Where do you see yourself five years from now?
Interviewing and on-boarding is a costly and time-consuming process for Qatar Airways and your interviewer is simply looking to find out if their initial investment in you would pay off in the end. Ideally, they'll be looking to hear that you want your career to grow and thrive with their organization.
"I am looking for a long-term fit in my next position. As you can see, I had strong progress and career growth in my previous company. I would love to see the same success at Qatar Airways as part of your cabin crew team. If hired, you'll quickly find out that I am a natural leader among my peers."
"Ideally, five years from now, I would love to see myself growing into a more prominent leadership role with Qatar Airways. My career interests align very nicely with your company's goals, which helps me to see a great long-term fit here."
Prior to your interview, be sure to take a look at the career growth options at Qatar Airways and how these could fit into your long-term goals. If any of these stand out to you, it's a great idea to mention them to the interviewer explicitly. Your expressed interest in those particular internal opportunities will solidify the fact that you are, indeed, seeking a long-term fit with Qatar Airways. If you feel that the job you are interviewing for is a long-term fit for you and your goals, be ready to reiterate that fact to your interviewer.
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Anonymous Answer
In five years, I see myself working for a multicultural company and appointed as a Senior Manager. I believe I possess many leadership qualities that will be best utilized in that role. I will be living another goal of mine, traveling while working.
Lauren's Feedback
Great answer! I included leadership, so that your interviewer notices your desire to move up. Your affinity of traveling while working is another great trait that makes you a strong candidate.
In five years, I see myself working for a multicultural company and appointed as a Senior Manager. I believe I possess many leadership qualities that will be best utilized in that role. Additionally, I still see myself traveling while working. It is an aspect of my current work that I love and would like to continue.
Anonymous Answer
I would like to have grown into a trusted senior team member and taken on more responsibility.
Rachelle's Feedback
The interviewer should appreciate that you have your sights set on being a senior team member, down the road. If you can give a specific job title or function, that would make your answer even stronger.
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