- 1). Recognize indirect questions on relocation. Some interviewers may ask questions about your marital status, whom you live with, whether you plan to have children, how many children you might already have and what your child care arrangements are. These questions are illegal, but if your interviewer does word questions in this manner, recognize that they are an indirect way of asking if you can relocate or travel.
- 2). Answer indirect or illegal relocation questions without revealing any personal details. Instead of saying that you are married and have two children, tell your interviewer that your family life has never interfered with your ability to perform your duties. Another strategy is to tell the interviewer that your spouse is completely supportive of your career and is willing to move for the job.
- 3). Answer direct relocation questions openly. Many people say something like "Yes, for the right opportunity, I would be open to consider relocation," according to employment expert George Gurney at Dear Headhunter. This answer tells your interviewer that you are not necessarily committed to the company and would rather not relocate. Avoid using words that allow for wiggle room, such as "I may consider it."
- 4). Tailor your answer to the relocation question with your career as your No. 1 priority. Let the interviewer know that your career comes first, that you are very excited to join the company and that where you live is not as important as your work.
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