How would your most recent manager describe you?

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Rachelle Enns · Accepted Answer

"In my last performance review and also in some casual discussions, my manager has described me as motivated, encouraging to others, and consistent. I strive to exceed expectations when I can, and I encourage my fellow team members to deliver their best work. My current manager is happy to speak on my behalf as a positive reference."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

The interviewer wants evidence that you have a history of building positive relationships with previous leaders and employers. The goal of your response is to show that your character is strong, that you have built healthy relationships in your previous role, and that your character aligns with the hiring company.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

Avoid guessing what your most recent manager thinks of you. If you respond in a way that sounds unsure, the interviewer may not feel confident in your employer/employee relationships. For instance, rather than saying, 'I think maybe my manager would describe me as dedicated to my work,' try saying, 'My manager would describe me as dedicated to my work because I deliver on deadlines and often make myself available after hours when my clients need me.'

Rachelle Enns · Answer

Hopefully, your current leader is communicative with you and regularly expresses what they enjoy and appreciate about your work ethic. If possible, form your response around takeaways from your last performance review or a piece of feedback you have recently received from your leader. You can further solidify your response by referring to reliable references, such as any LinkedIn recommendations on your profile.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

Offer 1-3 traits when you respond. Then, support those traits with an example of when you emulated those behaviors. You can also provide details of a measurable accomplishment. For instance, if you received a 100% customer satisfaction survey result, tell the interviewer about this achievement as supporting evidence. For example, you could say, 'My most recent manager would say that I am customer-focused. In fact, I recently received a 100% customer satisfaction rating in our company's latest customer happiness survey.'

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"My last manager and I had a close relationship. She appreciated all of my efforts when it came to working overtime and taking my work home when required. In the past, she described me as unique, reliable, and energetic. I have many emails from her expressing thanks for my positive influence and reliability."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"My District Manager and I get along well. He values my industry knowledge and gives me the freedom to do my job with autonomy. If asked, he would tell you that I am dedicated and will go the extra mile to deliver results. My performance metrics confirm this as well, and I am happy to show you a performance report from my last 90 days."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"My manager often has nice things to say about me. In my most recent performance review, he was impressed that I exceeded February's sales target by the 9th of the month. He also mentioned how he appreciates my initiative in tackling new projects, such as the product roll-out I have been working on with the marketing team for the past three months. I feel fortunate to have a great rapport with my leader. I would be happy to put you in touch with my manager when the time comes for a verbal reference."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I am confident that my most recent manager will give me a glowing reference. She lobbied for my promotion to assistant manager and mentored me when I stepped into the new role. She would describe me as dedicated, loyal, a quick learner, and highly adaptable to change. I am proud of these traits and love that she, and others, have recognized these characteristics in me."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"The department head at my current school has described me as passionate, excited, and reliable. I brought a copy of last year's performance review if you'd like to read it. I am very proud that my passion and love for teaching shines through to my department head, the students that I teach, and my esteemed coworkers."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"My marketing director recently reviewed me, noting that I show fortitude during long-term and challenging projects. She also noted that I am creative in my approach to new marketing roll-outs and great with client communication in situations of ambiguity. My project results reflect these traits, and I am happy to ask her to be an employment reference should you need."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My most recent manager would describe me as dependable, patient, and dedicated. They know that I am always willing to help in any way that I can. Because of that, I always form positive relationships with my managers that last long after I move on."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My manager would describe me as a dependable, flexible, hard worker and consistent employee. We had a close relationship."

Anonymous User · Answer

"In my most recent check-in with my director, I was described as someone who is bringing forward new leadership ideas to the team, someone who is not afraid to have difficult discussions with his direct reports and someone who takes responsibility for his team's performance."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My manager will describe me as dedicated and punctual, never missed a scheduled shift while employed. I never miss a deadline, I always deliver by the deadline, I often make myself available in times of short staffing issues and I stay after hours if my client needs me."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My most recent manager described me as a reliable and dedicated employee, and I take pride in my work. He was satisfied with my attention to detail and my ability to work well independently. As part of a team, he was pleased with my strong communication skills and effective collaboration with colleagues."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Hardworking and loyal."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My manager describes me as dependable, reliable, loyal, and detail-oriented. I was given to handle certain challenging accounts, where the basis of my thorough analysis and regular hard work, I was in complete control of the portfolio. Since it was also a stress account, I had to also keep the top management updated in a very concise manner, which made it very easy for the top management to make decisions."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My manager described me as a reliable, honest, humble, and hardworking person who can go the extra mile to help his colleague and reach the goal of his team.

She also described me highly efficient and well-organized physician who can see high patient volume with high quality of care without delaying and compromising care. Because of this quality, I got promoted to UMD at NE 9 at the hospital within 2 years of joining."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My last manager said I was able to complete tasks fast and was able to pick up concepts easily. He praised me for completing a task in one day which was planned to take 2 weeks. He also said I was able to work independently and ask proper questions."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Dependable, hard-working collaborator, willing to take on any task with enthusiasm."

Anonymous User · Answer

"He might say bad things so he wouldn't lose me. My current manager would describe me as hardworking, fast-paced, and with follow-through that is unmatched."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My manager would describe me as an accountable person. I always try my best to deliver commitment with excellent results. When my manager gives me a task, I always communicate with him clearly and make sure I understand the requirement. Then I use my knowledge and skills to finish the task as soon as possible."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My most recent manager would describe me as a hard worker and leader, who he would love to keep and move up in the company. These have been consistent in my reviews at work, and I brought those in case you wanted to see them, to get a better idea of my performance."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My most recent manager would describe me as very detailed. My main responsibility is the master course schedule which involves a lot of information from date, time, course number, course ids, just to name a few. It takes a lot of effort to make sure every term goes smoothly. But my manager has expressed his delight in my work and consistency on additional requests that need to be processed timely."

Anonymous User · Answer

"He would say I am able to establish and maintain great relationships with vendors, colleagues from other departments, and authorities in a very hard and demanding job. I am able to fulfill my tasks well and on time. He could rely on my help anytime it was needed. I am a very friendly and positive person."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My last manager and I had a close relationship. He appreciated all of my efforts when it came to working overtime and taking my work home, when required. In the past, he described me as unique, reliable, and energetic. I have many emails from him expressing thanks for my positive influence and reliability."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My recent supervisor and I developed a close relationship, and she would describe me as a dependable, flexible, hardworking and fast learning employee."

Anonymous User · Answer

"In my recent performance reviews and discussions, my manager described me as a hard worker, motivated, and consistent employee! I always strive to exceed expectations when I can.My client account manager and I get along well. He valued my knowledge and abilities and gave me the freedom to do the job my way, as long as I got the job done. I think he would tell you that I am dedicated and will go the extra mile to deliver results."

Anonymous User · Answer

"In my previous annual review, my managers have described me as hard-working and motivated. I was later promoted in the company to full time and was able to take on more responsibilities, like working private parties and events. I will work long hours and help anywhere I can to for the company."

Anonymous User · Answer

"They would describe me as flexible and a quick learner. I love these traits and am proud that she has recognized these in me."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My most recent manager would describe me an honest, reliable individual, hard working individual."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Hardworking a very good worker and a very good team player"

Anonymous User · Answer

"I use my previous managers for character and personality references for a new job. I am certain that they would give me the highest praise that an employee could want."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I got along great with my district manager she would tell you that also. She liked the fact that she could give me a list of things to do, and she knew that I would get them done without her telling me to do so. She would say that I am a very dedicated employee who cares a lot about the team members, and about the company."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My boss would say that I'm one of the most productive individuals on the team and that my work performance is outstanding. I know that because that's what she wrote in my performance review."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My most recent manager would describe me as hardworking, honest, dependable, patient, respectful, and great to work with."

Anonymous User · Answer

"He would say I am smart, hard-working and a team player."

Anonymous User · Answer

"He would describe me as energetic, honest, and knowledgeable."

Anonymous User · Answer

"We recently had a meeting with our senior director, and he mentioned that he values me as one of the most knowledgeable and hard-working employees on his team. I am someone he turns to when he needs assistance or needs a job to get done. I am also the one they turn to in order to mentor new employees."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My manager would describe me as a strong team player who can work independently and efficiently. I also am able to take charge and spearhead meetings. I also work hard to go above and beyond."

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