What experience do you have using team-based messaging applications?
There are many options for communication software and messaging applications. Give the interviewer a brief overview of the apps in which you are proficient and show your willingness and ability to learn new technology as well.
"I have used a variety of messaging applications to communicate with team members. I am well-versed in using Slack, ProofHub, Chanty, Google Hangouts, Zoom, and Skype as effective apps to hold meetings, manage projects, ask questions, and update team members on current tasks or milestones. I adapt quickly to any kind of technology required of me to enhance my efficiency and support team building. What team-based messaging applications do you use?"
"I started working remotely two years ago because my role answering calls from depressed and suicidal youth could be done from home, and the privacy of my own home enhanced my ability to talk these young people through very challenging thoughts and emotions. It did, however, pose unique challenges in terms of communicating with other members of my team. As such, my supervisor wanted those of us who had recently gone remote to quickly teach ourselves how to use Zoom chat and video features to effectively communicate with each other throughout the workday and workweek. This helped us better provide updates on client calls and continue to build our bonds as a team."
The Salvation Army is a global organization. As such, there are a plethora of employees working from different time zones and working remotely. It is essential to demonstrate an aptitude for utilizing technology to maintain consistent communications with team members no matter where they are located.
