Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

“Where do you see yourself in 5 years?”

Sigh.
That classic interview question that makes many generalists either laugh nervously or want to reply:“No idea.”

If you’re someone with broad interests, a dynamic career path, or a preference for variety, this question can feel a bit ridiculous.
Because let’s be honest:
Everything changes — you, your work, your passions, the world.

Still, the question isn’t entirely pointless. Its value lies in this:
It invites you to pause and reflect on things like:
– What do I really want more of in my work?
– What matters to me now?
– What direction feels exciting — even if I don’t know the whole map yet?

You don’t need a rigid five-year plan. Especially for generalists, it’s often more helpful to focus on the next meaningful step.
→ Keep checking in with yourself
→ Be willing to pivot
→ And give space to what energizes and inspires you

So maybe the better question is:
👉 What do you want to create more of in your work — starting now?
👉 And what’s one small step you can take in that direction?

Curious to explore that without the pressure of having it all figured out? I’d love to chat, book your appointment down below!