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To help you prepare for your next gallup-style interview, here are 30 interview questions and answer examples.

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Question 11 of 30

Would you prefer to earn a set salary or be offered uncapped pay based on performance?

The interviewer wants to uncover a blend of behavioral, motivational, and job satisfaction-related factors. The goal of your response is to express to the interviewer how you are best motivated when it comes to your compensation. There is no right or wrong answer, so be honest about your preference when responding to this question.

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How to Answer: Would you prefer to earn a set salary or be offered uncapped pay based on performance?

  • 11. Would you prefer to earn a set salary or be offered uncapped pay based on performance?

      The Goal

      The interviewer wants to uncover a blend of behavioral, motivational, and job satisfaction-related factors. The goal of your response is to express to the interviewer how you are best motivated when it comes to your compensation. There is no right or wrong answer, so be honest about your preference when responding to this question.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 16th, 2022

      What to Avoid

      Avoid making your response all about money and getting stuck in the weeds about your salary. The interviewer isn't asking what you want to be paid. Instead, they are asking how you prefer to earn compensation in a potentially hypothetical scenario.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 16th, 2022

      Pro Tip

      At first, this question may not seem like a behavioral-based inquiry, but look closer. The interviewer is asking about your motivations. If you have worked in a highly commission-based role in the past, you know that it takes a considerable amount of focus, competitiveness, and tenacity to succeed. Often, commission-based positions do not cap your pay, meaning the reward can be much higher than an opportunity with a set salary. If you prefer to work on a fixed salary, this could indicate to the interviewer that you value stability and consistency. Rather than being highly competitive, your job satisfaction might come from other factors like teamwork and job security.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 16th, 2022

      1st Answer Example

      "I have worked in commission-based roles in the past with no base salary, but my potential commission earnings were uncapped. I loved it! With this pay structure, I felt very in control of my earnings and found it exciting and motivating at the same time. I thrived in this environment and would certainly do it again."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 16th, 2022

      2nd Answer Example

      "I am a very structured and analytical person, and I do best when I know what to expect. I prefer a set salary so that I can focus on doing my job very well rather than continually tracking my commissions and earnings."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 16th, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "I prefer a set salary with a bonus based on real achievable performance metrics attainable within the purview of the position."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Your desired compensation structure is very clear - well done. Next, consider further explaining your motivation behind this type of pay structure.
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