How does this administration position fit into your career goals?
"My primary career goal is to find a position where I can stay long term. Because your company has such a strong reputation for workplace culture, it fits perfectly with my desires for a long-term fit."
"This position aligns nicely with my career goal of continued growth. The role is in my comfort zone, but a new enough approach that will intrigue me, and the company size is adequate to support growth."
Is this particular position a good fit? Is it a step up in your career or - a stagnant move that you are just complacent with taking until something better comes along? Assure the interviewer that this position will be challenging for you, is a step up in responsibilities, and that it fits with your overall career goals.
"My primary goal in my career as an administrative assistant is to eventually work my way from an Administrator level to an HR professional role. I feel that what your organization offers is a strong path towards those goals and I am excited about what this position has to offer."
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Anonymous Answer
This position will allow me to grow as an administrative professional. My goal is to become advanced in using Office Suite. This position will allow me to use the skills I already have, and it will challenge me to not become stagnant as an administrative professional.
Chad's Feedback
Good answer! It sounds like the position aligns with your overall career goals. Consider concluding your response by indicating to the employer that you aim to be with the company long-term if hired.
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