Question: Describe a time when you missed a deadline. What happened and what did you learn?
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- Have you ever missed a deadline? If so, what happened? If not, how do you make sure you’re not falling behind?
Follow-up questions:
- Did you do anything to prevent it from happening again? What preventive measures did you do?
Question Details:
Question Type:
Other Factors:
Work Activity (Task):
Work Style (Person-Job Fit):
What to look for in an answer:
The candidate’s organization skills.
The candidate’s professionalism and commitment to deadlines.
Red Flags to Watch For:
The candidate’s [poor organization skills.
The candidate’s lack of professionalism and inability to meet deadlines.
Sample Answer:
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