Describe a time when you worked cross functionally on a project. Were you successful as the project manager?
Having access to a diverse set of experiences, skills, and backgrounds means your projects are infused with more resources, creativity, and elevated problem-solving. A successful answer will illustrate your experience in leading cross-functional teams. Talk about the differences in how you might adapt your skills to fit different levels of expertise, as well as a variety of attitudes. In addition, the interviewer will also want to learn how you might leverage everyone's strengths and limitations to ensure project success.
"When I worked for ABC Consultants, we collaborated across departments all the time. I monitored task progress between our internal teams, as well as between functional groups on the client's side. To foster collaboration, I had recurring project meetings with internal stakeholders. In between those bi-weekly meetings, I also facilitated work sessions with steam members. Whenever necessary, I would set up meetings with leaders from the client's side, as well. To keep everyone up to speed, I made sure to send feedback and relevant notifications whenever tasks were completed or if there was anything blocking the completion of tasks. However, when it came to the department heads, I kept it rather concise and results-oriented."
