Question: Describe an aspect of yourself or a trait that you have that others may be surprised to know about you.
Alternative Question Phrasing:
- What is something I would be surprised to learn about you?
Follow-up questions:
- Why did you choose this trait?
- Why would this surprise me?
Question Details:
Question Type:
Skills:
Abilities:
Work Activity (Task):
What to look for in an answer:
You are looking to learn more about the candidate’s personality in general.
Red Flags to Watch For:
If the trait in question is somehow not going to fit with the job, team or organization.
Sample Answer:
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Question Source:
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