Tell me about a time you suggested a change in an organization.
When trying to identify growth opportunities in the workplace, you want to communicate respect for the chain of command and an in-depth understanding of why things operate as they do before suggesting any change. It's also worth exploring if your idea has been suggested before. This suggests a high EQ, enhanced communication skills, and leadership potential. The aim is to show how you professionally support the big picture of your team at all times in every way.
"Last yea,r when I was managing dispatch for my company, I noticed a pretty solid opportunity for us to save on overtime hours. I created a presentation and gave it to my manager, who took it to upper management. The changes were implemented, and I was proud of my suggestion."
"Our company did not have a strong policy on workplace harassment and bullying. I worked with the leadership team to create a new program, which our staff has readily welcomed."
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Anonymous Answer
In 2019, I was working as a cashier at the _____ Trucking Museum for the summer. I would assist customers, teach them about some of the trucks' histories, and clean the trucks. While cleaning the trucks, I noticed a lot of customers would pull down the chains and climb over them to touch the trucks even after us telling them not to touch the trucks. I suggested to my boss that we needed a new barricade. Because of my suggestion, I got to help install the new fence, which made it more difficult for the customers to touch the trucks.
Amanda's Feedback
You've shared another great example that demonstrates your ability to take initiative to develop and implement a solution in addition to making a recommendation. However, you could improve your response by sharing an example that relates directly to your engineering training or experience.
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