When have you faced an unexpecting difficulty?
Share your experiences encountering unexpected challenges, all while maintaining a positive attitude which helped drive your success. Describe why the situation you provided is noteworthy, what you ultimately gained from this experience, and how it impacted your professional development.
"The biggest unexpected difficulty that I have faced was my unexpected lay off during the last recession. I had to adapt to a new economy and search deeply for other skills and opportunities. I was able to earn enough to avoid financial strain and am quite proud of my ability to be versatile when required."
"I faced unexpected difficulty last year when Company X swiftly acquired our company. With nobody aware of the change, it was emotional chaos in our offices for some time. I chose to remain calm, avoid jumping to assumptions and continued doing my job as usual. This approach helped me to get through the situation."
