"I chose a career as a construction manager after meeting with a guidance counselor in high school. I like working with my hands and building things, and I also showed leadership qualities after being nominated as class president in my school. My counselor had me take some tests and determined that a career as a construction manager came up as number one. Taking her advice, I started working in construction after graduating high school and enrolled in construction management courses at my local university. While working in construction, I was quickly promoted and assigned greater responsibilities. After receiving my bachelor's degree, I was promoted to construction manager and find this is the best fit for me in the construction industry."

When responding to this question, you want to avoid saying you chose this career to "boss people around" or because the pay and benefits are good. You want to keep your answer positive and inspiring.