QUESTION 21 OF 40

How do you handle communicating bad news to a fellow worker or subordinate?

One of the toughest parts of communication can be delivering bad news to people you work with and for whom you care. Whether it is providing a less-than-positive work review or terminating someone, giving bad news is not an easy task. Assure the interviewer that you can handle this type of duty in a transparent, concise, and professional manner.

"I do not enjoy communicating bad news to a co-worker, but I have experience doing so. When this type of task is required of me, I make sure to practice empathy. Truth is always key, so I will be honest and clear when communicating the news. For instance, if I have to terminate someone's employment, I do not sugarcoat the reasons why. They should know the truth so that they can learn from the experience."

"I am very to-the-point in my communication skills. Good or bad news, there is always a way to improve the situation and create something good from it. After delivering bad news, I will work with my coworker to find a viable solution."

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Ask for privacy, sit down next to them, look in their eyes, and speak softly but confidently. Then help to find a resolution to the bad news.

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