Tell us about when you last dealt calmly and effectively with a high-stress situation.

The interviewer is assessing your perception of what a high-stress working environment looks like, how you cope with stress in a high-paced work environment, what kind of situations you find stressful, and how well your idea aligns with the reality of the job. Someone who keeps calm under pressure will be beneficial to the company in this position. In assessing your perception of what the job looks like, they'll hopefully be able to evaluate how well-suited you are for the role.

The aim here is not only to relay your relevant experience to the position you are competing for but also to exhibit your ability to remain cool and collected under pressure. First, describe your definition of a stressful situation. Then, describe a stressful situation you've faced, your response, and how the situation was resolved. Focus on problem-solving with a level head and decisive decision-making. Often, the best way to cope with a stressful situation is to take action. It's fine to have stress as long as the stress doesn't have you. Emotional balance is what you should aim to convey with your answer.