How would your coworkers describe you?
This question serves two purposes. It offers you an opportunity to showcase your merits and desirable traits and tests your stress responses at the same time.
Someone who might be concerned with what their previous employers or coworkers have said might freeze up or stammer in a fear response. This will raise a red flag for two reasons, one being that you have been forthright in your presentation of yourself and the other being that you allow your stress to dictate your responses. However, there is little to fear. It is unlikely they have gone through those efforts before your interview, and the amount a previous employer can disclose is legally limited.
Take a moment to reflect on your relationships with your co-workers. Danone is looking for individuals who are strong communicators and innovative leaders. Think about how your work ethic positively affected everyone on your team and what you contributed to the team's success.
"My co-workers respect me for my ability to navigate obstacles and solve problems. When I work on ABC project, I always pay close attention to detail, double-checking my work for any mistakes. My co-workers appreciate that I think about the big picture while being considerate of how my work will affect their jobs. I am highly collaborative with a great attitude."
"I have had a very respectful relationship with my colleagues. We have shared the goals and knowledge required to accomplish our projects the best we can. I believe that my current co-workers would describe me as collaborative and creative."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
My co-workers respect me for my ability to work collaboratively on different projects. When I am working in a team, I believe that most of the great ideas are developed while sharing and brainstorming with your colleagues. Also, my co-workers appreciate that I pay close attention to details, take responsibility, and focus on delivering high results.
Rachelle's Feedback
Your response is nice and detailed. You sound like a true collaborator and someone that people can trust to deliver high-quality work. Well done!
Anonymous Answer
Committed , problem solver, innovative. One of my colleague still likes to remind me when and how I solved for her a complex accounting problem.
Rachelle's Feedback
Awesome! It's great that you not only mention these descriptors but that you also provide an example of these qualities in action. Good work.
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