How do you answer 'Describe your ideal job' in a job interview?

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Answer:
You want your answer to be something in line with the job you're interviewing for. For example, if you're applying for a job as an office assistant you wouldn't say that your ideal job is in medicine. You'd say you aim to move up to become an office manager or executive or something along those lines.

This should be the honest answer.

Before any interview you should take time to do serious introspection. Think about what you want to do and why. Most people's career goals change over the course of their lives but it is very important to have goals. Have a sense of who you are and what you want to do. Then apply for a job that is a step in that direction.
Question:
  • "Describe your ideal job."

Meaning:
  • Would you be happy and productive in this position?

Wrong Answers:
  • I would like a position that pays me a lot of money for not a whole lot of work?
  • Why it's wrong:
  • Do you really need ask?
  • I would like a position that allowed me to telecommute entirely from home so I would never even have to get dressed?
  • Why it's wrong:
  • You look lazy and foolish.
  • I would like to work for a company who really appreciated me and acknowledged what superior talents I have?
  • Why it's wrong:
  • Cross the fine line from confident to egotistical and you cross your name off the callback crew.

Right answers:
  • I don't know if there is such a thing an ideal job because different people add unique talents to each position. So anyone who tries hard enough and works long enough can make a position into a meaningful creative outlet?
  • Why it's right:
  • This honest approach works well because you seem positive and enthusiastic.
  • I chose to pursue a career in the nonprofit sector because I wanted to make a difference in society. So any position that allows me to help even one person will make me feel like I have made a positive impact and fulfill my professional needs?
  • Why it's right:
  • Interviewers like answers that do not revolve around the almighty dollar but instead focus on meaning and personal fulfillment form job duties.
  • The perfect job would allow me to put my creative and innovative talents to work in a larger capacity. I want to be able to share my individual perspectives with everyone who views our billboards?
  • Why it's right:
  • While this artist wants to make a name for himself the interviewer knows that he will also be improving the company's designs as well.
First answer by Ranger22. Last edit by Mahendiranr. Contributor trust: 0 [recommend contributorrecommended]. Question popularity: 131 [recommend question].

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