Recruitment Advice

What motivates you? A question that will probably rear its ugly head in any interview you attend. If you are applying for a job in a call centre for example and the thought of constantly picking up the phone all day isn’t something that is going to motivate you, then don’t say it will! There is no right and wrong answer for this question, it is just for the interviewer to find out and understand the key to you being successful in your new role.

Your response should be based on your background and experiences and is a chance for you to share what you liked best about your job.

Here are some examples for you to have a look at:

• I was responsible for a number of projects where i directed development teams. These teams achieved 100% on time delivery of our products. I was motivated by both the challenge of finishing all the projects ahead of schedule and by managing the teams that achieved their goals.
• I have always been motivated to do well in any job i have taken on. I want to excel in my role for both my satisfaction and my employers.
• I have spent my career in sales where i have been set targets and have been commission based. The targets and compensation have always been a strong factor in motivating me to be the top sales consultant in my team.

If you are due to attend an interview in the near future then make sure you take my advice on board. Good Luck!