QUESTION 2 OF 35

What inspired you to apply for this position at Humana?

The interviewer is looking to hear what in particular has led you to apply. Pick out exciting elements from the job post and the parts about the company you love from your research and show enthusiasm and passion in your answer.

"I applied for this position at Humana because I want to make navigating health insurance easier for everybody. I saw that this is one of your strategic initiatives, and I could truly make an impact in this role."

"I wasn't actively looking for new roles, but after reading the job ad for this role, I felt like I couldn't pass it up. It sounds like an exciting adventure into some new spaces for the company, and I love building new programs and systems."

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Anonymous Answer

I applied for this position because I want to help people live healthier lives. I saw that this is one of your initiatives and it aligns with the personal goals I have set for my own life. I believe this position would be an excellent opportunity to quickly make a positive impact on the impressive number of members you serve.

Chad's Feedback

Great response! It is a good approach to align the organization's values/initiatives with your own personal and professional values, and you sound enthusiastic about the opportunity.

Anonymous Answer

Sense covid and being laid off from my job working as a dental specialist, which I have to admit that it was bittersweet because I was tired and I believe that I had lost the stomach for the job, so I decided to work different kinds of jobs, When I first started in the Medical insurance field I was very proud that the job and the service that I was able to provide and after years I don't think I loved it as much, But every job that I have had since Covid have been helping people and still in the healthcare industry. I love helping the member and because I am a member, I can relate to their needs be at times I have the same needs. I know that Humana will perfect platform for those who need me.

Marcie's Feedback

Nice! Your answer is very sincere and honest, which the interviewer will appreciate. Consider leaving out the parts about feeling tired and losing a stomach for your last job because you don't want to give the interviewer the impression that this will happen again if they hire you. Instead, focus on all of the positives about the new job (like helping others and being able to empathize because you're a member too) and make that the main reason for why you're interviewing for this position. See below for another way you can rephrase this answer:

During the pandemic, I had time to think about my priorities. I realized that it's important to me that my job aligns with my passions, which include helping others. I'm also passionate about the healthcare industry but want to move on from the medical insurance field in particular which doesn't excite me in the same way anymore. I wanted to apply to this specific position because I'm personally a member of your company so I know that I will be able to relate to and help the other members who call in with questions and concerns. After all, at times I have the same needs as them! I'm confident that my friendly and helpful personality will allow me to shine in this role, and I'm excited to start this new stage in my life.

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