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What will be the proper way to answer the following during a job interview?

what will be the proper way to answer the following during a job interview>> are you welling to work in "another location" a diff city? other than just saying yes or no. because honestly .. one of the key factors to move a way is their offer. but that might be negative to mention!! let me know what u think.

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Question added by Ali Alabdulmohsen , Key Account Manager , The Saudi British Bank - Sabb
Date Posted: 2014/08/31
Amit Sheth
by Amit Sheth , HR Center Head , Dassault Systemes ; 3DPLM Software Solutions Limited

Package on offer would mean less or more in particular region as per the cost of living in the place being considered. More than what may sound negative, it is the honesty in the reply that is important.

(Moving to another location could mean more savings, or peaceful living (away from traffic and noise), or something beneficial).

To answer this question: candidate can show interest in relocation and proactively inform about the benefits of relocation to certain places - cities / towns. The interviewer will get an idea of what types of places are you interested and why.

Moiz Siddiqui
by Moiz Siddiqui , Environment Health And Safety Officer , Dawlance Private Limited

If my job responsibility requires travelling or relocation than the answer is surely "Yes". I am passionate about my work and my aim has always been to complete the job within the given timeline no matter what challanges I may have to face.

La forma correcta de responder a una entrevista de trabajo es ser honesto y claro en las respuestas, mostrar interés y entusiasmo por el puesto y la empresa, y destacar las habilidades y experiencias relevantes para el trabajo. También es importante escuchar atentamente las preguntas del entrevistador y responder de manera adecuada y respetuosa. Además, se debe vestir adecuadamente, llegar puntual y mantener una actitud profesional en todo momento.

ARNULFO NOAH  ESLAWAN SOLAMILLO
by ARNULFO NOAH ESLAWAN SOLAMILLO , Health Safety Security and Environment Officer , Kentz SNC Lavalin Engineers and Contractors Company

Always be courteous and respectful in answering to the Interviewer. In other words be Humble always anywhere and anytime.

Ekram Alossimy
by Ekram Alossimy , مدقق إدارة الجودة Iso , مستشفى الجمهوري

هي عدم التوتر والتوكل على الله في الإجابات والثقة بالنفس

IMRAN KHAN
by IMRAN KHAN , Accountant , Qureshi Telecom & Contracting Co.

Show that you are interested and wants the job so much like your life depended on it. Do your research, come prepared and show sincerity.

الطاهر حامد
by الطاهر حامد , مدير فرع , وسم الطاقة

Conduct a personal interview

Abdullah Alfaya
by Abdullah Alfaya , فني الالات الدقيه واجهزه التحكم , الشركه الوطنيه للمحافظه على البيئه

In an honest and respectful way

Muhammad Khalid
by Muhammad Khalid , Professor , Tuition Developments

Mind Shaping the Global Changes.

hany elhoby
by hany elhoby , Lecturer of Computer Science , Buraydah Private Colleges

Be Yourself Raise Your Skills aware your body language Be sure your skills meet the organization requirements

Mohamed Awad
by Mohamed Awad , General Marketing Director , Rident Dental Centers

Being honest yet diplomatic when addressing the relocation question during a job interview is important. Since the relocation would be based on various factors, including the compensation package, you can express your openness to the idea without committing. Here is a possible approach:

“Thank you for raising that question. I am open to exploring opportunities that will be mutually beneficial and contribute positively to my career growth. Relocating to another city is a significant decision. I would consider it if the role and the overall package align with my career goals and personal circumstances. I am very interested in the position and excited about the potential of contributing to the team.”

This response shows that you are open to opportunities but also clarifies that your decision to relocate would be contingent on various factors. It avoids outright mention of compensation but implies that the overall package is one of the considerations. This is a balanced way of addressing the question without appearing to be focused solely on financial gain.

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