When you suffer a setback, how does that emotionally affect you and your work?
Everyone handles the stress and disappointment of setbacks differently, but it is important to understand what this question is asking. The interviewer wants to know how emotions of disappointment, frustration, or anger impact your ability to continue to perform your job when you suffer a setback.
Discuss with the interviewer how you typically cope with setbacks in the workplace while exhibiting that you don't allow your emotions to dictate your decisions or reactions. Explain that you take such lessons with humility while learning what you can from your mistakes to ensure you don't repeat them, shoring yourself up for your future success.
"Experiencing a setback is always disappointing and can be a bit disheartening, but I understand that it happens occasionally. If I experience a major setback, I will take a few moments to debrief with my manager and discuss what I could have done differently. Then, I move on!"
"Setbacks happen for a reason, and they do not affect me emotionally in the least. I am a very pragmatic thinker and stay focused despite the challenges that come my way."
