"I will determine which project or task requires my attention by the number of hours we are behind and the scope of the project. I am comfortable delegating tasks when needed, but I am also aware that these times will require additional hours from me. I have never underdelivered on a deadline because I keep myself and my calendar organized ."

"I have to do this daily in my current job when I have a busy day-to-day task list alongside multiple long-term projects. I use a project management tool to keep track of long-term projects and set aside time each week to continue progress on those. I also find that setting aside time each day for emails, phone calls, and returning messages is helpful rather than trying to stay on top of it all day. This helps me prioritize my work."

Assure the interviewer that you can be diligent when assessing your priorities. To best answer this question, talk about the tools and resources you use to keep your work organized and on track for success. Then discuss your ability to make informed decisions on what is the most important. Always remember that communication is a key to success when multitasking; your interviewer will be looking for you to include this aspect in your answer.