Tell me about your favorite manager. What did you enjoy most about working with them?
The interviewer is trying to better understand your preferred style of management and in some cases, the person interviewing you could be your potential manager, so this will help them understand if you would align well with them. Consider past employers and the best leader you had. Think about what traits or habits they demonstrated that made them someone you enjoyed working with. In your response, explain some of the qualities you're looking for in a leader but also demonstrate that you're flexible and work under different types of management styles.
"When I volunteered at the animal shelter, I had a really great manager. He was always patient and treated all the volunteers with respect. He clearly communicated his expectations each week and was approachable when we had questions. I also appreciated the collaboration that he fostered among the volunteer team and paid staff."
"My favorite manager was one who was always willing to teach and mentor us. She was never annoyed by questions, but always willing to take time out of her day to show you how to do something or walk you through a process. I appreciated the genuine interest she took in the growth and development of her team members."
"I once had a regional manager who was such an encourager! She always celebrated the team's wins, big and small, and recognized the team for accomplishments at the group and individual levels. She took a genuine interest in us, and our teams and employee retention and engagement were a high priority for her. I learned a lot from her leadership and hope that I demonstrate some of those same characteristics."
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Anonymous Answer
My current branch manager has been the best manager to work with. She is patient, understanding, appreciative of her team members, and holds herself accountable to her job role and the promises she makes the team. She is punctual, reliable, and a true leader of our vision at Wells Fargo.
Rachelle's Feedback
She sounds like an excellent leader! Your answer is very descriptive, which will allow an interviewer to gauge if this role (and your potential new leader) will be a fit.
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