Question: Describe an original idea or solution that you have developed, implemented and evaluated.

Alternative Question Phrasing:

N/A

Follow-up questions:

N/A

Question Details:

Question Type:

Behavioral

Skills:

Basic – Critical Thinking,Basic – Science and Logic,Complex Problem Solving,Systems – Judgment and Decision Making,Systems Analysis,Systems Evaluation

Abilities:

Cognitive – Originality,Cognitive – Problem Sensitivity (Problem Recognition),Cognitive – Visualisation

Other Factors:

Personal Improvement (Growth),Personality-Job Fit,Personality-Organization Fit

Work Activity (Task):

Information Input – Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events,Information Input – Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (for Problem Identification),Information Input – Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings,Interacting with Others – Innovation Management,Mental Processes – Analyzing Data or Information,Mental Processes – Developing Objectives and Strategies,Mental Processes – Judging the Value of Things, Services, or People,Mental Processes – Making Decisions and Solving Problems,Mental Processes – Processing Information,Mental Processes – Thinking Creatively (Creativity)

Work Context (Person-Job/Team/Org Fit):

Interpersonal Relationships – Interacting with Upper Management,Interpersonal Relationships – Relationship With Supervisor,Interpersonal Relationships – Responsibility for Outcomes and Results of Others

Work Style (Person-Job Fit):

Achievement/Effort (Action/Result Orientation),Adaptability/Flexibility,Analytical Thinking,Assertiveness/Courage,Attention to Detail,Independence,Innovation,Persistence/Perseverance

Question Frequency

Question Difficulty

What to look for in an answer:

If the candidate emphasizes on the results of their idea. Has it improved business?
If the candidate example is in the related field.
If the candidate show confidence about implementing similar ideas in your company.
You are looking if the candidate is able to think independently and tries to improve efficiency.

Red Flags to Watch For:

If the candidate shares an idea that was refused by their employers.
If the candidate talks about failed or ineffective ideas.
If the candidate gets into extensive details of the idea. You are not really interested in the detailed explanation of the idea, especially if it sounds complicated.

Sample Answer:

N/A

Question Source: https://www.totaljobs.com/advice/most-common-competency-based-interview-questions