“Where do you see yourself in five years?”
Isn’t that an insane question to ask anyone?
Who are we to know?
How can anyone predict what’s coming next?
Of course, we can plan—
what we want to do,
where we want to go,
what we want to see—
but plans change
as days go by.
And sometimes,
they crumble
without our permission.
And sometimes,
that is how we arrive
somewhere better.
Yes, paths change—
and somehow
we find
our way.
This piece is written in response to the two hundredth and ninety-ninth edition of Fiction Monday inspired by the word prompt – PREDICT hosted by yours truly. Do join in if you have a tale to tell.
Check out my YouTube Channel here.
Beyond Scribbles 
I’ve always thought the old “Where do you see yourself in five years?” was a dumb interview question. The right answer used to be something like, “On the other side of your desk.” But at some point, I realized I did NOT want any of my managers’ jobs. I liked being an individual contributor. I think that the last time I answered this question I said, “As speechwriter for the CEO.” Who was, at that time, Meg Whitman.
LikeLike
I think I make a mistake that I do not visualize my future
in a complete way. Just steps and not the whole stair…
I have to rethink this subject. Thank you!
A fine week ahead, dear Vinitha!❤️😘
LikeLiked by 1 person
I don’t know that this is a bad approach – in some ways, it may be the best approach. See the next few steps, but be open to taking a door on one of the landings before you reach the highest floor. Don’t miss opportunities because you’re hyperfocused on the ultimate destination.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you for your comment. Rethinking again, you are perfectly right.
We have to be present and alert on the path, because anyway the journey
could be more beautiful than the destination…
All the best and a fine weekend, Holly Jahangiri.❤️😘
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, Suzana! You, too!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Petals of choices
fall over destiny’s paths
în the wind of chance.
We find our way
dancing our hopes and plans,
between walls and chasms.
Very inspiring poem!
LikeLike
I don’t know why the comment above is anonymous. I’ll sign here. Have a wonderful week ahead and lots of inspiration!
Carmen Pricop
LikeLiked by 1 person