In any company, there are two types of contributors. There are those who do their assigned work competently. They take the ticket from the top of the queue, complete the tasks as described, and move on to the next one. They meet expectations.

Then there are those who see the bigger picture. They don't just see the ticket; they see the user problem behind the ticket. They don't just fix the bug; they fix the underlying process that created the bug. They don't just do what's asked of them; they look for opportunities to add value that no one has asked for. They don't just meet expectations; they redefine them.

These are the people with a sense of ownership. They act like owners of the business, not just employees. They are the most valuable people on any team.

This question is a direct invitation to show them you belong in that second group. It's your chance to prove you are a proactive, self-starting, and impactful contributor.

What Are They Looking For?