736. Why are you looking now

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Could you share with us what motivates your current job search and why you're considering new opportunities at this time?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Self-awareness : Understanding one's own career goals and reasons for seeking a change is crucial.

  • 2. Candidness : Demonstrating honesty when discussing motivations for leaving a current job or seeking a new one.

  • 3. Career vision : Having a clear direction or aspiration for one's career path that aligns with the potential new role.

  • 4. Communication : Effectively articulating the reasons for a job search and how it aligns with personal career goals.

Purpose
  • 1. Motivation assessment : Evaluating if the candidate's motivations align with the company's opportunities and culture.

  • 2. Values alignment : Understanding if the candidate’s values align with those of the organization.

  • 3. Career trajectory insight : Gaining insight into the candidate's future career goals and plans.

  • 4. Risk assessment : Assessing the risk of the candidate being a short-term hire based on their motivation for changing jobs.


Hints
  • 1. Reflect on career goals : Think about where you see your career heading and how a new role fits into that vision.

  • 2. Consider company alignment : Analyze how the company's vision and values resonate with your own career aspirations.

  • 3. Avoid negativity : Focus on what you’re moving towards, not what you’re moving away from, avoiding speaking poorly of your current or past employers.

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Topics: 
Work Ethic
Culture Fit
Roles: 
Human Resources
Companies: 
Amazon
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