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How do you handle a situation where your supervisor does not properly communicate information to you?
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Jordan Henry is a technical and creative writer with experience in career development and resume/cover letter building.
The environment at Adidas is fast-paced; though supervisors have the best intentions, some information may fall through the cracks. Describe your communication preferences and tell the interviewer how you have handled interactions with supervisors in the past.
Jordan Henry is a technical and creative writer with experience in career development and resume/cover letter building.
"Whenever I have had a supervisor who does not properly communicate with me, I try to learn their style of communication and emulate it. Sometimes you have to relate to others in their style to be understood."
Jordan Henry is a technical and creative writer with experience in career development and resume/cover letter building.
"I have had great supervisors in my previous positions; however, if faced with a communication challenge like this, I would ask the supervisor how I could improve communication between us. Rather than placing blame, I believe it's always more effective to ask for growth recommendations."
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When I first got a part-time job in Japan, communication was the biggest problem for me, as my Japanese was weak. To improve the situation, I tried to improve my communication skills, learning the language, and trying to communicate with my manager with my broken Japanese.
I also observed my co-workers as they worked to comprehend the job fully. That way, if I fell into a similar situation, I would learn the best way to communicate with my supervisor to maximize my work.
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This example is great, and a memorable one for the interviewer. I have reworded it slightly to avoid repetition and to add clarity.
"When I landed my first job in Japan, communication was an issue due to the language barrier. To improve the situation, I began to learn the language and could quickly communicate with my manager in broken Japanese. When verbal communication was not an option, I observed my co-workers' actions, to fully comprehend the job. It's important to meet my supervisor on their level when it comes to communication."
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