Workday, Inc. Mock Interview
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We consider research to be the backbone of what we do at Workday. Do you think it's essential to research before beginning a project, or would you jump right in instead?
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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.
There are a few reasons interviewers ask this question. They want to learn about your process when approaching a project and challenges and how your skills would help you successfully lead a project. One of the taglines Workday posts on their website says, "We started by asking questions. We listened to the answers. And we haven't stopped since."
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 agree that research is the backbone of a strong project. Without it, important details are missed, and time is wasted. I like to research before starting a project so that I can lay out a plan and understand the potential hurdles as well."
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.
"Although, in some instances, jumping right in may be required, I always prefer to research before I begin a project. Rest assured, I would always follow your preferred methods here at Workday should I be hired."
Sue is a Recruiter and Talent Sourcer with over 13 years of experience sourcing and interviewing candidates for a variety of roles and industries, including Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Financial, e-Commerce. She
Talk to the interviewer about your work habits and how you prefer to approach a new project. If you know how Workday prefers to approach its projects, you should discuss that method. For instance, if the interviewer tells you that they prefer extensive research before beginning a project, that is your cue to discuss your excellent research skills. Offer an example where you started asking questions, and explain what those questions revealed and how asking the right questions guided you to the finish line.
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"Truth is, I am a research nerd. As soon as I start asking questions, the answers I learn lead to more questions I have to answer, and it can quickly turn into a rabbit hole. If what I am working on requires extensive research, I'll enjoy seeing where the rabbit hole takes me. However, if I need to act fast, I will quickly assess what I need to learn and am adept at finding the right leads."
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