"Only occasionally. I make every effort to utilize my work hours efficiently so that the only time I take work home is when there is an extremely stringent deadline or some type of emergency. I would say that, overall, I take my work home maybe twice per month. Now, that's on the execution side, but on the ideation side, I can tell you that I'm constantly thinking about new ways to do things, new innovations to try, or new approaches to a problem, so that 'script,' if you will, is constantly running in my brain!"

"I try very hard not to take my work home with me. For me, it's very important to compartmentalize work and life and keep them separate so that I can give each of them my full focus at the moment. That means I have to be very disciplined throughout the workday, stay focused, and use effective time-management techniques to help me maximize my performance. This way, I'm meeting or exceeding goals, while still enjoying time with my family to disconnect from work and just be."

The majority of people will work overtime hours or take work home with them on occasion. Talk to the interviewer about how frequently you take your work home in your current position. If you do take work home with you, make sure to express that it is due to overachieving and not procrastination or poor time management. Potentially, your current role could require some aspect of your job to be taken home with you. An example of this would be being on call. Be open and honest with your interviewer and reiterate that you prioritize a healthy work

"I am a hard worker and have no problem working extra hours in the evening or on weekends to meet deadlines or catch up on admin work when needed. If there is nothing urgent, I do try to set boundaries for when I am on my work phone or checking email after hours; that way, I can give my family the time they deserve."