QUESTION 14 OF 40

Why do you want a career as an Admin Assistant?

"Initially, I wanted a career as a personal assistant but found that available work was often inconsistent. Then, my career counselor mentioned working as an Admin Assistant. I looked into the scope of the career a bit further, and it sounded like an excellent fit. I recently completed my Administrative Assistant diploma, and I look forward to working in my very first admin role!"

The interviewer wants to know what the driving force is behind your application to their Admin Assistant position. Maybe you have a penchant for process and organization. Or, you chose to follow in the footsteps of someone you admire. Whatever your 'why' is behind choosing a career as an Admin Assistant, be sure to express it with enthusiasm.

"I had a wonderful mentor who helped guide me into this career path after seeing how well organized and structured I was. I have worked in an administrative function for many years now, and I am excited at the thought of taking a step towards being a senior Admin Assistant working closely with an executive team. I'm thrilled at the thought of entering this elevated stage of administration."

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