joewilly Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 her bosses met with her today & want to move her into human recources and maybe in the marketing division. she was kinda excited & had to talk fast & rush off the phone. They see good things for her in the company bla bla bla (digicel... caribbean phone company). She has to meet when a lady fly's in next week & needs to let them know where she sees herself in 5 years. She wants to take me to lunch tomorrow & pick my brain. PLEASE HELP ME SOUND SMART & OFFER GOOD ADVICE HERE PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks a bunch in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tparich Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 The general rule of thumb for the 5 year question is giving an answer that implies that you will still be in the job that you are appling for (as long as it's not entry level). it gives the interviewer the comforting feeling that they will not have to start looking to replace you any time soon. Your daughters situation seems a little trickier as it doesn't seem 100% where they are going to place her so that answer wouldn't really work. In this case I would give a prety general statment stressing things like still being with the company where she could make the biggest difference. If they do come at her with a certain job then you could revert back to the first reply. Every situation is different though and of course just being truthful is always good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Bit Special Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 PLEASE HELP ME SOUND SMART & OFFER GOOD ADVICE HERE PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks a bunch in advance Good advice? Here? You came to the wrong place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boozer76 Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 Tell her to say that through hard work and dedication ,she hopes to see herself advancing within the company, and hopes that they have opportunities to help her become a strong asset. Or Tell her to say On the beach with a 6 pack of beer and a 60 foot yacht. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marko Cavka Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 Sleep way top. Work for Marko. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 I see myself working in xyz department and doing the best job that I can to make a difference. Each and every day my focus will be on improving our operations. I have always felt that you guys do a great job. But I know with my input we can do better. Let's face it, they promoted you so they aren't always right. But together we can overcome your incompetence. Granted that might be a bit much to tackle in just 5 years but I am willing to give it a try if you are. Then she should put her hands together and say, "teamwork on 3". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arsis Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 She should be herself and not bull**** them. She obviously did something right so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSJ Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 It seems like someone likes her and has noticed her hard work which these days is hard enough to do. Therefor she should just be open and honest about where she sees herself in 5 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haggis Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 She should say that she sees herself in his/her seat interviewing new candidates. In other words, she should want to have his/her job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 Mentioning that she sees herself with people working under her and her taking on more responsibility within the company is always good. Shows loyalty and wanting to move up. Have a great time at lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted February 21, 2008 Author Share Posted February 21, 2008 thanks all, I love the teamwork on 3. should she enter the room doin a cartwheel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSJ Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 should she enter the room doin a cartwheel? Yes, and try to get some flaming hoops with animals jumping through them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidhuman Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 I see myself in your spot. I am gunning for your position bi*ch. ive it up now peacefully and there will be no problems. You want to fight, I will hire DK to bring you down with his ass pepperoni. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidhuman Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 Now seriously: I see myself growing with a this company. I aspire to do the best job I can and move up the ladder here. I feel my skills will bring alot to the table for <enter dept name> and we can make a go at this as a team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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