General Electric Mock Interview
Practice 40 General Electric interview questions covering leadership, innovation, and engineering excellence.
Question 13 of 40
Have you ever taken a role in a company that didn't fit into your long-term career plans?
How to Answer
Example Answer
Example Answer 2
Community Answers
Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
Most people have taken on a position that was not a fit for them. It's best to openly discuss any positions you have held that were not a fit. This will assist the interviewer in properly placing you within their organization. End your answer on a positive note by discussing how you bounced back from the misstep.
Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"Yes; you will see that from March to May 2007, I held a role as Executive Business Development Manager with Company XYZ. This particular role was not what I expected and had little to do with management and more to do with cold-calling C-suite-level clients. This didn't nurture my plan to grow the management side of my career, so I resigned after two months. Luckily, I landed a wonderful job immediately after and grew with that company for the next six years."
Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"Fortunately, no. I have been very conscious of the changes and moves I have made in my career so far. I would rather have a period of unemployment than choose the wrong employer."
Interview Coach
Jaymie
A real coach, not AI. I read every answer myself and write back with personalized feedback.
Typically responds within 24 hours.
0 - Character Count
Unlock All 40 General Electric Questions
Prepare for GE's rigorous technical and behavioral interview process with expert guidance.
Get StartedJump to Question
