What motivates you to do your best on the job?

This is most typical job interview questions that all recruiters will ask you. You should connect this questions to job description, job spec, resume. You can ref answer structure, answer tips, answer samples as follows:

1. Answer tips

Do not discuss salary, benefits, or other compensation-related motivations.

Do not talk about your need for constant supervision or your inability to stay motivated for any significant period of time at work. Keep your answers short and business related.

This is a personal trait that only you can say, but good examples are: Challenge, Achievement, Recognition. For any person motivation is the main factor which should make him work in an efficient manner.

2. Answer samples

Answer sample 1

First of all i am a workohlic and i cannot sit idle.So the motivation to do the best work comes to me naturally.But if asked what actually motivates me then i would say its the Satisfaction that i get after a whole day of work that keeps me going.

Answer sample 2

I was responsible for several projects where I directed development teams and implemented repeatable processes. The teams achieved 100% on-time delivery of software products. I was motivated both by the challenge of finishing the projects ahead of schedule and by managing the teams that achieved our goals.

Answer sample 3

I’ve always been motivated by the desire to do a good job at whatever position I’m in. I want to excel and to be successful in my job, both for my own personal satisfaction and for my employer.

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