HSBC Bank HireVue Mock Interview
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Question 19 of 30
Tell me about the last time you led by example.
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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"I'm the kind of person that will never take the easy path unless it is the right path. So I try to consistently lead by example. So, if there is hard work to be done, and I expect my team to get to work, I will get to work side by side with them and set the pace. I prefer to do this, actually, because I can then steer the attitude and inject pride into the work we are collectively doing. Then, when the work is done, there is strong camaraderie, and a collective sense of accomplishment. When this is achieved, we all look forward to getting back to work tomorrow."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
This question not only examines your leadership style, but your level of integrity. One of HSBC's values is "Be visible and lead by example. Listen actively, without judgement." How you answer could also offer insights into how trusted and respected you are by your fellow teammates and your clients. It will speak to your integrity and your work ethic, and whether you are willing to work side by side with your teams, or take the more authoritative approach of 'do as I say, not as I do'.
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Try to make your responses as structured and concise as possible. Avoid rambling or delivering roundabout answers. Use the STAR method when structuring your answers. Address each answer by first offering the SITUATION involved with your example. Then move into the TASK which this situation required. Then share the ACTION you took and the RESULT of your actions. This will add structure to your answers.
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