“You seem like a great fit for the role, but I worry you are overqualified and might get bored. Can I ask why you're interested?”
If you've ever been asked this question, you know how tricky and sticky it feels.
Your gut reaction might be:
“Well, this market stinks, and I haven’t worked in 3 months.”
But… that answer probably won’t move you forward.
Instead, discover a values-driven response. Real client example
“Without getting too personal, I had time to reflect last year and realized I’m in a stage where I want to help companies and people reach their goals. That’s what motivates me, regardless of title or salary.”
→ Values: Purpose | Service | Humility | Empathy
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“You seem like a great fit for the role, but I worry you are overqualified and might get bored. Can I ask why you're interested?”
If you've ever been asked this question, you know how tricky and sticky it feels.
Your gut reaction might be:
“Well, this market stinks, and I haven’t worked in 3 months.”
But… that answer probably won’t move you forward.
Instead, discover a values-driven response. Real client example
“Without getting too personal, I had time to reflect last year and realized I’m in a stage where I want to help companies and people reach their goals. That’s what motivates me, regardless of title or salary.”
→ Values: Purpose | Service | Humility | Empathy
Purchase your guide with step by step directions to prepare for this question
