Question: Describe your most favorite manager, and the one trait that they have that you admire the most.
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- What is something you admire about a favorite manager you’ve had? Why?
Follow-up questions:
- How would you go about achieving this trait if you don’t currently possess it?
- Why did you choose this manager?
- How important is this trait?
- Do you have this trait too?
- Are you looking to work for something with this trait too?
Question Details:
Question Type:
Knowledge:
Other Factors:
Work Activity (Task):
Work Context (Person-Job/Team/Org Fit):
Interpersonal Relationships – Face-to-Face Discussions,Interpersonal Relationships – Interacting with Upper Management,Interpersonal Relationships – Public Speaking/Presentation,Interpersonal Relationships – Relationship With Supervisor,Interpersonal Relationships – Work With Work Group or Team (As a member, not a leader)
What to look for in an answer:
Look out for communication skills (verbal), reasoning skills, critical thinking
Red Flags to Watch For:
If the interviewee can’t think quickly, has no examples, no justification.
If the interviewee admires negative traits or undesirable traits.
Sample Answer:
The interviewee should mention a trait of good quality, and clear reasoning and justification for their choice.
Question Source:
https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/marketing-interview-questions