Question: Describe a time when you took the initiative to find and possibly solve problems at your work place.
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- Describe a time when you proactively identified and addressed an issue at your company.
Follow-up questions:
- Were these actions welcomed by your team, manager, and organization?
- What was the outcome?
Question Details:
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Other Factors:
Work Activity (Task):
Work Style (Person-Job Fit):
What to look for in an answer:
The candidate’s problem solving skills.
The candidate’s initiative to help solve problems or issues.
Red Flags to Watch For:
Answers that reveal poor problem solving skills.
The candidate’s lack of initiative.
Sample Answer:
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Question Source:
https://resources.workable.com/interview-questions/