On a scale from 1 to 10, how honest are you?
How you present yourself will offer the interviewer insights into the makeup of your personality. They're watching for if you're overconfident in your answer or modest. Take the time to consider the question before giving your answer.
"I would love to give myself a 10/10 for honesty but truthfully nobody is 100% honest all the time. I will give myself a nine because I always do my best to be as honest as possible."
"Nobody is perfect but I would like to say that I am a 10/10 when it comes to honesty and how much I value that attribute in myself and others."
This is a tricky question, as nobody is 100% honest, even when they try. But this question isn't about subjectivity or the logistics of honesty. What this question is more geared towards answering are your intentions and your integrity. Speak to that.
This question is all about what the semantics of your answer reveal about you and your intentions. Choose your words carefully.
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I can say I am 9.25 honest. sometimes holding the information at a certain time is important. I avoid lying but might politically redirect the conversation. If a customer asked me directly if this is the best price I can give, I am not going to be level 10 honest and say "no I can go lower" I will simply highlight the many benefits he will get with our product and try to work on adding more benefits if the deal requires.
Cindy's Feedback
Ok, this is a good, straightforward answer with good detail.
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