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If you could start your career over again, what direction would you take?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
A hiring manager will be able to tell a lot about your personality by learning about your other career interests. If you could do anything over, what would you do, and why?
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I certainly do not regret the direction I have taken my career; however, if I had to start over in a new direction completely I would likely pursue my Degree in Education and become a teacher. Both of my parents were teachers, and they seemed to have a very fulfilling career. I enjoy coaching and leading others so, any tasks in my current career that related to these skills, are very welcome."
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I do not regret the direction my career has taken so far; however, if I started all over again, I would take a career path that would entail pursuing my passion a lot sooner, like applying for a flight attendant job which had always been a passion of mine.
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This example is great as it's easy for anyone to relate, while maintaining a positive tone, and tying back into the role at the end. Very well done.
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I do not regret where my career has taken me, but if I were to start all over again, I would pursue my dreams a lot sooner.
Amanda's Feedback
I can see where you're headed, but this answer can benefit from more specificity. Take this opportunity to relate the specific changes you would make in your career journey if you were able to go back and start over. Would you pursue a specific degree? Would you join a specific field earlier? Would you have liked to gain specific skills or experience at another point in your journey?
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