QUESTION 24 OF 35

Aside from your allotted vacation days, how many days were you absent from work last year?

Barnes and Noble needs reliable, consistent employees. Like most companies, they offer paid time off for vacation and sick days. However, they expect their employees to give proper notice before taking personal time and valid reasons for using sick days. Give an honest answer. Remember that the hiring manager may contact your previous employer; if you are dishonest, they may find out. Assure your interviewer that you are reliable and will show up for your shifts eager to work.

"Aside from my week of vacation, I took two sick days last year - one when I had a stomach bug and one for a doctor's appointment. I am a reliable employee, and if you hire me, I will do everything I can to show up for every shift. If I ever do need time off due to illness or another emergency, I will contact the appropriate manager or supervisor as soon as possible so they can find coverage."

"I had to miss three days of work last year when I got the flu. However, I am very committed to my employer and am only absent in events of sickness or the odd family emergency. I do my best always to be available and present when expected."

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