Question: Imagine this scenario: You are working on a project for a client. You are about 50% done when the client informs you of major changes in the project. These changes most likely mean that your previous progress on the project would go to waste. What would you do at this point?
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- You have been working on a client’s project for a while, when your manager informs you that the project’s requirements changed suddenly. What would you do?
Follow-up questions:
- Why did you choose to do it this way?
- Has this ever happened to you?
Question Details:
Question Type:
Skills:
Abilities:
Work Activity (Task):
Information Input – Estimating Characteristics of Objects, Events, or Information,Information Input – Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events,Interacting with Others – Communicating with Persons Outside Organization,Interacting with Others – Provide Consultation and Advice to Others,Interacting with Others – Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (Conflict Management),Mental Processes – Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Work Context (Person-Job/Team/Org Fit):
Work Style (Person-Job Fit):
What to look for in an answer:
Look for communication skills, ability to adapt, and project management skills.
Red Flags to Watch For:
Look out for answers that show bad communication skills, unwililng to adapt, blaming others, and any negative reaction.
Sample Answer:
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Question Source:
https://resources.workable.com/interview-questions/