How do you manage your time?
Regardless of the role you're interviewing for at Gulfstream, you can expect several behavioral questions to be asked. Time management is a common topic as many of the members of the Gulfstream team work on more than one project or assignment at a time. Your interviewer wants to know if you have the organizational skills necessary for success.
"I will determine which project requires my attention by the upcoming deliverables and their due dates. I then develop a plan to ensure they all receive the time and attention they deserve over the course of the coming weeks. I am comfortable delegating tasks when needed, but I am also aware that these times will require an additional commitment of hours from me. Never have I under-delivered on a deadline."
"Time management has been something that I have worked on improving since my time in University. I set goals for myself and attached a time deadline for those goals. Also, I am diligent with the use of my calendar and have a great scheduling app on my phone that I refer to as well."
Think about the ways you manage your projects and daily tasks and walk your interviewer through your strategy for ensuring all of your work is completed on time each day. You may want to include your use of tools such as calendars, to-do lists, or task-tracking applications.
It is important to provide a response that aligns with the maturity level required for the open position at Gulfstream. For example, a team manager might discuss their method for checking in with their team, reaching out to important clients, and performing their individual work on a daily basis.
"As a team lead my time is typically split between meetings with my team and my individual tasks. I like to plan ahead by looking at our production roadmaps on a monthly and weekly basis. From there, I ensure that I allow ample time for team meetings, one-on-ones with the individuals I lead, and time for my own work. There are times when unexpected work comes up and I apply a strategic approach to determine which items get my attention first. Regardless of my decision, I am known for delivering my work on time and leading my teams in the same manner."
