Why Do You Want to Work Here? (Answer this Tricky Question)
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“Why do you want to work here?” is a tricky interview question since there are 3 implicit things the interviewer is looking for. Variations of this popular interview question include “Why are you interested in this position,” “Why do you want this job?” and “Why do you want to work for us?” But all three of these are asking the same thing. As long as you grasp this concept, you can take the best answer examples from this video and adapt it for your own use case.
In this video I provide sample answers that address all the implicit questions the interviewer is looking for. These example answers have worked well for me and my community so I’m confident you will find some learnings here.
First, the interviewer is trying to figure out whether or not you have a growth mindset. Whether you’re trying to improve yourself so you can benefit their company. Do you want the job because of superficial reasons (like salary, commute, and location) or are in it for the long run?
Secondly, how much research have you done? Are you really interested in working for the company you’re interviewing with? Or is it just a stepping stone to something else?
Finally, how enthusiastic are you about the role? What exactly about the position interests you? Can you provide specific examples that speak to why the role would benefit both the company and you?
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00:00 Intro
00:23 What interviewer wants to achieve with this question
00:50 Do you have a growth mindset?
03:34 How much research have you done?
05:44 How enthusiastic are you about the role?
08:11 Ending
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:23 What interviewer wants to achieve with this question
00:50 Do you have a growth mindset?
03:34 How much research have you done?
05:44 How enthusiastic are you about the role?
08:11 Ending
I use Indeed as well!
@@livialone3199 Ah yes, that's a good one to start with :)
When researching ahead of an interview, I browse the company's website for their history and mission statement. Then I go through LinkedIn and try to connect with some of the people who are in that position or who will be leading the interview to see what their values and goals are.
@@AustinChowChow Hi Austin! That's a really really good way to go about it! So many people forget about trying to figure out the fit or culture ahead of deciding which companies they apply to (you should really be going for ones that align with your own values) and instead just apply to all openings they see. But it seems like you know the sort of culture you want?
Timestamps is a great help to review contents. Thank you for all the effort!!
This has to be one of the best and most practical channels for interview prep. Thank you so much. Big Help!!
You deserve more subs man!!
Hi Uday, thanks so much for your kind words, it really means a lot!
Are you currently interviewing for a position? Let me know if you have any specific questions :)
Jeff Su Yeah was preparing for a HireView and wanted to cover some of the basic questions. Will definitely ask here if I do. Thanks!!
@@udayjain3985 Awesome. Let me know if you think a HireView (or just a 1 way interview guide) would be useful as video content in the future as well :)
Jeff Su That would be amazing if you could. It seems more difficult to leave an impression if the interviewer is going to be looking at a video recording of me. I guess concentrating a bit more on enthusiasm for these would help?
@@udayjain3985 Yes! Just like how cameras add 10 pounds, they suck 10X the energy out of the person. So you need to make up for it by being more energetic throughout the interview! I will definitely be thinking of how to do this video soon!
In my humble opinion, you are the best career coach UA-camr... You speak with the voice that is easy to listen to, not screaming or sounding righteous, and what you say are easy to understand and to the point. I wish I found your channel sooner...
Thank you so much!! I wish you did too 😁
Mr. Shu, I see you are audience-oriented. Your videos are captioned in correct English and punctuation. You'd be surprised how many videos I see that I could encourage my students to seek out for further information that are "auto-generated." I don't have the time to request of UA-cam to convert them or ask the IT team at work to do this job. You've got an A from me for anticipating the audience's needs. Thank you for the information and videos that don't go on for 20-minutes, 30, or one hour. Time is important; and you show that you value your audience's. Good job.
Thank you for noticing! I definitely put my viewers first 😁
I’m addicted to your channel and do need to compliment it! I’m so glad that finally someone added the summary w/ time in the beginning of the video (for us, who love to run the bar to the main point). I hope other youtubers get this habit 🙏😅.
Ps: I don’t usually run the bar for videos with less than 10min length, so congrats again for compacting all the info objectively, so we don’t get distracted/tired and can focus on absorbing the knowledge! 😃
Woohooo! Glad you're finding my helpful useful and more importantly, easy to digest with the timestamps and summary 😉. Hope you find the other videos just as valuable as well!
Jeff! I love your videos and find them incredibly helpful during my job search! Your energy, articulation, and pacing make the content easy to digest, and I really resonated with your introversion! Wishing you nothing but success :)
Glad the content has been helpful my friend!! Thank you so much 😁
Jeff, this advice is golden. Thank you for posting these tips. I am currently going through the interview process and have found your channel to be insanely helpful.. I'd love to see you crush a real interview sometime. You'd definitely get the job, haha. Keep up the great work. I just subscribed!
Best of luck!!
Jeff I am currently a third year a student dipping my toes into my field for the first time, all I have to say is you friggin rock man. I surely know that these tips will help me prosper even late into my career. Thank you for awesome advice and great videos!!
Wow you started early! I wish I had your work ethic when I was younger haha
Thank you Jeff. Although I’m not looking for a new job right now, I still enjoy a lot learning from your tips on how to prepare for future interviews. Great job man!
That's awesome to hear! Hopefully one day when you do need it, you will remember a few of the tips and completely destroy the interview 👌
You made these videos 3 years ago, and your tips and techniques for answering questions helped me land my dream job at a top tech company. I promised myself I would tell you thank you if I got the job.
THANK YOU.
WOOHOOO CONGRATS MY FRIEND!!! Feel free to connect on LinkedIn 😁
I found some of your examples are really helpful, especially the language you selected. "A natural extension of my professional growth" is a great expression.
Thanks Fiona! Let me know if you end up using that and how it goes 😁
Some of the insights from this video can be applied to cover letter writing or questions companies put in their application questions. Thanks so much for sharing Jeff!
Yes that's right! The fact you recognize that means you definitely understand the concepts from this video, I'm so happy to hear that Christiana 😁
Great advice! I’ve never thought of asking experts about their KPI to gauge what their day-to-day is like.
In answer to your question, I look at their websites, check their social media accounts, and, of course, ask Google! I think the hardest part about the whole process is filtering out all the unimportant parts to get to the relevant information.
Yes, because the other party rarely needs to do too much prep beforehand, they might talk about irrelevant topics for a while. Your job is to politely by firmly bring them back to the topics YOU care most about by asking these thoughtful, targeted questions!
Jeff, I love to listen to you! apart from sharing those amazing tips, You have so great ENERGY!:) Thanks a lot!:)
Hi Kaja - Thank you so much! Really appreciate the comment :). I'll try to keep the energy level as high as possible (well...up to an appropriate amount) moving forward 😄
always like your videos Jeff. ... Straight to the point, and engaging... ... even though you're an introvert.
Haha thank you so much 😁
Meeehn!! You just solved all my interview challenges. You're the Big Shot. Big ups Man. Keep doing you. Great info
Woohoooo glad to hear it Mavis! Thank you!
@Jeff Su you have changed my life and given me so much confidence going into interviews… I used to be a nervous wreck before. Please keep up the amazing work sir you are an inspiration to millions
Woohooo thank you for making my morning!! 😁
The answer is always what you bring to make the organization better
Great one-sentence summary Pahanin!
Hi Jeff. This is the week JET applicants find out whether they have been accepted, but it might be next week or even the week after that. Applicants are playing the betting game at Reddit. I feel luck is on my side. It would be my second time on JET. Excited. Have a great week. Will look for your video on Tuesday or Wednesday.
Oh wow! That's exciting! Best of luck Sak Beh!!
I have an interview tomorrow 😊 I watched all your videoes..got reply from you when I was literally had no clue about restarting career.With all that, I am pretty confident. Thank you 😊.
I do research about the company in LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Google
First of all, best of luck tomorrow! Although I'm sure you don't need it 😁!
Also, thanks so much for your support, I'm glad to have been able to be of assistance since our first interaction!
I remember when Jeff uploaded the first Google video as well! Thanks Jeff!
@@jakelee6811 Thanks for being there since day 1 Jake 😊
Very nice video! I have watched many and followed you! I am an undergraduate uni student, watching your video to learn how to ace interview to get offers.
Best of luck!!
Great video. Love your researches and science behind the answers. And thanks for mentioning you're an introv, motivated me that i can be awesomely fluent as well..
No problem! We introverts gotta stick together 😁
I've learned a lot through your videos! Thank you
Hi Olivia, thanks so much for your kind words! Best of luck if you're interviewing and let me know if you have any specific questions :)
Hi Jeff! I think your interview tips work for meetings as well! I’m going to apply your tips - wish me luck!
Sounds good David! Looking forward to how it goes tomorrow! Keep us all posted :)
Great tips! I’m impressed which is rare 😅
Hahahaha I'm glad to have impressed you 😁
Me watching this as a 14 year old:
Hmmmmm intersting
Hahahaha well come back in 4 years! 😁
I carve out time monthly for informational connects with roles I am exploring or just interested to hear more about. Recently I was shortlisted for an interview to a role which I have spoken to at least 5 people in the same industry which saved me time on #2.
Nice! Congrats!!
Thank you for making this content. I had this question pop up in an interview and I was second guessing the way I answered it after the interview. I think I hit on the key points of growth mindset, but I think the way I presented my research on the company could've been a little more refined.
I'm sure you killed the interview 😄!
When you say a little more refined do you mean more concise and structured?
@@JeffSu I asked the interviewer which product line was the most valuable for us as sales people to focus on selling. She replied that her division only sells one product, I guess I should've known that before asking. I think I have a habit of rambling sometimes. especially in that portion of "tell me about yourself"
@@AustinChowChow Ahhh gotcha, but I think the interviewer will definitely give you credit making the connection of sales -> product line if that makes sense. May I ask which industry this was for? More CPG or tech/finance?
@@JeffSu Sorry for getting back so late, and thank you for showing interest. This was for pc components, laptops, servers, 5g technology and video cards. I've worked a long career in sales and account management in healthcare and furniture. I want to move to technology and am finding it difficult since my history is kind of all over the place.
@@AustinChowChow No worries at all! Thanks for following up! That's awesome, best of luck moving forward and let me know if you have any other questions :)
Thankyou Jeff going on second interview
Woohooo congrats Katherine!!!! Let me know how it goes 😁
Awesome content !
Thank you my friend 😁
Thankyou Jeff you are so amazing
I think so too 😉
I am currently a management consultant at EY and working on the National Grid account. Most of the people from your photo are still there. What a small world!! I sent you a Linkedin invite, hope to connect with you~
Haha wow that's awesome! Small world, see you on LinkedIn :)
Great video, It was so informative. I enjoyed watching it will definitely share it with my students who are preparing for a change
Glad to hear it! I hope your students find it helpful as well 😁
I have never actually done research on a company for a role. I have made most of the interview faux pas that you have mentioned. I guess I should be surprised I am employed at all. LOL
Well next time you're going to pass with flying colors 😁
Jeff - just a tip, slow down a bit. Your videos are helpful but it feels like the videos on a slight fast forward button.
Thanks for the feedback!
Hey, great video and info. What plugins did you use for the affects in this video?
Hi Brad! I use the Videohive ones Ali recommends from his Skillshare Course! I think one of them is called "UA-cam Essentials"
Thank you this was very helpful and interesting
Glad to hear it!
It would be better if you could give your example answer at the end! I like your video, very useful! Thanks!
Thanks for the feedback Kaiqi! I do have sample answers in my other videos!
To answer your question, I research on LinkedIn, the company website & UA-cam.
What is your suggestion on formatting "Why do you want to work here?"
Love the UA-cam part :)
If you're talking about how to structure (like the "Tell me about yourself" video or "Why are you a good fit for this role") I'd say the first 30-45 seconds should be about making that connection between the role and yourself, then around another minute or so on your growth mindset (with specific examples of course) and ending it out by reiterating your passion for the work you'd be able to do in the new role (of course your enthusiasm should be evident throughout)!
Watching it 3 mins before my interview. Wish me luck lol.
Good luck. How did it go?
I am pretty sketchy about reaching out to employees of the company, but hopefully - it'll work out well. 🤞😅
Big risk, big reward 😉
@@JeffSu Guess you were right cause I got the job lol
@@FeverishCalm oh WOW CONGRATS!!!!!!
I’ve an interview tomorrow for a call centre & I’m half tempted to call up the customer support for the company just to get a feel for it.
Idk if I do if should just straight up explain I don’t have a customer support problem but that I’m applying for the same role as them & ask for advice/what their day-to-day looks like 😅
Maybe not the most appropriate thing to ask 😅😅
That sounds like a great idea, go for it! The worst thing that can happen is they'll hang up on you, what's your loss? 😉
Thanks Jeff for your video! 😃I used your tips in the interview I had last week, and your strategies made me less nervous! Unfortunately, I received a email from the company later saying I didn't move foward in the hiring process.
Could you make a video about how to write a Thank you email when you didn't get the job but you want to leave the door open for another opportunity? I would be great
Ah I'm sorry to hear that! Chin up and keep going!
I already have a video like that 😁
@@JeffSu Great! I'll see it :-)
Great video
Thank you 😁
Great video!!
Thanks Carlos 😁
It's awesome! I will take notes for all playlist, not only include impressive and pragmatic tips, but also English expressions, like 'straight from the horse's mouth' and 'ramp up the new role', etc.🤩
Hahaha that's great to hear Nicole! Yes using those specific phrases can sometimes be very helpful😁
Thank you Jeff! I am going to use your tips to prepare for my interview. I do my research by checking the company's website and social media.
I just started working in a company for 4 months then I found out the company I worked for before as an intern had a job opening. I applied for it and got invited for a phone interview. I have a feeling they will ask me why I leave the current company. My real answer may sound like I admit I am not good enough (I am a new grad but also the only one in the department of a small company so no one trains me. I tried to learn by myself but I started to feel lost). I am struggling with how to answer this question. Any tips?
Hi Susanna! Thanks so much for the question. I've just replied to you on Instagram, let me know if the answer makes sense :)
@@JeffSu please share the answer to public as well. 🙏🏼 I wish to know how to respond for that situation from your perspective, Jeff.
@@masyizazali6391 maybe Susanna can help out here? 😏😁
Valeu!
Thank you so much!!! 😁
I bring other people to a table. Sometimes I bring the table
Hahaha love this answer 😂
@@JeffSu I’m only here to bring the 😂
Thanks for your video!
What is the difference between:
1. "why do you want to join (the company)",
2. "why do you want to become a (the role)",
3. "Why do you want to work here",
4. "Why you are a good fit for this role"?
Is 1=3 and 2=4? I feel like the 4 questions are all kind of overlapped and interchangeable.
You summarized it pretty nicely haha
This is a practical scenario.... my skills are outdated, need job soon so my house is not foreclosed. What if I just need a job so it gets me going? Company is crap (revenue is plummeting, salary is crap (60% of what I was making before), job description is crap. How do I make up crap that I really want to work here ?
Dam Jay I'm sorry to hear that! In that case focus on how YOU can make the crappy situation just a bit better :)
Jeff, I'm going for a role at JPM personal banking, have you got any tips to, 'why do you want to work here?'
Hi Ross! Funnily enough a few of my fellow classmates from university are working in that exact same position (I think a few in NYC and another one in Ohio actually). From what I understand, it's an extremely client-focused and customer-centric role, so I'd highlight experiences (both personal and professional) where you went above and beyond when it came to supporting a user (i.e. client). Furthermore, you probably want to show you can deal with very difficult customers since that's definitely a challenge you'll come to face. Best of luck, let me know how it goes!
I am a 2nd year undergrad in the UK applying for a summer internship in an investment banking role. Could you please provide some tips for a profound CV and cover letter? Thanks a lot Jeff. Your videos are truly the most realistic and really help me understand the hiring manager's point of view!! 😃
Have you checked out my ChatGPT videos?
@@JeffSu Thx man!! I'll check those out :)
Still waiting for an interview! Fingers crossed!
Best of luck Asher! You got this 😁😁
@@JeffSu Thank you Jeff! God knows I need it.
is it ok to say that, "everyone dream is work in a great organization to showcased their talent and ability, and i thought it was the company suited for me to showcase my talent and skills (insert about the jobs description) that why i want to work in your company" ?
You're going to need to be more specific (since your answer might apply to literally any company)
Do you have any suggestions on "Why do you want to leave the current company?"Or any key points to touch on? I will have two interviews tomorrow, so I can't wait for your whole video lol
Oh wow, good luck with the interviews tomorrow! So that's a whole other video haha but I think you want to touch on 3 key points that the new company has that is an EXTENSION of what you are doing now. For example, "I find that A, B, C builds on my capabilities I have developed here..."
@@JeffSu Went well!!!! I used your tips in the "do you have any questions for me"video. I've kept asking questions until he said: I need to leave. lol!! And then the interviewer said: I enjoy talking with you. I will send you a take home assessments. =_= I HATE take-home exam... I never liked exams....... struggle struggle.... Anyhow! Thank you for the tips!!!! Love them!
@@yalunsheng Hahaha that's great! Glad your interviewer enjoyed chatting with you (trust me questions work lol). It's okay, take-home assessments mean you can take it in a comfortable environment. Best of luck!
I find this question to be silly. I also find it really wild that employers would rather not have an honest answer to this question as well. There is a 100% chance that the applicant is seeking that profession for personal growth and monetary gain, not so much the company's. If anything, a person who is honest about why want to work there is a better candidate than the person who merely says what the interviewer wants to hear. More often than not, it's better to have someone who will say what you need to hear than someone who would say what you want to hear.
So...hate the game not the player? 😂
@@JeffSu the game sucks for sure, but we're kinda coerced into playing it anyway, with the alternative being starvation and homelessness
Money 🤑
Work life balance ♎⚖️
And facilities
Hi jeff ..my name is inal and i was wondering if u can make videos on how new grades from overseas can get a job offer in the accounting team manger business (canada if possible)
Hi Inal :), check out my networking videos!
@@JeffSu thank you so much for your replay i will check it out .
lol. I am also an introvert doing sales for more than 10 years.
Nice! And how do you like it?
@@JeffSu I tried to change my career path to marketing since I’m much analytical and thought it was the right career path, but I quickly realized that sales is my true passion. The satisfaction of bringing the right product/solution to my clients is like no other. Being introvert actually plays at my advantage which makes me a better listener and builds trust with my clients.
@@56038ymw Wow, you literally just read my mind. I also realized in my 2 years as a salesperson that the BEST salespeople are the ones who are good at listening, not the ones best at talking. I'm so happy that you found a career path that you love!
@@JeffSu Ty Jeff. How about you? Did you enjoy doing sales? I’m actually not very good selling myself. Your videos and contents are very inspiring. Thank you for sharing!
@@56038ymw I enjoyed my time in the sales team but I also realized I enjoy running marketing campaigns even more!
i want to work here because i need money and you need staff
LOL
Do you have a short answer only is too complicated to follow your pattern
But short answers wouldn't do well during the interview...
@@JeffSu Some HR / Interviews are not fan with a long wording and not direct to the point because time and energy consuming for them.
@@JeffSu Anyway I have a template or sample but it is too long for me to memorize this essay interview.
Can you rate or do I need to revise my template?
"Sure! My name is [ NAME ] and I am excited to be here today. I have [number] years of experience in [relevant field or industry]. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong skill set in [mention key skills or areas of expertise].
In my previous roles at [ Sales Associate in Uniqlo and Levi's and Housekeeping in 7 different projects for reliever and posting projects and a part-time job in E-commerce Chat Support and Jr. Graphics ],
I have successfully [Made sales, Built customer service, achieved sales quotas, and Accomplished other tasks like handling reports, Answering phone calls, and Maintaining a clean, neat, and tidy inside organization. ].
I am particularly proud of [ gaining discipline at work and colleagues, Attention to detail, Fast Learner, Always positive mindset, and motivation in life. ]
I am passionate about [ this role ] and I am always eager to learn and grow in this field. I am known for my [ Skills and Qualities that will be applied and fit for this position I will contribute my Energetic, Positive mindset or Positive Growth, Optimistic, Trustworthy/Loyal, and Cooperative ], which have helped me [ to accomplish my daily routine or task to help the company process and growth ].
Outside of work, I enjoy [ Making content to express and expand my audience and followers and I hope to make a sponsorship ]. Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is essential for personal growth and professional success.
I am thrilled about the opportunity to contribute my skills and experience to [ company/organization ]. I am confident that my [mention specific skills or experiences] make me a strong fit for this role, and I am eager to make a positive impact as part of the team.
Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to discussing how my qualifications align with the goals of [ Company ]."
The rule of thumb would be to keep your answer within 2 minutes :)@@jerryohhh
What does kpi mean?
Great question! My fault for not explaining. KPI = Key Performance Indicators. Basically how your performance is measured at work
I’ll never understand why we can’t just say “I’m just tired of not getting paid enough.” Seriously, we live in such a weird society. We cant be honest!
I mean...technically no-one's stopping you from saying that 😂
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Why are my legs asleep when I get up in the ,morning
You tell me
I want to work because I don't want to be homeless I have to pay my rent.
Valid reason
Dude you are talking too much and missing on key points.
Thanks for the feedback! What key points did I miss?