Question: Describe the methods you have used to keep track of things that require your attention?

Alternative Question Phrasing:

Follow-up questions:

What tools do you use?
How do you make sure you don’t miss anything important??

Question Details:

Question Type:

Knowledge/Skill Based

Skills:

Basic – Monitoring (Making observations of self and environment),Management of Time,Systems Analysis

Work Activity (Task):

Information Input – Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings,Interacting with Others – Monitoring and Controlling Resources,Mental Processes – Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work,Mental Processes – Processing Information,Work Output – Process Management

Work Context (Person-Job/Team/Org Fit):

Job Structure – Structured versus Unstructured Work,Job Structure – Work Schedule Regularity

Work Style (Person-Job Fit):

Attention to Detail

Question Frequency

Question Difficulty

What to look for in an answer:

The candidate’s excellent organization skills.

Red Flags to Watch For:

The candidate’s poor organization skills. If the candidate has no organization systems in place, then it is a possible red flag.

Sample Answer:

In order to prioritize and keep my daily tasks organized, I make use of Google Calendar, Asana, and Sticky Notes. I set daily reminders so I am on track.

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