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That’s why you’re calling, right? You are looking for help. Even if you are just calling to share the news about what happened, you will surely be asked this question. I believe that people truly want to help, but you have to help them to know how to help you. Answering this question clearly and concisely is absolutely essential, if you want to enlist their help.

Helpful Hint: “As little as possible” is not an acceptable answer to the question, “What kind of work are you looking for?” My response when I hear someone say this? “I’ll let you know when I hear of someone looking for someone to do as little as possible.” Same goes for answers like, “Sell snow cones on the beach in Hawaii.” Even if that is your fondest desire, think of what message that is sending. If you are joking, you still might leave a little doubt in the minds of the people you are talking to.

Let’s look at two possible ways you could answer the question:

Mr. Not Ready’s answer: “I’m really not picky. I am looking for a job in which I can do a lot of different things. I’m really flexible. I’ve managed teams and like to improve processes. Really, anything. You guys hiring?”

Mr. Ready’s answer: “I’m looking for a position in an organization that is experiencing rapid growth or change and that is looking for someone to drive the process changes and improvements necessary. I am a Six Sigma Black Belt who has a lot of experience in both the manufacturing and logistics industries. In both of my last two jobs, I was in a role where I was responsible for improving a system of processes that were not working well, but were core to the company’s success.

I find that I really excel in high pressure, fast moving environments where process change is needed quickly. For instance, I read that the XYZ Company in Nobletown has just acquired the ABC Company and is in consolidation mode. They are working to integrate their two distribution systems as quickly as possible. That would be an example of an ideal opportunity for me.”

Who do you believe could help you most effectively? If you were an interviewer, which person would you be more likely to hire? Which one do you want to be?