If a co-worker called in sick, and you were asked to take over their project requiring overtime from you, how would you react? Where do you draw the line when it comes to being a team player?

"I will always choose to be a team player. If a co-worker called in sick, I would take over what I was capable of. The only time I would draw the line would be if I felt I was being taken advantage of."

"If my coworker was purposefully being inefficient and expected me to pick up the slack, I would likely not jump in. For the sake of the company, I am always willing to go above and beyond what is expected of me but not to the point where I am being taken advantage of."

Show your confidence to your interviewer by explaining your willingness to be part of the team and pick up the slack when needed. Maintain your focus on the greater good, and know when taking on another person's workload could be detrimental to your success.

There are situations in which others may try to take advantage of you. When answering, steer clear of examples that might come across as bad-mouthing your coworkers. Present all situations objectively, focusing on the positives.