Question: In your experience as a leader, describe a time when your team faced a difficult project but you managed to keep them motivated. How did your team respond to you, and what happened in the end?

Alternative Question Phrasing:

How do you motivate your team members during challenging projects? Please give an example from your experience.

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What to look for in an answer:

The candidate’s leadership and management skills.
The candidate’s motivating skills.

Red Flags to Watch For:

Answers that reveal poor leadership skills and ineffective management.

Sample Answer:

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