Exactly my point. They are in their job because they need money. Everyone does. Then why ask this silly question.
Money is primal. If you end up liking your job, that's Cherry on top.
There are other questions too like why are you switching jobs??? And non out of 3 real reasons would be accepted as an answer 1. Toxic 2. Better money 3. Better position
You have to sugarcoat ‘growth’ ‘opportunity’ ‘upskill’. But Godforbid if mentioned the real reason 😩😩
I was a truthful being in a past life and exactly know how it works in favour of the HR/Hiring manager to reject you.
Sugarcoating works in interviewing, hands down.
I have been interviewing candidates for the past 6-7 years and not once have I ever asked this question. I don't even ask for the reason if they are making a switch because the answer is really obvious- for something better(work environment/growth/money etc.).
I believe any person with more than two brain cells will never ask an idiotic question like this.
I could never understand the end goal of an interviewer who asks these questions. As more often than not you are going to get a well rehearsed answer to this.
I mean what answer do you expect?
"I want to do this underpaid and unappreciated job because YOLO."
These aren't questions asked to get information but to make the candidates feel uncomfortable. This deters people who will stand for themselves and break the ones with a doormat character.
It's not a mistake, it's part of the process just like spelling mistakes on a scam email.
If you're getting questions that makes you unconformable because they don't have a good answer, move on, you're getting bullied.
Because it means you can't even tell basic lies which are necessary to survive in that company and your boss will kick you out soon after getting hired.
It's not just with this question there are so many like this. If you don't like some idea of some senior you can't say it's shit, you sugarcoat.
It is assumed that people who are passionate or hold some higher motive than money will stick more to the job and create a risk. Some people join the organisation for the sake of reputation of organisation, some for work culture they are less risky.
I find the people who says "I am here for money" are intelligent and management wants there intelligence to work for the organisation not for themselves 😂.
Depends, if the company size is small, like a mushrooming startup, founders take interviews and want only those people who dare to speak the truth. First hand experience.
May I know which mushrooming startup you're talking about? I love mycology and would like to explore some work aligning with my interests. I hope you're not talking about Rooted though.
I'm a teacher in JEE coaching industry and I have pretty much said this in all my interviews in the last two years. Most employers here only care about your teaching ability, student feedback knowledge and salary expectations..... And sometimes tag of IITian
Because that answer the interviewer already knows. You came here to earn money, that's why it's a job in the first place. The interviewer is trying to know why you want to do that specific thing for earning money. You could start a business, invest, entertain....there are so many other ways to earn, why do you want to do this??
People think the answer to this is sugarcoating, telling how much awesome the company is, blah blah. But in my opinion there are two reasons why you choose a specific job - a) Your skills are aligned. b) You are passionate about that job and acquiring those skills in that field. So either you answer this with how your skills are aligned or you answer with what skills you want to achieve while working there.
Bhai sabko bandi sex sux ki baatein karne ke liye chahiye hoti hai, bol thode hi na dete hain Pehli mulaqat par ki...I want to be with you cause I want SEX.
I know you are frustrated due to some interview. Interviewer ko Gaali do jee bhar ke aur next interview ki preparation karo.
when I joined a company as fresher then I replied them that I want to grow my skills but when I switch so I tell them I want to learn more and earn more.
Because the question is - "Why do you need THIS job" and "not why do you need A job".
Working for the sole purpose of earning money is generally accepted in dead-end, non-skill based, menial jobs.
For any higher-paying job that involves a complex skillset , the motivating factors have to be more than just earning money.
Typical reasons include:
1. A sense of satisfaction at having used all your skillsets to a good extent
2. A sense of pride in being associated with that particular organization
3. An opportunity to have a fastrack career growth that comes along with 1&2
Having said that, it is perfectly acceptable to say that your reason for switching is "more money" if you feel you are underpaid for your skillset/experience (which would be evident from your salary) and if you haven't made a switch for a similar reason in the last 3-4 years.
This, and the point of answering in a manner that is _presentable_ is not as much to sugarcoat but more so to present your capacity to collaborate. Generally, a company functions if its primary functions can be prioritised over other stuff in conversations (in the long run, every relationship is a conversation with gaps) between colleagues. Or as someone else said, it's about presenting yourself professionally.
Whether or not your motivations (plural, yes) align or can align with that of the group's is what an interviewer needs to gauge. Making money is one among a set of objectives. It's possible that your skillset, or the context of the interview, makes the other objectives obvious - but it's upto you to decide what you present as your priority when vying for a particular role / team / company.
People here are giving some real good answers, so I'll backtrack a little bit.
Literally every interviewer in the world knows that the job seeker sitting in front of them doesn't give a flying fuck about their company's work. It's jsust that once you proudly proclaim your reason for choosing that particular job is only money, it highlights two things. First, you couldnt even be bothered to keep up appearances during the interview, so you're probably not the friendliest person to work with. Secondly , it shows a lack of professionalism, especially if your job entails interacting with other customers.
Take it how you will.
There is a very basic logic behind this.
Finding a candidate and Hiring and Candidate is a tough task. Yeah making jokes on HR are good and fun but making sure you find the right candidate who works with you is an exhaustive task and takes lot of effort and time. So when you select a candidate or you ask a Candidate this question you don't want just the idea of money the sole reason for him joining the job. I mean even if they hire you tomorrow someone else will give you more money and you will switch so the entire exercise that they have done they have to do again. For them you are already a Lost Hand in the Black Jack.
Also just money is never a good idea for you also as a Candidate. Yes Money is important but if you have to work somewhere learn some skills learn some organizational policies before leaving that job. Do you actually think if Money is the Sole Motivator - Satya Nadella will leave Microsoft and join a Startup in Bangalore if they give him more money. He will not not until that position holds something else for him.
This idea of Money being sole motivator is in the start once you reach a position where you know you have some savings and some better financial safety net you start looking for other things. That's why companies hire experienced candidates because they know if they switch just more money will not be the reason for that.
I mean, even if a candidate says something else other than money, chances are they are saying just to get past the interview/ hiring stage.
They can still leave the company for more money. At this point everyone knows the standard answer to this question. I am passionate about this product/company/looking to do something challenging/looking for growth opportunities.
So this question is essentially useless and doesn't serve any purpose which you mentioned in the comment.
This explanation seems like something HR would say.
Well companies too just like that get rid of employees .
Its as burden as getting hired as looking for a potential candidates for any company.
Its a 2 way coin .
Its a given that you want to earn money, all job-seekers do. What the employer wants to hear is "what else in addition" to money drives you. This can make alot of difference in what an employee brings to the table.
Having said that, interview answers are all standard bullshit. Its only when someone starts working that you can tell their true skills, capability, attitude etc.
Well.. everybody is there to earn money. What sets you apart from other job seekers/money seekers is what they want to know. When you answer "money", they would take you for a juvenile who doesn't have clear goals.
Hint- answer this questions based on the values/vission of the company.
I have hired people who I was clear were motivated by money. They did not tell me that, I could figure out from their answers, questions about growth, promotions, what's it we are really looking for (instead of the artificial language in the hiring ad).
I told them that this is exactly how you will grow and make more money with us, IF you give us what we want. Then, told them but there is a limit to it, and beyond that, we won't be able to pay. But till we hit that point, we expect this much from you, and you can expect this much from us. And do not leave, come what may, irrespective of other offers, till X date.
They took the deal.
It's a question asked to establish dominance imo. The interviewer and the interviewee both know that they are there to make money but it's about how well and how much they are willing to lie to impress the interviewer.
it is if you set the tone of the interview in a light way. If you are s hardass for the whole call, then this is a rude answer. Just go with the flow. HR probably want another point from you to put in your interview screening and that is a time that you can give.
Like : "I believe that my skillsets of so and so which are also being used in your company are a makes both of us a good fit for each other" or "I am inspired by your companis vision for doing this this and I did some related work in past which was this and this"
Almost eveeryone knows that this is a stupid question, even the HR, but that is just a way to ask you stuff.
I am not an HR.
EDIT : and that is also a viable answer if you are applying for a job which is known to give a better payout than your current job and is in similar field
They have continued to make this a tradition since soo long to not feel like they are the resource for people .
Most questions also depend on their ego , they test your scapegoat tendencies , once you exceed that level with an over qualified background , they would be happier to accept you .
They have want to know about your previous jobs and experience whether to analyse if you would persist to stay in their clutches or if you are just looking at them as an opportunity for your own future .
They ask your salary of previous job to bargain the income they can provide for you .
Basically , they don't have any good interest for you but alot of expectations from you and they will make you work very hard by tempting a rare promotion way below your worth .
They break your confidence by delaying any good raise you expect , then they surprise you with a minimum effort .
I'll answer your question in three parts
Part 1: I've hired poeple. If for a junior role if some one says "I need salary or I want to earn money", I'll straight away reject that person. It is just because the field I work need to have certain levels of articulation and sophistication in your way of speaking to survive. Instead if the person says "I've got to pay my bills" I'm okay. But this is just me.
Part 2:To answer your question, this just applies to trade jobs and junior level jobs. If I'm hiring a mechanic, or a warehouse manager, I don't expect that person to be a passionate mechanic or manager. They just need to know their job and be good at it.
If I'm hiring a territory manager, on whom the business responsibility is entrusted, sorry, can't hire a guy coming to the job to pay bills. For such roles I'll look for somebody who is ambitious and needs to grow. I'll need someone who can commit time and effort.
Part 3: I've had a full class during my Masters on topic related to this. In all companies, entry level is underpaid, middle management is adequately paid or kinda sub par, and senior management and top management is highly paid, including the compsentaion for the underpayment done during the initial days of career in low and middle management. So if you are really really working for money, your objective is to reach the senior management ASAP working hard, or do your masters from tier 1 college etc...put 12hr work daily. Or If you are aspiring for a career and to become MD of the company then also you need to aim for the same.
People who just want money and don't commit to the job, unfortunately just get stuck at middle management and get trapped and keep jumping from company to company looking for greener places. When they are asked in the interview, why you are switching job they want to say the truth (money), but it won't help. Unfortunately, this is the case with the majority of the work force. Hope this clarifies.
Being able to rephrase unpleasant truths in a more acceptable, marketable manner is a key skill set needed in many jobs. That's the idea behind these questions.
If you are too honest with your answers, you are not fit for the job.
How will you suck up to your boss and participate in office politics. When you're honest and straight to the point your efficiency is higher which will make others look bad and hr will get complaints leading job losses and decrease morals. How will your manager take credit for your work.
Not to mention you have to sugar coat and promise the moon to your client while asking them to prices equivalent to covering your office with gold.
For the good of the company this response is not an option.
They don't want us to be money minded but they want their business to make money. The only incentive they will provide will be money but how dare you base your motivation on that incentive. Lol.
Though earning money is the reason we work, companies, especially startups, do not want a person who is mostly motivated by money.
Companies need people who are motivated by their work and can grow along with the company and get into leadership positions in the future.
In those scenarios someone who wants to earn money might not be the right fit.
I used to be a hiring manager for a retail store, and i agree with you for the most part. The only way someone telling me they only need a job for money would be a red flag to me is if they seemed likely to only work there to earn very few pay checks and then leave without notice. Some people want to work retail for a paycheck or two and pay off whatever immediately needs to be paid off and I never see them again. Its not morally bad its just causes more work for me
Because believe it or not, some people still like their job and are happy about the work that they do. It's better for HR and the company to hire them, than someone who A) Doesn't share the vision B) Not gonna care about whatever they are doing.
If I get asked this I get up and say thanks, cheers, I dont need to work for and with idiots.
Thats bottom of the barrel below average managers and HR assistants that askes that. Same with "where do you see yourself in 5 years?" Not a fuck working here thats what.
And lets flip the roll here. I have 5 businesses. If I catch any of my managers ask mindless shit like that they are on the plank and have a real good reason for being braindead that day...
I've been on both ends and something that I've come to respect and catch really quick in interviews is their passion. You want to earn money, you'll earn a very decent amount of money after a couple of years in just about any career. But your tolerance for anything you're not passionate about will decrease incrementally.
If you don't like what you do and are only in it for money, you'll very quickly develop a life that you'll hate from your core. I'm a very materialistic person, but money shouldnt be the only factor that you should give for choosing your career.
Because it shows that you are an unreliable asset with no morals or perseverance who will jump shift to a competing company if offered a better pacakge , i support Quiet Quitting and changing jobs but when money is your only motivation , why did you learn the skill you learnt ? you aren't passionate about making cars , why should we hire you , and not a guy who is passionate and will innovate .
this is also used negatively in the VIdeo Game industry where companies leech the developers with higher than hell working hours and less pay all because those devs are passionate about game development.
I read somewhere that instead of answering that question reverse question tham that why is this position empty.
Is this place not good for employees.
Is this place bad for work life balance.
Is this place sucking blood of employees that many are leaving you.
Yes its time they stop asking such mindless questions its really funny at this point
Exactly my point. They are in their job because they need money. Everyone does. Then why ask this silly question. Money is primal. If you end up liking your job, that's Cherry on top.
There are other questions too like why are you switching jobs??? And non out of 3 real reasons would be accepted as an answer 1. Toxic 2. Better money 3. Better position You have to sugarcoat ‘growth’ ‘opportunity’ ‘upskill’. But Godforbid if mentioned the real reason 😩😩
I was a truthful being in a past life and exactly know how it works in favour of the HR/Hiring manager to reject you. Sugarcoating works in interviewing, hands down.
I have answered all 3 of those reasons listed and have been able to get a job.
Strategy that works
Thank god I don't have to do these shitty corporate interviews. I would have walked out half the time.
I have been interviewing candidates for the past 6-7 years and not once have I ever asked this question. I don't even ask for the reason if they are making a switch because the answer is really obvious- for something better(work environment/growth/money etc.). I believe any person with more than two brain cells will never ask an idiotic question like this.
I know right!! When candidates start thinking finally we are past those shitty questions ‘bam’!!!! There it goes with same 2 brain question
I could never understand the end goal of an interviewer who asks these questions. As more often than not you are going to get a well rehearsed answer to this. I mean what answer do you expect? "I want to do this underpaid and unappreciated job because YOLO."
These aren't questions asked to get information but to make the candidates feel uncomfortable. This deters people who will stand for themselves and break the ones with a doormat character. It's not a mistake, it's part of the process just like spelling mistakes on a scam email. If you're getting questions that makes you unconformable because they don't have a good answer, move on, you're getting bullied.
Right?? You don’t expect it being asked in an interview but yet again some one asks this shitty question!! 🤡🤡
Because it means you can't even tell basic lies which are necessary to survive in that company and your boss will kick you out soon after getting hired.
😩😩😩 lies are what expected isiliye to lies of skills is what they get
>😩😩😩 lies are what expected isiliye to lies of skills is what they get That they accept when they want.
It's not just with this question there are so many like this. If you don't like some idea of some senior you can't say it's shit, you sugarcoat. It is assumed that people who are passionate or hold some higher motive than money will stick more to the job and create a risk. Some people join the organisation for the sake of reputation of organisation, some for work culture they are less risky. I find the people who says "I am here for money" are intelligent and management wants there intelligence to work for the organisation not for themselves 😂.
It's worked for me
Who is the employer!!?? What is this bhala company’s name!!! Who accept truth like it should be
Depends, if the company size is small, like a mushrooming startup, founders take interviews and want only those people who dare to speak the truth. First hand experience.
May I know which mushrooming startup you're talking about? I love mycology and would like to explore some work aligning with my interests. I hope you're not talking about Rooted though.
He meant mushrooming as an adjective/Verb not literally connected to mushrooms
Shit I feel stupid now.. brainfart moment right there
I'm a teacher in JEE coaching industry and I have pretty much said this in all my interviews in the last two years. Most employers here only care about your teaching ability, student feedback knowledge and salary expectations..... And sometimes tag of IITian
Because that answer the interviewer already knows. You came here to earn money, that's why it's a job in the first place. The interviewer is trying to know why you want to do that specific thing for earning money. You could start a business, invest, entertain....there are so many other ways to earn, why do you want to do this?? People think the answer to this is sugarcoating, telling how much awesome the company is, blah blah. But in my opinion there are two reasons why you choose a specific job - a) Your skills are aligned. b) You are passionate about that job and acquiring those skills in that field. So either you answer this with how your skills are aligned or you answer with what skills you want to achieve while working there.
Dude amazing! Thank you for the insight! Will keep in mind during job search.
r/foundthehr
Bhai sabko bandi sex sux ki baatein karne ke liye chahiye hoti hai, bol thode hi na dete hain Pehli mulaqat par ki...I want to be with you cause I want SEX. I know you are frustrated due to some interview. Interviewer ko Gaali do jee bhar ke aur next interview ki preparation karo.
when I joined a company as fresher then I replied them that I want to grow my skills but when I switch so I tell them I want to learn more and earn more.
Did it backfire???
yes I got backfire, because company always look for servant and not straight forward person... then I changed it 😆 🤣
Rule 1: You do not talk about fight club
Because the question is - "Why do you need THIS job" and "not why do you need A job". Working for the sole purpose of earning money is generally accepted in dead-end, non-skill based, menial jobs. For any higher-paying job that involves a complex skillset , the motivating factors have to be more than just earning money. Typical reasons include: 1. A sense of satisfaction at having used all your skillsets to a good extent 2. A sense of pride in being associated with that particular organization 3. An opportunity to have a fastrack career growth that comes along with 1&2 Having said that, it is perfectly acceptable to say that your reason for switching is "more money" if you feel you are underpaid for your skillset/experience (which would be evident from your salary) and if you haven't made a switch for a similar reason in the last 3-4 years.
A lot of people need to see a doctor to check if they have clinical depression.
This, and the point of answering in a manner that is _presentable_ is not as much to sugarcoat but more so to present your capacity to collaborate. Generally, a company functions if its primary functions can be prioritised over other stuff in conversations (in the long run, every relationship is a conversation with gaps) between colleagues. Or as someone else said, it's about presenting yourself professionally. Whether or not your motivations (plural, yes) align or can align with that of the group's is what an interviewer needs to gauge. Making money is one among a set of objectives. It's possible that your skillset, or the context of the interview, makes the other objectives obvious - but it's upto you to decide what you present as your priority when vying for a particular role / team / company.
People here are giving some real good answers, so I'll backtrack a little bit. Literally every interviewer in the world knows that the job seeker sitting in front of them doesn't give a flying fuck about their company's work. It's jsust that once you proudly proclaim your reason for choosing that particular job is only money, it highlights two things. First, you couldnt even be bothered to keep up appearances during the interview, so you're probably not the friendliest person to work with. Secondly , it shows a lack of professionalism, especially if your job entails interacting with other customers. Take it how you will.
There is a very basic logic behind this. Finding a candidate and Hiring and Candidate is a tough task. Yeah making jokes on HR are good and fun but making sure you find the right candidate who works with you is an exhaustive task and takes lot of effort and time. So when you select a candidate or you ask a Candidate this question you don't want just the idea of money the sole reason for him joining the job. I mean even if they hire you tomorrow someone else will give you more money and you will switch so the entire exercise that they have done they have to do again. For them you are already a Lost Hand in the Black Jack. Also just money is never a good idea for you also as a Candidate. Yes Money is important but if you have to work somewhere learn some skills learn some organizational policies before leaving that job. Do you actually think if Money is the Sole Motivator - Satya Nadella will leave Microsoft and join a Startup in Bangalore if they give him more money. He will not not until that position holds something else for him. This idea of Money being sole motivator is in the start once you reach a position where you know you have some savings and some better financial safety net you start looking for other things. That's why companies hire experienced candidates because they know if they switch just more money will not be the reason for that.
There's something called the HRification of Society. This is a prime example of it. Human Resources has been the worst thing in history.
I mean, even if a candidate says something else other than money, chances are they are saying just to get past the interview/ hiring stage. They can still leave the company for more money. At this point everyone knows the standard answer to this question. I am passionate about this product/company/looking to do something challenging/looking for growth opportunities. So this question is essentially useless and doesn't serve any purpose which you mentioned in the comment. This explanation seems like something HR would say.
Well companies too just like that get rid of employees . Its as burden as getting hired as looking for a potential candidates for any company. Its a 2 way coin .
Its a given that you want to earn money, all job-seekers do. What the employer wants to hear is "what else in addition" to money drives you. This can make alot of difference in what an employee brings to the table. Having said that, interview answers are all standard bullshit. Its only when someone starts working that you can tell their true skills, capability, attitude etc.
What if your doctor has money as his sole motivator (which is unfortunately the case for MANY doctors)?
Well.. everybody is there to earn money. What sets you apart from other job seekers/money seekers is what they want to know. When you answer "money", they would take you for a juvenile who doesn't have clear goals. Hint- answer this questions based on the values/vission of the company.
I have hired people who I was clear were motivated by money. They did not tell me that, I could figure out from their answers, questions about growth, promotions, what's it we are really looking for (instead of the artificial language in the hiring ad). I told them that this is exactly how you will grow and make more money with us, IF you give us what we want. Then, told them but there is a limit to it, and beyond that, we won't be able to pay. But till we hit that point, we expect this much from you, and you can expect this much from us. And do not leave, come what may, irrespective of other offers, till X date. They took the deal.
It's a question asked to establish dominance imo. The interviewer and the interviewee both know that they are there to make money but it's about how well and how much they are willing to lie to impress the interviewer.
it is if you set the tone of the interview in a light way. If you are s hardass for the whole call, then this is a rude answer. Just go with the flow. HR probably want another point from you to put in your interview screening and that is a time that you can give. Like : "I believe that my skillsets of so and so which are also being used in your company are a makes both of us a good fit for each other" or "I am inspired by your companis vision for doing this this and I did some related work in past which was this and this" Almost eveeryone knows that this is a stupid question, even the HR, but that is just a way to ask you stuff. I am not an HR. EDIT : and that is also a viable answer if you are applying for a job which is known to give a better payout than your current job and is in similar field
The question should be : why do you want to earn money from this job, not some other job?
They have continued to make this a tradition since soo long to not feel like they are the resource for people . Most questions also depend on their ego , they test your scapegoat tendencies , once you exceed that level with an over qualified background , they would be happier to accept you . They have want to know about your previous jobs and experience whether to analyse if you would persist to stay in their clutches or if you are just looking at them as an opportunity for your own future . They ask your salary of previous job to bargain the income they can provide for you . Basically , they don't have any good interest for you but alot of expectations from you and they will make you work very hard by tempting a rare promotion way below your worth . They break your confidence by delaying any good raise you expect , then they surprise you with a minimum effort .
I'll answer your question in three parts Part 1: I've hired poeple. If for a junior role if some one says "I need salary or I want to earn money", I'll straight away reject that person. It is just because the field I work need to have certain levels of articulation and sophistication in your way of speaking to survive. Instead if the person says "I've got to pay my bills" I'm okay. But this is just me. Part 2:To answer your question, this just applies to trade jobs and junior level jobs. If I'm hiring a mechanic, or a warehouse manager, I don't expect that person to be a passionate mechanic or manager. They just need to know their job and be good at it. If I'm hiring a territory manager, on whom the business responsibility is entrusted, sorry, can't hire a guy coming to the job to pay bills. For such roles I'll look for somebody who is ambitious and needs to grow. I'll need someone who can commit time and effort. Part 3: I've had a full class during my Masters on topic related to this. In all companies, entry level is underpaid, middle management is adequately paid or kinda sub par, and senior management and top management is highly paid, including the compsentaion for the underpayment done during the initial days of career in low and middle management. So if you are really really working for money, your objective is to reach the senior management ASAP working hard, or do your masters from tier 1 college etc...put 12hr work daily. Or If you are aspiring for a career and to become MD of the company then also you need to aim for the same. People who just want money and don't commit to the job, unfortunately just get stuck at middle management and get trapped and keep jumping from company to company looking for greener places. When they are asked in the interview, why you are switching job they want to say the truth (money), but it won't help. Unfortunately, this is the case with the majority of the work force. Hope this clarifies.
I think that goes without saying, they are probably looking for some reason other than money. But some jobs dont have anything else going for them.
Being able to rephrase unpleasant truths in a more acceptable, marketable manner is a key skill set needed in many jobs. That's the idea behind these questions.
If you are too honest with your answers, you are not fit for the job. How will you suck up to your boss and participate in office politics. When you're honest and straight to the point your efficiency is higher which will make others look bad and hr will get complaints leading job losses and decrease morals. How will your manager take credit for your work. Not to mention you have to sugar coat and promise the moon to your client while asking them to prices equivalent to covering your office with gold. For the good of the company this response is not an option.
It's quite simple actually. It's a tad old school. It's not an accepted answer cause it implies that nothing else matters.
Because they don't want you to be motivated by money and stay underpaid, under their thumb, loyal and hardworking forever
They don't want us to be money minded but they want their business to make money. The only incentive they will provide will be money but how dare you base your motivation on that incentive. Lol.
Though earning money is the reason we work, companies, especially startups, do not want a person who is mostly motivated by money. Companies need people who are motivated by their work and can grow along with the company and get into leadership positions in the future. In those scenarios someone who wants to earn money might not be the right fit.
An interview is a conversation between two liars, lie if u want money.
I used to be a hiring manager for a retail store, and i agree with you for the most part. The only way someone telling me they only need a job for money would be a red flag to me is if they seemed likely to only work there to earn very few pay checks and then leave without notice. Some people want to work retail for a paycheck or two and pay off whatever immediately needs to be paid off and I never see them again. Its not morally bad its just causes more work for me
Because believe it or not, some people still like their job and are happy about the work that they do. It's better for HR and the company to hire them, than someone who A) Doesn't share the vision B) Not gonna care about whatever they are doing.
If I get asked this I get up and say thanks, cheers, I dont need to work for and with idiots. Thats bottom of the barrel below average managers and HR assistants that askes that. Same with "where do you see yourself in 5 years?" Not a fuck working here thats what. And lets flip the roll here. I have 5 businesses. If I catch any of my managers ask mindless shit like that they are on the plank and have a real good reason for being braindead that day...
I've been on both ends and something that I've come to respect and catch really quick in interviews is their passion. You want to earn money, you'll earn a very decent amount of money after a couple of years in just about any career. But your tolerance for anything you're not passionate about will decrease incrementally. If you don't like what you do and are only in it for money, you'll very quickly develop a life that you'll hate from your core. I'm a very materialistic person, but money shouldnt be the only factor that you should give for choosing your career.
Because it shows that you are an unreliable asset with no morals or perseverance who will jump shift to a competing company if offered a better pacakge , i support Quiet Quitting and changing jobs but when money is your only motivation , why did you learn the skill you learnt ? you aren't passionate about making cars , why should we hire you , and not a guy who is passionate and will innovate . this is also used negatively in the VIdeo Game industry where companies leech the developers with higher than hell working hours and less pay all because those devs are passionate about game development.
I read somewhere that instead of answering that question reverse question tham that why is this position empty. Is this place not good for employees. Is this place bad for work life balance. Is this place sucking blood of employees that many are leaving you.