Why do you want to work for X company?

I was a guest on a podcast episode over this weekend! (Can’t wait to share which one! Coming soon! 😉).

Spoiler alert - one of the topics we discussed was answering the question “why do you want to join this company”. I won’t give it all away, but here’s a nugget to think about.

❌ Didn’t get my job at Dolby because I thought sound technology was cool (which I did!)
❌ Didn’t get my job at Lucasfilm because I watched every Star Wars movie (which I have!)
❌ Didn’t get my job at Ubisoft because I play video games (I’m not a gamer)
❌ Didn’t get my job at Netflix because I binge watch (which I only occasionally do)

While all these reinforce why I wanted to work at these companies, THIS ISN’T ENOUGH. Being a fan isn't enough. Yup, I said it 🤭

So I challenge you to think bigger because the reality is; employers aren’t super impressed by this answer. So let’s change it up 👇🏼

🏋🏻‍♀️ You have skillsets you'll bring into the company; tell them how you’ll use them.
💡 You love the company’s product; tell them how you want to make it even better.
🪴 You love the company’s mission; tell them how you will contribute to it.
📈 You love the company but see there are some issues that can be addressed; tell them how you want to provide solutions.