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Is it possible to be a team player while disagreeing with your leadership?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Being able to focus on the big picture, supporting the company's vision, and managing up are qualities SpaceX values. "We are all in the same boat. Always view yourself as working for the good of the company." Even though you may work with some headstrong individuals or big personalities, the interviewer wants to know you can diplomatically approach situations where you may need to offer your leaders feedback. Describe your communication style and approach to such situations while exuding the confidence and emotional intelligence to professionally navigate such terrain.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I think that it is possible to be a great team member, even when disagreeing with the leader. It's all in maintaining respect for each other despite the difference in opinion."
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"Yes, I think it is possible! What makes a great team member is not that they agree with everything but the level of respect and positive thought that goes into the person's communication style. It's okay to disagree; however, you have to communicate your thoughts professionally."
Joseph Murphy is a NYS licensed Professional Engineer and 12 years of experience working on creating solutions in engineering and manufacturing environments
"Yes, disagreeing with a point does not detract from the mission. Express your disapproval and make your point. This will lead to leadership explaining their position and you will all have a better understanding of the goals."
Control Systems Engineer @ Ram Aviation, Space, and Defense
"It is definitely possible to be a team player while being in disagreement. Ultimately, it's important to remember that everyone is on the same team and that we are all working towards the same goal. While there may be disagreements on the method of getting there, we can all still work towards the goal once a decision has been made, even if it wasn't our first choice, knowing that it's for the company goal."
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