2195. Why are you currently looking for a new opportunity?

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Can you tell me what motivates your search for a new opportunity at this time?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Self-awareness : You need to show that you have a clear understanding of your own career goals and aspirations.

  • 2. Communication : You must articulate your reasons clearly and professionally, avoiding any negative language about past employers.

  • 3. Career planning : Demonstrate that you are proactive in managing your career path and seeking opportunities that align with your growth.

  • 4. Honesty : Being genuine about your reasons will help establish trust and show your integrity.

Purpose
  • 1. Motivation Assessment : To understand what motivates your job search and whether those motivators align with the role and company culture.

  • 2. Cultural Fit Evaluation : To see if your reasons for seeking a new opportunity suggest you will be a good fit with the company’s culture and values.

  • 3. Future Planning : To gauge whether you have a thoughtful career trajectory in mind that fits with the potential growth opportunities in the organization.

  • 4. Professionalism Check : To observe how you speak about previous employers and whether you maintain a level of professionalism in discussing your reasons for moving on.


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  • 1. Positive framing : Frame your reasons in a positive light, focusing on seeking growth or new challenges rather than fleeing a bad situation.

  • 2. Connection to role : Connect your search motivation with the specific role you're interviewing for, showing that you've thought about why it’s a good fit.

  • 3. Growth trajectory : Discuss how this move aligns with your long-term career goals and the progression you hope to see.

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Topics: 
Culture Fit
Work Ethic
Roles: 
Customer Delivery Project Manager
Companies: 
Cisco
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