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Question 13 of 31 for our Home Bargains Mock Interview

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Question 13 of 31

What type of manager brings out the best in you?

Our policy to promote from within means that the managers at Home Bargains have been in the shoes of a sales assistant, so they know what the role entails. They're eager to invest in their team and help each of their employees reach their full potential. Talk to the interviewer about positive relationships you've had with managers in the past. What made these relationships stand out?

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  • 13. What type of manager brings out the best in you?

      How to Answer

      Our policy to promote from within means that the managers at Home Bargains have been in the shoes of a sales assistant, so they know what the role entails. They're eager to invest in their team and help each of their employees reach their full potential. Talk to the interviewer about positive relationships you've had with managers in the past. What made these relationships stand out?

      Written by Jordan Henry on August 18th, 2018

      1st Answer Example

      "The best manager I ever had really embodied the servant leadership paradigm. She made it common practice to have one-on-one meetings with each of her team-members every month or so to talk about our engagement in the work as well as what she could be doing better to bring out our best. The fact that she asked what -she- could do better instead of assuming her employees were the only ones with room for improvement spoke volumes to me. She's a leader I really admire."

      Written by Jordan Henry on August 18th, 2018

      2nd Answer Example

      "Two of my former managers stand out to me, and they had very different managerial styles. One was very warm, engaging, and really encouraged collaboration with the team. She did small things every quarter to build a collaborative spirit, from group bonding expeditions to intimate dinner parties. I loved working for her because I knew she was invested in me and my coworkers as individuals, not just as members of her team. The other manager who stands out to me was extremely efficient and passionate about her work; she really believed in the company and worked extremely hard to help the business achieve its goals. Her passion and enthusiasm made me want to work as hard as she was -- she really inspired a shared vision for our team."

      Written by Jordan Henry

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Having worked at all levels with my current employer I know that the best managers aim to lead from the front and inspire their teams.

      If they do their best to get the best out of their team by ensuring they have the skills and confidence to do well, I don't think you can ask for much more than that."

      Marcie's Feedback

      Can you talk about a manager who you really admired and why? Definitely emphasize that you're adaptable and able to work for any type of supervisor, no matter their personality or tendencies. Good job!