Human Answer

TRAPS:

You don’t want to give a specific number. Make it to low, and you may not measure up. Too high, and you’ll forever feel guilty about sneaking out the door at 5:15.

BEST ANSWER:

If you are in fact a workaholic and you sense this company would like that: Say you are a confirmed workaholic, that you often work nights and weekends. Your family accepts this because it makes you fulfilled.

If you are not a workaholic: Say you have always worked hard and put in long hours. It goes with the territory. It one sense, it’s hard to keep track of the hours because your work is a labor of love, you enjoy nothing more than solving problems. So you’re almost always thinking about your work, including times when you’re home, while shaving in the morning, while commuting, etc.

ChatGPT Answer

When answering this question, it's important to be honest and to provide an answer that is aligned with the company's expectations and the position you are applying for. One way to answer this question is to say something like, "I am committed to putting in the time and effort required to get the job done. I believe that the number of hours worked is less important than the results achieved. That being said, I typically work around 40-45 hours a week." Another way to answer this question is to say something like, "I am flexible and willing to put in extra time when necessary to meet deadlines or handle unexpected workloads. On average, I work around 40 hours a week, but I am willing to work additional hours as needed." You can also mention something like, "I believe in working smart, not hard. I make sure to be efficient with my time and prioritize my tasks, so I can finish my work within regular working hours. On average, I work around 35-40 hours a week, but I am willing to put in extra effort if needed to achieve a specific goal." It's important to note that if the position you are applying for has different working hours, you should be aware of that and adjust your answer accordingly. And also if you are applying for a remote work position, you can also mention something about how you manage your time and how you can be productive and efficient even working from home.