What do you hope to achieve in life, (a question we used to be asked a little more?)

I've achieved a lot in my life, not as much as others, and yet more than others. The goals I set for myself when I was young have been achieved - education, work, marriage, family, travel, charity, music, poetry, books, etc. I have lived a full life.

The only thing I have not achieved yet is my PhD. That has been in my mind to accomplish since I was a teen, and I'm a few months away from finally achieving that goal. Almost there!
 
To fulfill to the best of my ability the purpose(s) God has for me in life. I see some in retrospect, however I know that I will never know for sure every time that he uses me for his good. Generally speaking I always wanted to help people. Past includes Military, Police Dispatcher, Now business owner in-contract to sell. Health issues now time to be semi retired. Looking forward to what HE has in mind for me next ❤️
 
RFW said:
I feel lucky that I wasn't born in this day and age where everything is highly competitive.
Some 40 years ago, I wasn't ambitious at all. I've never been the type to say all the right things in an interview. I was told I could have been given a promotion a long time ago, had I been more assertive. I didn't know how to do it without being seen as a smartass. I'd rather let my performance speak instead of words.

I didn't achieve all I wanted to but there came a time when I had to remind myself that it was time to let it go.
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We are kindred spirits. I was told by a boss early in my career that I didn't "toot my own horn" like one of my colleagues so I wouldn't go very far. I also relied on my performance. I was always stealthy about what I accomplished but ultimately it was noticed and after many years I became an executive within my company. It reinforced my thought that working hard and smart can ultimately pay off. I saw a lot of people who were all talk fall by the wayside along the way. And I retired in a higher position than that colleague who is still in the business.

I also had no particular ambition when I was younger but I found a career that I enjoyed and became good at it. After 35 years in that career I have achieved everything I want in life... health, financial security, self-acceptance, love and emotional well-being. I am always aware that they can be taken away at any given time so I am thankful every day.
 
palides2021 said:
I've achieved a lot in my life, not as much as others, and yet more than others. The goals I set for myself when I was young have been achieved - education, work, marriage, family, travel, charity, music, poetry, books, etc. I have lived a full life.

The only thing I have not achieved yet is my PhD. That has been in my mind to accomplish since I was a teen, and I'm a few months away from finally achieving that goal. Almost there!
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You are such an amazing lady. I love your new Avatar. It really speaks to who you are!
 
palides2021 said:
I've achieved a lot in my life, not as much as others, and yet more than others. The goals I set for myself when I was young have been achieved - education, work, marriage, family, travel, charity, music, poetry, books, etc. I have lived a full life.

The only thing I have not achieved yet is my PhD. That has been in my mind to accomplish since I was a teen, and I'm a few months away from finally achieving that goal. Almost there!
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That's pretty cool! You'll be Dr. palides2021! :) What's the topic of your dissertation?
 
grahamg said:
nyone who has ever attended a job interview, certainly at a large company, may well have been asked "What do you wish to achieve in your life/career".
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Reminds me of a poster I did

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I would feel ashamed if I lifted from my body in this life without some contribution to the world;
without trying to reach my full potential, without doing anything I could to make this a better world;
even if it's only by sending positive thought and love into the atmosphere.
I take this present life as a responsibility to enhance life for anyone, to affect the quality of life
to help others and to grow and evolve my soul.
 
grahamg said:
What did they say when you used the punchline I wonder?
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Actually, I did eventually get kicked upstairs, and then top level (VP Operations)
Interviewed tons of folks
Didn't have to, just chose to
Rather fun
Poor, nervous folks
I'd would immediately put those folks at ease with a bit of light banter
A relaxed individual brings themselves to the table, good honest dialogue, not scared rabbit drivel

The others, the pompous ones, I'd say something like 'OK, let's cut the crap'
after hearing their scripted lines
It was all I could do to not cut the interview short
I never hired the pompous
I never regretted who I hired
 
Some more research:
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/interviewing/what-is-your-greatest-accomplishment

“What is your greatest accomplishment?” Some other ways this might be asked includes:

  • What work are you most proud of?
  • What would you consider your most impressive achievement?
  • Can you describe an important goal you accomplished?
This question provides you the opportunity to share a relevant, impressive accomplishment that demonstrates the value you will bring to your potential employer. In this article, we discuss reasons why interviewers ask this question and how to answer it with examples.

Why do interviewers ask this question?​

Interviewers ask this question to gain insight about your proven work and what achievements you view as most valuable and important. When interviewers ask about your greatest accomplishment, they are interested in learning about three main things:

  1. Your work ethic: Interviewers are interested in what you view as an “accomplishment” and the proven work you completed to achieve it.
  2. Your core values: Interviewers are interested in which accomplishment you select as your “greatest” and why.
  3. Examples of your work: Interviewers want to learn about specific examples of your work. These examples give them an idea of projects you have completed and what they can expect from you.

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