Tell us about your logic and common sense when problem solving and how you would apply it to this role at Pfizer.
With innovation the driving force in setting Pfizer ahead of its competition in the pharmaceutical industry, the hiring team wants to ensure you would join their team with the ability to use good judgment to solve a work problem. The goal of your response is to assure the decision-makers that you approach issues with care and logic. The decision-makers should envision you using good judgment in the workplace.
Avoid giving a vague response like, 'I use good judgment and strong logic all the time! If you hire me, I will make good decisions for the company.' Although the hiring managers will be happy to hear that you plan to make wise decisions, this response fails to give a measurable example of your logic in action.
Now is a great time to use an example of a time on the job that showcases your logic and reasoning abilities. Share a brief overview of the problem you faced, discuss the pros and cons of each decision you could have made, and tell the hiring company why the solution you chose was the best. Be sure to include details of the positive impact you generated for your employer by using strong judgment.
The average HireVue interview takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. This one-way video interview typically includes three to five questions. Depending on the hiring company's parameters, the HireVue platform will generally give you 30 seconds to prepare a response and up to two minutes to answer each question. It's important to note that HireVue stops recording as soon as your time limit is up, so it's better to run under time than overtime.
"Problem-solving in our world comes down to having a sound mindset, thinking through possible solutions, and then setting course on a path with confidence. A few weeks ago, our lab encountered contamination, and it had people scrambling. Being the voice of reason, I encouraged all of our staff to review our protocols for the situation, save what could be saved, and scrap the rest. In a situation like this, the loss was inevitable. My team worked quickly to clear the lab, mark what could be saved, and document everything."
