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Question 16 of 35 for our Tesla Mock Interview

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Question 16 of 35

This position requires a great deal of attention to detail. Share a time you had to stay focused on a task, and explain how you did so.

Any manufacturing position will require attention to detail. "We recruit based on exceptional ability, achievement, and determination." The interviewer needs to know that you can stay focused on a task without being constantly monitored. Think of a time you had to pay close attention to a project to do it correctly. Emphasize your ability to follow through on any assigned task.

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  • 16. This position requires a great deal of attention to detail. Share a time you had to stay focused on a task, and explain how you did so.

      How to Answer

      Any manufacturing position will require attention to detail. "We recruit based on exceptional ability, achievement, and determination." The interviewer needs to know that you can stay focused on a task without being constantly monitored. Think of a time you had to pay close attention to a project to do it correctly. Emphasize your ability to follow through on any assigned task.

      Written by Kevin Downey on February 21st, 2023

      1st Entry Level Example

      "I have a laser focus, to the point of obsession. I also have a photographic memory. If I am forced to drop a project and return to it, I'll carry part of it with me or dogear it by creating a quick method of returning to exactly where I left off or where I need to follow up on it."

      Written by Kevin Downey on February 21st, 2023

      1st Experienced Example

      "I tend to be an obsessive-compulsive person who loves structure. I like to plan the work and then work the plan. I do not like to leave projects unfinished. I motivate myself to stay focused by constantly reviewing the plan in my head."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      2nd Experienced Example

      "I like to structure my work by developing a to-do list at the beginning of the day. I am the kind of person who does not need to be constantly supervised or micro-managed. I look forward to showing you what I can do."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Throughout university, I have been set many deadlined assignments, I ensure I complete them on time by creating a spreadsheet that allows me to identify the priority of each assignment taking into the time frame when they need to be completed."

      Jaymie's Feedback

      Having to keep multiple school projects straight and ensuring you meet deadlines requires attention to detail and careful planning. Your example of how you stayed organized should transfer well in the workplace and help you stay focused as well.

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