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Question 3 of 40 for our Intuitive Surgical Mock Interview

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Question 3 of 40

Do you think honesty is always the best policy?

"Sometimes full disclosure can damage someone's self-esteem, and reality isn't always best expressed in full and can be self-indulgent based on the person's intention. In those instances, honesty isn't always the best policy."

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How to Answer: Do you think honesty is always the best policy?

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  • 3. Do you think honesty is always the best policy?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      The interviewer would like to know if you genuinely feel that honesty is the best policy. Many will argue that honesty is not always the best policy. Talk to the interviewer about your thoughts on honesty in the workplace.

      Written by Krista Wenz on September 16th, 2022

      Focus Your Answer On

      Of course, the hiring manager would like to hear that you are honest and can be trusted if hired. However, if you believe honesty is NOT always the best policy, be sure to have a compelling reason to back up your statement.

      Written by Krista Wenz on September 16th, 2022

      1st Answer Example

      "Sometimes full disclosure can damage someone's self-esteem, and reality isn't always best expressed in full and can be self-indulgent based on the person's intention. In those instances, honesty isn't always the best policy."

      2nd Answer Example

      "Honesty is always the best policy. Often, it is just how you communicate and deliver your message, so managing this with each situation is critical to building honest and trustworthy relationships."

      Written by Krista Wenz on September 16th, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "I believe honesty is always the best policy. Although it is more about reading the situation at hand and learning how to communicate your message to the situation. This for me is critical in building trusting relationships."

      Marcie's Feedback

      Nice! The interviewer will appreciate that you view being honest as very important. You might mention tact and talk a bit more about telling the truth in a nice manner so as not to hurt anyone's feelings. If you can include an example of a time when you were honest with someone in a tactful way, this would further strengthen your answer. Great job!
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