QUESTION 22 OF 35

How do you handle a situation where your supervisor does not properly communicate information to you?

Retail organizations like CVS Pharmacy are fast-paced. Though supervisors have the best intentions, some information may fall through the cracks, and your managers may not always communicate with you how you prefer. Describe your communication preferences and tell the interviewer about a time you handled a supervisor who spoke with you in a way that didn't match those preferences.

"Whenever I have had a supervisor who does not properly communicate with me, I try to learn their communication style and emulate it. Sometimes you must relate to others in their style to be understood."

"I have been fortunate to have worked with great supervisors in my previous positions. However, if faced with a communication challenge like this, I would ask the supervisor how we could improve our communication. Rather than placing blame, I believe it's always more effective to ask for growth recommendations."

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Anonymous Answer

I would continue to ask questions until I understand what is expected of me.

Rachelle's Feedback

Good start! Asking questions is a very important step to gaining a full understanding. If you have ever experienced this situation, this question presents a great opportunity to tell a brief story of a time when you used this approach in the workplace.

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