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I agree but if you don't express initiative to move forward or take on a more challenging position, you come across as lazy or complacent.

Not all jobs are meant for somebody who wants something more challenging. As they say, the world needs ditch diggers too.

(06-30-2010 01:12 PM)mark1030 Wrote: [ -> ]Not all jobs are meant for somebody who wants something more challenging. As they say, the world needs ditch diggers too.

ITA. Sometimes they ask this question to see if you would be happy working the same position or if you'd be resentful if you don't move up.

(06-30-2010 11:55 AM)Eddy Wrote: [ -> ]

(06-29-2010 08:00 PM)Dog Holliday Wrote: [ -> ]Back on the topic of saying "I'm looking for a job that's more challenging": A lot of people don't want a challenging position. A lot of people are happy with their daily routine and knowing they can handle their current job. There's fear of failure if they're given more challenging work.

Thank you for saying this! I get tired of people assuming that everyone is a shark trying to climb the corporate ladder in pursuit of that next promotion. Personally I was happiest when I had a job where the duties were clearly defined and my ability was up to the task. One of the best jobs I had was data proof encoding which is ten key data entry. There was no career track, just simple data entry. I liked it because I could effectively put my brain into neutral and not worry about stuff.

I actually quit a job because the promotion track was expected. It sucked because in the intermediate stage I was happy because I could do the job. The advanced stage put a lot more responsibility on me which is not my style at all.

Good point Eddy! there are some roles where they are actually looking for someone who isn't on the lookout for a career progression position. The most important thing is to analyse the position and the company. Find out what they are actually looking for. Without that knowledge you cannot possibly ace an interview no matter how experienced you are. I see it time and time again, people think they did so well in an interview and then don't get the job. If you don't fit the role and the company (or at least making a convincing act that you do), you won't get the job. It's not rocket science.

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(06-30-2010 12:14 PM)NKBurlington Wrote: [ -> ]I agree but if you don't express initiative to move forward or take on a more challenging position, you come across as lazy or complacent.

Of course, if the position description/ad states that career progression is encouraged then it's wise to indicate that you are excited about that possibility.

How about if in the ad they say "Please include your salary requirements in your covering letter"? Ugh. I hate this.

I just put:
Salary: Negotiable. If that doesn't work - tough shit. If you're going to disqualify me right off the bat because of my salary, then fuck you. You probably are not going to pay me enough anyway so why bother wasting anyone's time?