Royal Mail Mock Interview
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Question 5 of 30
Can you describe a time you went above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction?
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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"When I was a local grocer, there was an elderly woman who had trouble carrying her groceries home. She didn't live far, so I would walk her home and carry her bags home for her. I even helped her up her stairs and loaded them into her kitchen. We did this about once every two weeks. We grew quite fond of each other over time, and I still check in on her occasionally."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Here is how the Royal Mail describes their ideal postie. "Think of yourself as a people-person and a friendly face in the community. The excited faces that open front doors and the small businesses run from bedrooms. Delivering for your local community, because you care about the people." Focus on how your customer service philosophy aligns with their core values and how your daily routine exceeds expectations. Try to offer examples where you took advantage of any opportunity to satisfy your customer's needs.
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When I was working in a bar, I would have quiet periods in the daytime when regulars would come in and we would get to know each other well. I noticed that one of my regulars started to seem a little blue but didn't want to talk about it, so I started making him a different origami animal each day. It cheered him up and it made me feel happy knowing I was making a difference to someone's day.
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This is a great example of your ability to build relationships and also highlights your emotional intelligence in the workplace and genuine care for those you serve. Good job!
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