Question: Describe, in your opinion, your worst experience delegating work to someone else. What happened and what did you learn from it?
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- What was the biggest mistake you have made when delegating work as part of a team project?
Follow-up questions:
- What factors do you consider when delegating tasks?
Question Details:
Question Type:
Skills:
Abilities:
Other Factors:
Work Activity (Task):
Work Style (Person-Job Fit):
What to look for in an answer:
The candidate’s delegation skills.
The candidate’s organization skills.
The candidate’s analytical and logical thinking skills.
Red Flags to Watch For:
Answers that reveal poor delegation skills.
Answers that reveal poor analytical skills and illogical thinking.
Sample Answer:
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Question Source:
https://www.zippia.com/employer/behavioural-interview-questions/