What do you see yourself doing in 5-10 years?

Don't you love it when a prospective employer asks the question: Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Often times, I'm asked, Janet "what is the right answer"?

This is a trick question, because if you indicate that you want to grow and the organization needs you in this position permanently, you could be eliminated from consideration. Likewise, if you are a career (name the position) and don't want to be promoted, you could be eliminated from the hiring process.

The best approach is to indicate that you see yourself with an organization - maybe THIS organization - in whatever position will bring the most impact and propel the vision and mission of the company. If that means that you will be in this same position in 5 years, you are certainly comfortable - however, if there are opportunities to move in to different roles, then you are open to that, too. The bottom line is that you are congruent with the corporate mission and want to do everything you can to deliver results that are in line with that mission. It is imperative that you communicate your strength as a team player and your strength to deliver results. You must be known as a person of excellence who goes above and beyond performance expectations.

Xodus Advantage serves as expert partners to individuals from the time they contemplate a potential career/job change, through the planning and transition phases. We specialize in making the change process positive and practical by empowering the individual to excel in their job campaign strategies. We are committed to seeing a successful career transition.When individuals find themselves on the job market or interested in a career transition, they are typically very uncertain. It is always nice to offer them the “voice of calm” plus real-world practical strategies to accelerate their down time during the transition.

For a free 30 minute consultation, please contact:
Lori Harbeck - lori@xodusadvantage.com
Janet Blumen - janet@xodusadvantage.com