How to Answer: What work situations excite and motivate you?
7. What work situations excite and motivate you?
How to Answer
The interviewer would like to know how to motivate you on the job. It is essential, for your success, that the hiring manager knows how to keep you motivated and excited to come to work every day. Share with the interviewer what they could do to ensure that you are happy and productive.
Answer Example
"I am most motivated, on the job, when tasks remain organized, and the vibe is positive. I value strong teamwork and good leadership."
Admin
"Paving new paths and creating structures to support organizations excite me the most. I am self-motivated and enjoy seeing my hard work make a difference for an organization."
Manager
"I enjoy researching and implementing new best practices. I like change, but only if there is a visible improvement in efficiency or morale."
Marketing
"I am a creative person and, as such, I love an environment with sociable colleagues. When a team is encouraged to get along and discuss ideas, it makes for excellent results."
Retail
"I love to have a mentor and work with people who are supportive of each others' success. It is so amazing to celebrate wins like exceeding KPI's or the launch of a new brand."
Sales
"I get excited about brainstorming sessions, and sales contests. I'm competitive and like to work with my team to come up with new sales strategies and ways to make our clients happy while exceeding targets."
Teacher
"I am excited at work when my tasks and responsibilities have a meaning. I dedicate myself to helping my students, so I am at my peak of motivation when I know they are excelling."
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