How to Answer: Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Dietitian and Nutritionist job interview.
19. Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?
How to Answer
It's impossible to know where you will be in 5 years, but do assure the interviewer that, given all possible circumstances, you could see yourself as a long-term fit for their position.
Now is not the time to be clever and tell the interviewer that you plan on being in their position in 5 years. Too soon, my friend. What you will want to tell the interviewer is that you would like to move up the ladder. Is there another department that interests you but you know you need the experience to get there? Would you want to teach more nutrition classes to audiences? Would you like to work more within the medical nutrition therapy field? Are you hoping to finish your master's degree?
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Entry Level
"In five years I would like to be part of more community projects and events. I would like to be well-connected and trusted when it comes to my work here."
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Answer Example
"Ideally, five years from now, I would love to see myself growing into a more prominent leadership role within your organization. I would like to gain experience giving presentations and leading nutrition challenges. My career interests align very nicely with your company's goals which helps me to see a great long-term fit here."
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Experienced
"Five years from now, I would like to be supervising or managing a team of my own. I feel like I am progressing at a rate that will make this a possibility."
Written by Rachelle Enns on April 1st, 2021