Question: Describe a time when you, as a manager, had to deliver bad news to your team. What happened and how did you deliver the news?
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- Describe a time when you had to announce bad news to your team.
Follow-up questions:
- What did you learn from that experience?
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What to look for in an answer:
The candidate’s presentation skills.
The candidate’s critical thinking skills.
Red Flags to Watch For:
The candidate’s ineffective presentation skills.
The candidate’s poor critical thinking skills.
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