Question: Describe a time when you were in a situation where honesty might be considered inappropriate. What happened and what did you do?
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- Tell me about a business situation when you felt honesty was inappropriate. Why? What did you do?
Follow-up questions:
- What was your take away from that experience?
Question Details:
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Other Factors:
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Work Style (Person-Job Fit):
What to look for in an answer:
The candidate’s professionalism.
The candidate’s logical thinking.
Red Flags to Watch For:
Answers that reveal illogical thinking and poor ethics.
Sample Answer:
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Question Source:
https://www.zippia.com/employer/behavioural-interview-questions/