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đ¸Register here: selfmadeway.com/job-shopping-class
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![Automatic Disqualification in the Job Interview
Answering this question incorrectly in a job interview will get you instantly disqualified:
Its such a common one, and yet I see candidates say something damaging when asked this all the time.
It is: âWhere do you see yourself in 5 years?â
Theyre actually asking:
Does this role align with your long-term goals, or will you quickly leave when you find something better?
Companies donât expect you to stay forever.
But if your answer makes it clear that youre already eyeing a different path like switching departments, starting a business, or opening a coffee shop, youâve just flagged yourself as a flight risk.
Avoid saying things like:
đŤ âI hope to transition into [other department].â
đŤ âI want to start my own company.â
đŤ âI want your job.â
Even if itâs true, saying it out loud is costing you offers.
Instead, frame your answer around how this role builds the skills and experience you genuinely want to grow over the next few years.
Get the best questions to ask in your interview guide here: https://madelinemann.kit.com/2ee7ea0f9f
The way you answer this one question can either position you as a perfect fit or quietly take you out of the running. Choose your words wisely! Automatic Disqualification in the Job Interview](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wSuHSE0qcuA/mqdefault.jpg)



![Soft disqualifiers lead to more job offers
This interview trick gets hiring managers to sell YOU on the role.
Itâs called a soft disqualifier.
Itâs when you say both what youâre looking for and NOT looking for in a role.
This builds trust with the interviewer because you are showing sincere preferences.
Such as, you could say, âIf the job is mostly [thing I donât want], then itâs not the right role for me.â
For example, when I would interview for roles like the head of human resources.
I would say something like:
âIf more than 50% of my time in a job is focused on administrative work, then its not a good fit for me.
I am good at the administrative side, but I need at least 50% of my time focused on projects and strategic initiatives to stay motivated.
When this resonated with the company it got them to start selling me on the opportunity.
Why it works:
So I want you to go into your next interview being clear about your skills, interests, and priorities.
Before your next interview, fill in these blanks:
đ Iâm motivated by...
đIâm strong in...
đ Iâm building skills in...
đIf the job is mostly.... itâs not for me
And make sure your answers are specific.
Dont say I am motivated by teamwork.
Pick something concrete such as I am motivated by building out brand facilitations.
PS: If youre currently job searching, I have a free Job Shopping masterclass that helps you attract the right job opportunities.
Watch the free Job Shopping masterclass here: https://www.selfmadeway.com/job-shopping-class
Use a soft disqualifier in your next interview! Soft disqualifiers lead to more job offers](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xDr6nxYzeP0/mqdefault.jpg)




