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What Provides You With Motivation?

Interview Answers: What Are You Motivated By?

By , About.com Guide

When you're asked about motivation during a job interview, the interviewer is trying to understand what drives your success and wants to determine whether what motivates you is a fit with the job responsibilities.

Consider, in advance of interviewing, what motivates you at work and come up with some examples to share during the interview.

Your response will vary based on your background and experiences, but, you will want to share your enthusiasm and what you liked best about your last or current job. Here are some examples:

  • I'm motivated by personal achievement. I like to work hard and achieve the goals I have set out for myself.
  • I really enjoy helping people, and when I see the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, I take the initiative.
  • I love to learn new things, so projects that challenge me intellectually motivate me tremendously.
  • I like to be part of a team with a lot of bright people who have interesting ideas.
  • It really excites me to work with clients on a one on one basis, and see positive results.
  • Learning new things has always been a great motivator for me. From every job I've had, I believe I've always been able to learn something new, or a new way to look at a problem.

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