Question: Describe a time when you were working with a colleague on a project and you disagreed with his/her idea. What was the idea and how did you express your concerns.
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- Tell me about a time you disagreed with a coworker’s idea on a project you were both working on together. How did you express your opposition and what happened?
Follow-up questions:
- How important is it to reach an agreement for instances like this?
Question Details:
Question Type:
Skills:
Other Factors:
Work Activity (Task):
Work Context (Person-Job/Team/Org Fit):
Work Style (Person-Job Fit):
What to look for in an answer:
The candidate’s professionalism especially in managing conflicts.
Red Flags to Watch For:
The candidate’s lack of professionalism especially in managing conflicts.
Sample Answer:
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Question Source:
https://resources.workable.com/interview-questions/