Anthem Mock Interview
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Question 8 of 35
At Anthem, we have many positions where employees work remotely 99% of the time. How would you set yourself up for success at your home office?
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Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
The interviewer wants to see that you have a plan for how to work from home successfully. Some people can't handle this lack of structure, so show that you can be productive.
Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"I was able to work from home a few days a week in my last role. I follow a specific routine. Working in pajamas does NOT happen in my house; I dress as if I was going to work, go to a specific office space in my home, and take regular breaks as I would in the office. I utilize Skype and chat features to keep in touch with colleagues so it doesn't feel isolating."
Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"I enjoy the flexibility that working from home offers. Last year when I was in school, I took several online courses. I worked in a quiet place, free of noise and distraction, so I could fully focus on the material. I also took advantage of all the online communities so it felt like my "classmates" were accessible. I met with people face-to-face when I had the chance so we built a relationship. I would use all of these tools in this position."
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Working from home can feel isolating at times and can put a damper on productivity. In order to be successful, I would ensure I kept a similar routine as if I was going into the office. I would get dressed, have breakfast, etc. I would ensure my workspace is separate from my living arrangements but make my workspace feel comfortable as well. I would make sure to take regular breaks from work and ensure that I would log off at a set time and not work past my working time.
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While it is certainly true that remote roles can feel isolating at times, I would suggest leading with a more positive, strengths-focused approach.
I have provided an example in the "Revised Answer" section of how this could be slightly re-worded.
To set myself up for success while working remotely, I would ensure that I kept a daily routine, just as if I was going into the office. I would get dressed, have a healthy breakfast, make sure my plans for the day were organized, and ensure that my workspace is comfortable and inviting, but separate from my living arrangements. I would take breaks from work, as needed, and find ways to stay connected to my colleagues virtually, even sharing lunch or a coffee hour. While some people may find remote work to be isolating, I am capable of being highly productive while working from home.
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