Question: Describe a time when you misunderstood someone else’s verbal instructions. What happened and how did you handle it?
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- N/A
Follow-up questions:
- How do you prevent this from happening again?
Question Details:
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Skills:
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What to look for in an answer:
The candidate’s oral comprehension and listening skills.
The candidate’s analytical thinking skills.
Red Flags to Watch For:
The candidate’s poor oral comprehension and listening skills.
The candidate’s poor analytical thinking skills.
Sample Answer:
Whenever miscommunication happens, I investigate and ask questions to clarify. I apologize then correct my mistake.
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