General Electric Interview Questions and Answers
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1. Tell me about a time you had a heavy workload.
How to Answer
Not only is the interviewer curious about how much work you can handle at any given time, but they are also curious if you are an overachiever. Additionally, they want to know if you fall into the category of people who take on more work than they can handle and under-deliver as a result. Do your best to exhibit a strong grasp of the scope of the work involved and demonstrate your strong project and time management skills.
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
1st Answer Example
"When I started at my last position, I was trying hard to prove myself. My ambition got the best of me, and I got into the habit of biting off more than I could chew. I then had to recruit help to keep my nose above water. That was years ago. My time management skills have substantially improved since then, and now I feel comfortable accomplishing my work well within my deadlines. However, when I have more on my plate than usual, I am no stranger to managing that either."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
2nd Answer Example
"We had a great opportunity when we brought on a new client account, but the initial demands we had to meet to bring the client on required far more work than we were used to. Every team was in overdrive. Thinking back on that challenge, it was a pretty fun time. Sure it was high pressure, but the way everyone just jumped right in and collaborated was incredible. We all just sprung into high gear, and it was high-fives from there on out."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
2. Tell me about a time you were blamed for a mistake you didn't make.
How to Answer
The trick to answering this question is demonstrating above-average communication skills. A situation like this is nuanced. On one hand, you don't want to deflect blame. Doing so could show an unwillingness to accept responsibility for your actions. Demonstrate active listening, mirroring, and communicating non-defensively. If they blame you by mistake, clarifying this and redirecting the feedback to the proper party supports the growth and the development of the team. Taking this big picture view is the core of this question.
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
1st Answer Example
"This happened to me once. I listened and let them deliver their feedback. When they finished and asked if I had any questions, I followed up by asking what led them to believe I was responsible for this project, let alone the mistake made. They furrowed their brow and got defensive. I explained what happened and redirected the feedback to the appropriate person. I then gave that supervisor some corrective feedback on how they should address this issue with the employee who was responsible for the mistake, letting them know if they delivered the feedback to the appropriate party they might receive it as well as I did. They took my advice, and we were able to sort the whole thing out."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
2nd Answer Example
"I was once blamed for a mistake made based on a poorly formed assumption. I corrected them and explained I had nothing to do with this mistake but helped them conduct a little research, and we were able to uncover the real culprit. It turned out the mistake was made by the supervisor who was trying to give me feedback for the mistake they made. This was a little embarrassing for them, I think. Luckily, we never had another conversation like that one."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
3. Tell me about your greatest work-related accomplishment.
How to Answer
Talking about your greatest accomplishment will give the interviewer a strong idea of where you place your values. It will also show the interviewer more about your personality, how you like to be motivated, and how to coach you in the future. It is okay to brag a little bit when answering this question. Show that you are proud of yourself and your career accomplishments!
1st Answer Example
"The greatest accomplishment in my career was graduating from University as an honors student while working full time in a related field. I was at the top of my class and working full time. This showed me that I can dedicate myself to my career and reach the goals that I set for myself. It felt great to accomplish so much and be recognized for my dedication."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
2nd Answer Example
"I would have to say my greatest accomplishment was reducing departmental costs by 25% by thoroughly reviewing packing slips and comparing them to invoices and contract terms for accuracy."
4. Tell me about a time you made a suggestion requesting change in an organization.
How to Answer
In addition to being able to handle change, the interviewer wants to know if you can also recognize when change is required and be confident enough to present that to your organization. Talk to the interviewer about a time you suggested a change in the workplace.
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
1st Answer Example
"Last year when I was managing dispatch for my company, I noticed a solid opportunity 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."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
2nd Answer Example
"Our company did not have a strong policy on workplace harassment and bullying. I worked with the leadership team to create a new program that has been readily welcomed by our staff."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
5. Tell me about the last time you undertook a project that demanded a lot of initiative.
How to Answer
This interview question allows you to demonstrate your ability to be a self-starter. Show the interviewer that you are a motivated individual by telling the interviewer about a specific time that you took the lead. Include details of your project timeline, who you led, or what you had to teach yourself for the project to be successful. Be sure to complete your answer by telling the interviewer about the outcome.
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
1st Answer Example
"Recently, the corporate head office requested a major inventory count. At the time, our manager was away on holiday. No one knew where to start or who should take the lead. I took the initiative to lead my co-workers through the inventory project. I taught myself the tracking software in a short amount of time and created a schedule for the inventory counts so everyone knew what was expected of them. We completed the project three days ahead of schedule! It was a great success."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
2nd Answer Example
"I was tasked with changing our health benefits provider. Completing this project successfully was crucial to our employees and our bottom line. I made a lot of calls and RFQs and spent a lot of time hearing proposals to make the best choice before enrollment time."
Written by Kevin Downey on May 5th, 2022
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