Positive Behavioral Questions Flashcards
Describe a Situation Where You Disagreed With a Supervisor
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“Tell me about a time you had a conflict at work.”
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“Tell me about a situation where you had to solve a difficult problem.”
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Describe a time where you had to work well under pressure.
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“Give me an example of a time when you motivated others.”
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“Tell me about a time where you had to delegate tasks during a project”
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“Give me an example of when you showed initiative and took the lead.”
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“Tell me about your proudest professional accomplishment.”
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Describe a situation in which you were able to use persuasion to successfully convince someone to see things your way.
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Describe a time when you were faced with a stressful situation that demonstrated your coping skills.
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Give me an example of a time when you set a goal and were able to meet or achieve it.
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Tell me about a time when you had to use your presentation sills to influence someone’s opinion.
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Give me a specific example of a time when you had to conform to a policy with which you did not agree.
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Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.
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Tell me about a time when you had too many things to do and you were required to prioritize your tasks.
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Give me an example of a time when you had to make a split second decision.
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Tell me about a difficult decision you’ve made in the last year.
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Give me an example of when you showed initiative and took the lead.
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Give me an example of a time when you motivated others.
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Tell me about a time when you delegated a project effectively.
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Tell me about a time when you missed an obvious solution to a problem.
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Tell me about a time when you were forced to make an unpopular decision.
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Describe the most significant or creative presentation that you have had to complete.
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Describe a situation where others you were working with on a project disagreed with your ideas. What did you do?
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What was the most complex assignment you have had? What was your role?
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Describe some projects or ideas (not necessarily your own) that were implemented, or carried out successfully primarily because of your efforts.
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Describe a situation that required a number of things to be done at the same time. How did you handle it? What was the result?
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Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was being difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?
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Give me a specific example of something you did that helped build enthusiasm in others?
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Tell me about a difficult situation when it was desirable for you to keep a positive attitude. What did you do?
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Give me an example of a time you had to make an important decision. How did you make the decision? How does it affect you today?
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Give me an example of a time you had to persuade other people to take action. Were you successful?
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Describe a time when you put your needs aside to help someone understand a task. how did you assist him or her? What was the result?
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Describe a time when you were faced with a stressful situation.
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Give a specific example of a time when you used good judgment and logic in solving a problem.
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Give an example of a time when you set a goal and were able to meet or achieve it.
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Give a specific example of a time when you had to conform to a policy with which you did not agree.
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Tell about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.
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Tell about a difficult decision you’ve made in the last year.
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Tell about a recent situation in which you had to deal with a very upset person or co-worker.
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Tell me about a time when you worked the hardest and felt the greatest sense of achievement.
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How have you made a difference at school, work or in the community?
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