeonholing yourself into one particular scenario
(IE: I only like to work by myself). For example: "I have found, in the past, that I
work best in an individually driven environment; however, I can certainly be
productive in a team based setting as well."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know how to ensure your best productivity.
Question 6 of 11
What kind of people do you enjoy working with?
Answers
1.
I best enjoy working with individuals who are driven, positive, energetic, and take
accountability for their work. I do have the ability to work with a large variety of
individuals; however, these are the ideal traits I would see in future colleagues.
2.
I work best with people who have strong work ethic. Every project goes smoother
when you have dedicated people on your team!
3.
I enjoy working with people who are driven to succeed, but not at the expense of
others. I want to be around people who pick each other up and keep the team
moving.
Advice
Culture fit is a very important factor when looking for a new position. Talk to the
interviewer about the types of personalities that you best work with. Be sure to
remain positive and avoid using this as an opportunity to speak poorly of previous
colleagues. For example: "I best enjoy working with individuals who are driven,
positive, energetic, and take accountability for their work. I do have the ability to
work with a large variety of individuals; however, these are the ideal traits I would
see in future colleagues."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to understand more about your preferred colleagues.
Question 7 of 11
What attracts you the most to this particular position?
Answers
1.
What attracts me most to this position is the fact that your organization puts so
much effort into professional development for your employees. It's really
impressive to me.
2.
This position is very attractive to me because it is an answer to my desire to learn
software ABC while gaining experience in project management.
3.
I like this position because it is role that I know, but in an industry that I am
interested in learning more about.
Advice
The perfect fit needs to go both ways. Assure the interviewer that you see this role
as a strong fit for you and discuss the reasons why. Be specific. For example: "What
attracts me most to this position is the fact that your organization puts so much
effort into professional development for your employees. It's really impressive to
me."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know what you think you will enjoy most in this
particular position.
Question 8 of 11
How do you define success?
Answers
1.
I define success by my ability to reach the goals that are set out for me. On a
personal level, the things I wish to achieve in my life. On a work level, the targets
that are set out for me as well as the professional development that I seek.
2.
I define success by what we achieve as a team. The project, as a whole, needs to
deliver on expectations before I consider the job a success.
3.
I define success by reaching all of my goals and exceeding some.
Advice
What does success mean to you? Tell the interviewer how you see success and be
sure to tie your answer into the success that you plan to bring to this particular
position, should you be offered the role. For example: "I define success by my
ability to reach the goals that are set out for me. On a personal level, the things I
wish to achieve in my life. On a work level, the targets that are set out for me as
well as the professional development that I seek."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know what you view as success.
Question 9 of 11
Describe to me your ideal employer.
Answers
1.
My ideal employer is one that brings charisma and passion to their work. I work
best with organizations who have a penchant for learning and promote their
employees based on performance.
2.
My ideal employer is one that allows me to take the reigns when it comes to
problem solving. I like to be hands on and prefer to work for people who value this
in me.
3.
My ideal employer will trust me to get the job done without standing over my
shoulder or critiquing everything that I do or say.
Advice
A job search isn't just a one sided hunt. You must also feel as though this is a good
fit for yourself. Tell the interviewer what your ideal employer looks like. Be specific
and be sure to keep the conversation positive. Avoid speaking poorly of any
previous managers or organizations. For example: "My ideal employer is one that
brings charisma and passion to their work. I work best with organizations who
have a penchant for learning and promote their employees based on performance."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know what you look for in a potential employer.
Question 10 of 11
What causes you to feel dissatisfied on the job?
Answers
1.
I can feel dissatisfaction on the job when I am not feeling heard or when there is
not a mutual respect among the team members. I work best in more harmonious
situations where there is little drama or gossip.
2.
I have felt dissatisfied on the job when I feel underpaid and overworked. I don't
mind working hard at all but I don't like to feel as though I'm being taken advantage
of.
3.
I feel dissatisfied when I work hard but constantly hit roadblocks. Obstacles
happen, but when you can't get anywhere because there are so many of them, it is
frustrating.
Advice
Everyone will have their own particular triggers that cause them to feel
dissatisfaction on the job. Talk to the interviewer about any factors that may deflate
or discourage you in the workplace. For example: "I can feel dissatisfaction on the
job when I am not feeling heard or when there is not a mutual respect among the
team members. I work best in more harmonious situations where there is little
drama or gossip."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know how to avoid demotivating you on the job.
Question 11 of 11
What is the one thing you would change about this career path if you
could?
Answers
1.
One thing that I would change about this career path, if I could, would be the
amount of apprenticeship hours that it takes to complete your education. I feel that
if more apprenticeship hours were required, it would be easier to find quality and
better equipped staff when hiring.
2.
I have waited many years to find a solid management position in this industry. If I
could change anything about this career path, I would create more opportunities
for growth and advancement for those keen on it.
3.
If I could, I would change the constant low-price battle between competitors. Price
is important to compete, but I feel that quality suffers from it.
Advice
Are there any aspects of this career path that you always said you would change if
you could? Talk to the interviewer about something that you would change - if it
were possible. Be sure to avoid any factors that would create a red flag on the
employers' part (IE: I wish I could work less hours). For example: "One thing that
I would change about this career path, if I could, would be the amount of
apprenticeship hours that it takes to complete your education. I feel that if more
apprenticeship hours were required, it would be easier to find quality and better
equipped staff when hiring."
Objective:
The interviewer would like to know what changes you would make to this career
path if you could.