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Question 33 of 35 for our Management Analyst Mock Interview

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Question 33 of 35

When have you made a recommendation that didn't go as planned? How did you adjust?

As John F. Kennedy said, "Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other." So when answering this question, showcase how you take advantage of every time something doesn't go according to plan as a learning opportunity. The surest way to succeed is to fail, learn from your mistakes so as not to repeat them, and try again.

When answering behavioral-based questions such as 'When have you...,' be sure to apply the STAR method of Situation, Task, Action, Result. Briefly describe the project, what your expected task was, the actions that you took, and the final result. Share information on the lessons that you learned from the experience. The ways you answer should show the interviewer that you are someone who learns from failure.

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  • 33. When have you made a recommendation that didn't go as planned? How did you adjust?

      What You Need to Know

      As John F. Kennedy said, "Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other." So when answering this question, showcase how you take advantage of every time something doesn't go according to plan as a learning opportunity. The surest way to succeed is to fail, learn from your mistakes so as not to repeat them, and try again.

      When answering behavioral-based questions such as 'When have you...,' be sure to apply the STAR method of Situation, Task, Action, Result. Briefly describe the project, what your expected task was, the actions that you took, and the final result. Share information on the lessons that you learned from the experience. The ways you answer should show the interviewer that you are someone who learns from failure.

      Written by Kevin Downey on July 25th, 2023

      Answer Example

      "While working for Company ABC, I had to create a feasibility report for a new system that would increase the efficiency of our site office. I researched its impact on our internal processes, employee efficiency, and customer satisfaction. However, I failed to consider its impact on our suppliers. As such, the management team rejected my proposal and asked me to revisit the shortfall in my research. I felt frustrated because I missed an important factor, but I carried on and went back to the drawing board to revise it accordingly. In the end, I pivoted my approach, and my management team accepted the changes. That incident taught me to be more thorough in my research and bring my proposal to a colleague for review before assuming my final presentation is perfect."

      Written by Ryan Brown on August 11th, 2014