When have you had to be extra thorough in completing tasks?
Many roles at Amgen require the employee to be detail-oriented and small mistakes could have a negative impact on the team and business. The interviewer is trying to discover more about how you focus on a project, if you can avoid distractions, and how you deliver accurate and quality results. Discuss a time when you were extra thorough during a work-related project.
"In my current roles, I have many data analytics projects in Excel. The data is critical to the work we do so I make sure that I take my time when entering and reviewing information. I do not multitask when I'm working on such projects and I exit platforms that could be distracting when I need to really focus (i.e. Teams, Zoom, Google Chats, etc.). I take breaks as needed if I start to make mistakes and when I have a finished product, I spot check my data and formulas and will often have a second set of eyes review it whether it's a team member or my supervisor."
"I often work on accounting projects that require 100% accuracy. Before I start a project, I take lots of notes and ask questions where I need clarity. When I begin, I often do tasks that require a lot of attention to detail and focus early in the day when my mind is fresh and sharp and when my distractions are minimal. I create milestones to work through the project and I frequently go back and check my work as I progress, giving it one final review before submitting."
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Anonymous Answer
When I had to enter patient information in the C3 system I was extra detailed oriented because a small mistake could negatively affect the outcome of the project. I also helped other people to identify small mistakes and corrected them.
Jaymie's Feedback
Your response shows that you understand the importance of accuracy in your work! Can you elaborate on the techniques or strategies you used? For example, spot-checking your work regularly, using tools to catch errors, or not rushing to complete your work?
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