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1. 1.

   How often do you give yourself challenges outside of your comfort zone?

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   Your response to this question will show the interviewer how eager you are to grow in your career, and how invested you are in your current job. When we sit content with our tasks, day in and day out, life can begin to feel mundane, and we often become unhappy with our work. Employees who often face challenges in the workplace tend to be happier and stay in their jobs longer. Think about the last time you performed a task that was outside of your comfort zone. Perhaps you helped a coworker reach a deadline, but it required you to learn a new skill. Maybe you volunteered to lead a project when you typically do not take on a team lead position. Whatever your example is, be sure to show enthusiasm for growth within your company.
   
   

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   "Quite often. Each day brings new challenges, and I am there to be a resource."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Examples are your friend in an interview :) Can you think of a recent situation where you pushed and challenged yourself to learn or experience something new?

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I always welcome new challenges, whether I give them to myself or my boss presents me with them. The last time I gave myself a challenge outside my comfort zone was to get my Solidworks software accreditation previous summer when I had no college work to complete. I wanted to challenge myself to increase my knowledge of software, which in turn would increase my productivity in my work. I exceeded my expectations and completed the exams in 6 weeks, although this meant working late a few days and coming into the office early on others, the reward was well worth the sacrifice in the end."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   This is a perfect example of giving yourself a challenge that pushed you personally and professionally. Another very specific answer - well done!

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   Anonymous Answer

   "As often as I can. I love a challenge as it literally is a task that I need to solve. I have come across many of my accounts that are competitor-led and where my predecessors have stated that they aren't "rep friendly". This hasn't phased me, there is a reason that customer feel that way and doesn't mean I am the cause, so I approach accounts offering value and support that I can deliver and has won me a business where it hasn't for my colleagues based on uncovering a particular need."

   

   Cindy's Answer

   Good! It sounds like you really enjoy a challenge.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I love challenges. Our COO visited our site once and had a plant overview. In our closing meeting, the COO expressed their happiness with the successful visit and appreciated the site for acquiring stage 3 operational excellence, and also commented that the site looked much better than some of the sites which already were in stage 5. They asked to push forward to qualify for stage 4 operational excellence in six months. As a leader, I accepted the challenge and we achieved stage 4 on time."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Wow! An excellent example that shows your openness to taking on new challenges. Maybe you can provide some more clarification to the interviewer about the different stages and what they mean? The more details, the better!

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I welcome challenges. I approach them with enthusiasm. I see a challenge as an opportunity for growth, an opportunity to gain experience as well as an opportunity to express my loyalty and my strong work ethic. My clinical coordinator had to put together 30 binders for site initiation visits. He was clearly concerned that he would not be able to get it done in time. I offered to take on this task for him knowing that I would have to commit my weekend in order to get them done on time. Each binder was approximately 500 pages. It was tedious work but I got it done."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   Great response! It sounds like you're comfortable challenging yourself and you're willing to go the extra mile to help your team succeed.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I always welcome new challenges; whether I give them to myself or my boss presents me with them. The last time I gave myself a challenge outside of my comfort zone was when I committed to doubling my cold calls for an entire month. I wanted to see how the increase in activity could boost my sales numbers. So, rather than making 50 cold calls per week, I made 100 calls, for a total of 400 for the month. My sales numbers nearly doubled, which I found to be very exciting and rewarding. Although this increase meant that I worked late a few days, and came into the office early on others, the reward was well worth the sacrifice in the end." Rachelle Enns wrote: "Facing challenges head-on is the fastest way to grow in the workplace so, although it can be uncomfortable at times, I believe that it's always a rewarding move. Recently, I volunteered to take on a client who most of my coworkers find very difficult to appease. I decided to do this because I knew it would allow me to learn more about overcoming objections and creating meaningful rapport through solution-based approaches. So far, I was right! I have learned a lot about myself in the process."

2. 2.

   Do you consider yourself a quick thinker? Tell me about a time when your quick thinking saved the day.

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   Someone who is a quick thinker will:
   
   -Quickly pick up on new ideas
   -Be fast and more natural to train
   -Be able to process large amounts of information more rapidly than most.
   -Look at potential solutions rather than dwelling on the problem or roadblocks.
   
   Does this sound like you? The interviewer would like to know if you consider yourself to have these qualities. Think about a time when you showcased your ability to think quickly and on the spot. Walk the interviewer through the situation, the action you took, and the impact your solution made.
   
   

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   "During an assessment of a patient, I knew something was off. He looked altered and much worse than the day before. A doctor urged me to transfuse him and did not come by to even assess the patient. I knew this was something more, so I elevated it to my charge nurse. We ultimately got a specialized doctor to assess the patient, who determined that the patient needed emergency surgery."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Wow- your diligence and observance likely saved a life. This is a very important example of your quick thinking. Are you aware of the outcome for this patient? If so, it may be nice to discuss the final result as well.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "Oh Yes, I consider myself a quick thinker, I can process information quickly, come straight to a few potential solutions. I normally use simple problem-solving techniques like PRIDE (Problem definition, Rationale, Investigate, develop, Ensure to sustain) in case this required a structural solution. We were working on a very confidential project i.e. Transfer of RF-Coils manufacturing from ____ to ___. This project impacted more than 250 employees on-site in GNV, FL. I was 2 years old in the system as director of operations. I was the only person involved in creating a business case and we need to take a decision to block funds for Manufacturing Zig and Fixtures. I think quickly, refer asset register, find out the value, consider 60% new assets and 40% will use the same on new site and arrived $3.65M."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Excellent! This answer is very thorough. Your example shows how you were able to think quickly. Be sure to emphasize how your decision positively impacted the company.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "When I was a mentor in a juvenile detention center I constantly had to be on my toes in order to handle groups of 15+ kids. One time we were doing an activity that was planned for the day but none of the kids were getting into it. I quickly changed the game to one that was more high energy and everyone responded well. This shows that I am able to not only think on my feet but read a room of people I am unfamiliar with."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   This response is an excellent example of how you used quick thinking to save the day; the specific example you provided is great.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "Yes, I believe I can think effectively when under pressure to try and solve problems or to complete a task. For example, we switched our wholesaler supplier and had some teething problems and one of my hospitals called me and said they couldn't order any tins of our thickener and the hospital was down to their last 3 tins and it was a Friday. I got straight on to the wholesaler for an emergency few cases to be delivered the following morning even though it was a weekend, averting the crisis of no thickener left, and this support for the customer calmed them down. And found out who I need to speak to in purchasing and supported in the setting up the account with the new supplier."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Great! This is an excellent example to cite. Just be sure to explain the particulars so the interviewer understands the products you were selling and what the issue was (it's all commonplace for you but remember that they don't know much about your current company or position).

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   Anonymous Answer

   "Yes, I am a quick thinker. I recently wanted to plan a speaker meeting, I was covering a new indication I had been trained on. I had 2 different colleagues suggesting to me two different speakers which were causing a rift between the team. One wanted to use a speaker that we had already used, but the other colleague thought he was good enough. My other colleague wanted to use a speaker that was from out of the territory. To solve the problem I suggested a speaker from the same ICS that I know is good at delivering the value message that both colleagues were happy with."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   You do a great job of highlighting a specific example of how your quick thinking and creativity show up in your work. To strengthen this response, I suggest adding a sentence or two that really shows the outcome or impacts of this quick thinking (did the speaker you suggested facilitate? What was that outcome?)

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I consider myself a quick thinker because I can process information quickly while reverse engineering a problem; getting straight to a few potential solutions. I do not like to dwell on problems so I have trained myself to focus on what I can do right now, and at the moment, to solve a problem. One example of my quick thinking was when a customer called in to cancel their order. I am not in sales, but the sales rep was out for the day, and I knew the customer needed saving. I started a conversation with them and asked what we could have done differently. Through a series of questions and getting to know them, I was able to smooth over the miscommunication. I uncovered a way that we could solve another one of their pain points. Although I am not in sales, my quick thinking saved the client from canceling and ensured that we maintained their valuable account for another year." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I recently read 'Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking' by Malcolm Gladwell. I learned a lot of amazing techniques and skills to help boost my ability to think on my feet. While in school, I had many instances where assignments were due on the same day, amid exams to boot. This book helped me learn to adapt my unconscious, using mental processes that help me to think rapidly without storing unnecessary information."

3. 3.

   What motivates you the most in your current role?

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   Situations that keep you motivated at work could include:
   
   -Learning new skills
   -Coaching others
   -Exceeding targets
   -Troubleshooting complex problems
   -Coming up with creative solutions
   
   Talk to the interviewer about what keeps you excited about your job, and then provide a specific example of this motivation in action. The interviewer needs to see your enthusiasm for what you do. Then, be sure to tie in your motivating factors with the job for which you are interviewing. Where do you see an opportunity for motivation in this new role?
   
   

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   "When I meet and exceed my goals and targets, I feel incredibly motivated. It feels amazing to take the plan, put it into action, and then reap the rewards. For instance, in my previous workplace, I was in the top 5% in my department in performance indicators. The feeling is so rewarding that it motivates me to do even better in the following performance tests. I appreciate that your organization offers clear performance targets and then incentives based on exceeding them."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   It must have been very rewarding to be in the top 5% of your department. Utilizing the MQ framework, you give the interviewer a clear idea of the ways you are best motivated in the workplace.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I am very passionate about working in the healthcare industry since it enables me to touch the lives of people by providing them with better products and services. • I feel incredibly motivated to see positive trends in my daily management and exceed goals and targets. • Winning trust and leading impactful, high-priority global industrial transfer projects or acquisitions, or setting up new sites while being successful. • Helping my team on troubleshooting complex problems. • Coaching successors"

   

   Marcie's Answer

   These are all great motivators to mention. Be sure to answer in such a way that you aren't just listing items; instead, make your answer conversational and explain each motivator. Consider emphasizing one as your biggest motivation (perhaps touching the lives of others) since the question specifically asks about what motivates you the most. Great job!

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   Anonymous Answer

   "The ability to coach others, meeting new people, and seeing the engagement in associates."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   These are excellent motivators that show off your true leadership skills!

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I am results-oriented. I like getting things done and I aim to exceed expectations. I am very motivated by making my team a success. Working together with the shared goal of improving patient outcomes, making the physician's job easier, and assisting with any challenges faced as a team."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   It sounds like you make a wonderful team member! My only suggestion for improving your response is weaving in the phrase "self-motivated" (since you clearly are self-motivated!)

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   Anonymous Answer

   "When I am entering data or reviewing a spreadsheet and I find a mistake. I am a very meticulous and thorough person and even the highest executive can make a mistake. When I can point out what I found and let them know it needs attention it makes me feel accomplished and also that they can count on me to deliver results and always be on my A-game."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Wow! It sounds like you are extremely detail-oriented, which is great. Just be careful not to come off like someone who enjoys catching others making mistakes (like a tattletale). Consider rephrasing your answer like below:

   "I am very motivated by the satisfaction I gain from submitting accurate work. I pride myself on being very detailed, and I always strive to produce high-level, polished documents and spreadsheets. Sometimes I notice the errors of others. Naturally, making mistakes happens to all of us! While I am always careful not to step on anyone's toes, I quietly make any necessary corrections so our work is top-notch and completely correct. My colleagues know that they can count on me and that I am always on my A-game. Knowing that we are producing the best work we can, motivates me tremendously."

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I find motivation through helping others. This year, I was asked to assist in a new training program for our outside sales reps. I helped these new hires to feel comfortable, learn about our products, taught them how to cold call, and how to prospect effectively. It felt wonderful to see these new hires flourish in their training, and find great success in the weeks after their training was complete. When I saw this job posting for assistant manager, and read that much of the role is helping to train and coach new hires, I knew I needed to apply." Rachelle Enns wrote: "When I meet and exceed my goals and targets, I feel incredibly motivated. It feels amazing to take a plan, put it into action, and then reap the rewards. For instance, this month, I exceeded my sales goals by 25%, earning a spot with our company's top three customer service representatives. The feeling is so rewarding that it motivates me to do even better next month. I appreciate that your organization offers clear performance targets and then incentives based on exceeding them."

4. 4.

   Name for me one task in your current job that you wish you could perform more often.

   How to Answer

   Chances are, the task that you discuss is one that you perform the best. Because we all prefer to do the things we are good at! The purpose of this question is for the interviewer to uncover some of your greatest strengths. Think about your favorite days at work at what they entail. Maybe you love being on the phone with customers, helping them solve product-related issues. Perhaps you most enjoy training a coworker on the company's new software update. Or, maybe giving outstanding stakeholder presentations brings you to life! Whatever your answer, be sure to show enthusiasm for what you do.
   
   

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   "I enjoy studying the market trends, looking at the business month's sales performance over the month, year over year. And anticipating what will happen next and therefore making an action plan. In real estate, the action plan is finding the right price to buy or sell a home and writing the best offer."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Nice! It seems you have a lot of enthusiasm for research, analysis, and market data.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "We were faced with complicated, multidimensional issues or problems in our company that was not limited to our own teams. My position was to practice with the Kaizen events to drive perfect solutions. I am always eager to facilitate the Kaizen events. This involves market demand planning, MR supply chain, the operations team, business and operations leaders, and the market supply chain delivery team. We follow the VSM process, define the current state and future state while identifying any hindering gaps. We also remove non-valued activities and finally as a team we are able to achieve our phase 1 target."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   What exactly is a Kaizen event? Perhaps clarify this in case the interviewer isn't aware of this terminology. Also, consider talking more about why you enjoy facilitating these kinds of events. What do you like about doing that?

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   Anonymous Answer

   "It is conducting skip-level one-on-ones with leaders of different operational areas. Be able to plan learning programs that are longer than 4 hours."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Very specific, which will certainly help the hiring company to know where they could put more focus when it comes to your responsibilities.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I wish I could have performed more cases. I got a lot of satisfaction from working with the healthcare staff, coaching them through the procedure, and getting positive feedback from patients receiving the implant, reporting a significant reduction of symptoms, and improving their quality of life."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   You clearly articulate the task in your current job that you'd enjoy performing more frequently. I just suggest being a bit more specific and sharing exactly what kind of cases you are referencing.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I love analyzing data and seeing trends and areas for opportunity. Numbers don't lie and when I can find cost savings opportunities or get a budget back in line I feel very accomplished and satisfied."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Awesome! That's great that you enjoy uncovering cost-saving opportunities and reconciling accounts and budgets. Can you talk more about the experience you have doing this? You might also add a sentence at the end of your response that emphasizes how you look forward to doing this within your new role.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I thoroughly enjoy many tasks in my current role; especially making client site visits. I like to see my clients in person so that I can learn how their business operates and make more targeted product and service recommendations. I feel I can be more hands-on and helpful this way." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I love to learn and conduct research. If I could perform one task more often, it would be the database searches and analysis that my boss has me perform in Salesforce. I like taking our client information and breaking down trends in their buying patterns and then presenting the sales teams with targeted opportunities. Most businesses thrive when they can better understand their customer data and trends, and I enjoy being a part of that research."

5. 5.

   Would you prefer to earn a set salary or be offered an uncapped pay based on performance?

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   This question may not seem like a behavioral-based inquiry, but it sure is! If you have worked in a highly commission-based role in the past, you know that it takes a considerable amount of focus, dedication, and methodology to succeed. Often, commission-based positions do not cap your pay, meaning the reward can be much higher than an opportunity with a set salary. There is no right or wrong answer so, be true to your preference, properly backing your position and reinforcing your strong work ethic.
   
   

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   "Uncapped pay based on performance. A lot of the work I do is where I go above and beyond and so to be rewarded for that extra hard work is very motivating to me."

   

   Cindy's Answer

   Ok! good, straightforward answer with rationale included. Nice job.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "For most of my career while working with all these fortune 500 companies I was always on Base salary + incentives + stock options based on my performance and I always liked this structured approach being a structured and analytical person."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Nice! Consider talking more about why you prefer this pay structure. Do the incentives and stock options motivate you to work harder? If you like the ability to earn more based on your performance, make sure to emphasize this.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I prefer a set salary with a bonus based on real achievable performance metrics attainable within the purview of the position."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Your desired compensation structure is very clear - well done.

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   "I am very structured, so I appreciate a set salary. With my past experiences, I have had a set salary with added commission or bonuses upon performance and exceeding quotas."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   Great; it sounds like you've given careful thought to which type of salary structure works best for you.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I prefer to earn a set salary with a realistic and achievable bonus structure. I like to feel in control of my earnings, and this motivates me to work harder towards goals."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Perfectly said. You deliver this compensation-based question confidently and professionally.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I have worked in commission-based roles in the past with no base salary, but my potential commission earnings were uncapped. I loved it! With this pay structure, I felt very in control of my earnings and found it to be not only exciting but motivating at the same time. I thrived in this environment and would certainly do it again." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I am a very structured and analytical personality, and I do best when I know what to expect. I prefer a set salary so that I can focus on doing my job very well rather than continually tracking my commissions and earnings."

6. 6.

   How do you keep track of your day-to-day tasks and activities?

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   This question is an excellent opportunity for you to discuss the tools that you use to keep your day on track. Some of the most common tools used in the workplace include CRMs like Salesforce. Also, project management tools like Trello, Wrike, or Slack. Perhaps you use an app like Evernote or pay for a service such as Monday. Do you take an old-school approach and keep notes and to-do lists in a notebook that you carry with you everywhere? Whatever your method, be ready to walk the interviewer through your strategy for maximizing time and keeping yourself organized.
   
   

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   "I am a big fan of a diary, notebook, excel spreadsheets, and CRM systems. I use it all to input my appointments, calls, ladder of adoption with my customers, and daily routine. I feel together these tools help structure the blueprint of my day in being successful."

   

   Cindy's Answer

   Good! Approaching this answer by showing the tools and techniques you use will help the interviewer understand how you'd stay on track, regardless of the task. However, explain why and how these tools help. Perhaps give an example that shows how you apply these tools.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "Being a highly organized person, I would like to track my tasks, normally I arrange all my tasks in office 360 in Microsoft To-Do App, easy to sync and assign with my iPhone and Laptop. I never miss joining daily management meetings to review progress along with the team i.e. Quick Visual Mgmt.; Biggest challenge, trends, help required, and possible problem and solutions using PRIDE tool for solving the issues."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Great! Your response specifically explains what tool you use to track your tasks, which is great. Is this the only tool you use? Do you also use an online calendar? The interviewer will also appreciate that you delve into the daily management meetings you run/attend.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I start by every Sunday, planning out and preparing for the week ahead. I use a daily planner to write down everything I need to complete for that day and then use google calendar specifically for work-related meetings. Regarding my notes and deals, I use Salesforce to stay organized, and EOD looks over all my work and makes any needed updates or changes."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   It seems you are incredibly well organized and focused on your tasks at hand, as well as what is coming up. You offer up some nice details in your answer.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "I have found that the best way to be productive and make the most of my day is to have a schedule and make a To-Do list. I begin planning the night before. I follow up on any conversations and meetings of that day and prioritize and plan tasks for the next day. I have my iPad that I carry along with me throughout the day and I update my To-Do list throughout the day."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   It sounds like you've developed a great strategy for staying organized and prioritizing tasks If you have any other systems that you've found helpful (example: color-coding, scheduling apps, etc) you may wish to include that as well.

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   Anonymous Answer

   "The best tool I have is my iPad. I use an app called Goodnotes, where I have my work notes and notes for all my different classes. In my agenda, I have all my tasks I need to complete at the top and then below, I have broken down day by day how much of each task I want to complete. This has helped me avoid burnout with a heavy workload by splitting up large assignments into smaller ones. This also forces me to begin tasks earlier and gives me more time to ask for help if I need it."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   Excellent response; you clearly show how you stay organized and which tools have assisted you with this.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I have always been a highly organized person, and I like to keep track of my tasks in a variety of ways. Once I have decided which tasks are most urgent, I will break them down into micro-tasks into a project management application called Asana. As I complete each task, I gain the satisfaction of crossing them off the app like a to-do list. I do not consider my day complete until all of my tasks are complete for that day." Rachelle Enns wrote: "Traditionally, I am a paper and pen person, which means that I keep nearly everything I need to know and do, in my notebook. To become more up-to-date with the software and other systems available to me to maximize organization and time management, I have started to use a service called Monday. It's a more visual tool, which I appreciate. It's been wonderful so far, and I haven't missed a deadline or a task since I started using it!"

7. 7.

   Do the values of our company align with what you view as important?

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   One purpose of this question is for the interviewer to see how much research you have done on their organization. Most companies will have their core values or mission statement provided on their website. You must know the mission and values of the company so that you can make a strong case when it comes to matching your own values with that of the company.
   
   

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   "Stryker’s mission – Together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. This ethos aligns with my core values as I will gain the ability to provide a solution that will improve the health and well being of patients and caregivers. The main components of the company are integrity, accountability, people, and performance, all of which I regard highly in my personality."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Excellent work, bringing in the company mission and matching this with your own core values. Well done!

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   Anonymous Answer

   "Absolutely, the fact that the company is patient-centric and to deliver quality to them is very important to me. I strive to improve a patient's life by delivering them a quality item and service that will help grow the company further."

   

   Cindy's Answer

   Good! This is a good opportunity to expand on what you know about the company's values. Have you done any research and can you share what you learned?

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   Anonymous Answer

   "A Big Yes, Company is the market leader in women’s health medical devices for diagnostics, surgery, and medical imaging. I was very impressed after understanding the Hologic 3Ps • PURPOSE —to enable healthier lives everywhere, every day • PASSION to become global champions for women’s health. • PROMISE to bring The Science of Sure® to life"

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Great! It's wonderful that the company's values align with your own. Can you discuss more why these three values - purpose, passion, and promise - are meaningful to you?

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   "Yes, Stryker's mission is about making people's lives better thru better medical care and devices. They value integrity, accountability, people, and performance. These resonate very strongly with me as an HR professional. My career has been built on doing the right thing, taking ownership of my actions, and that of my team, developing people to be their best every day."

   

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   Alignment is key! Be sure to draw out specifics as per the company you are interviewing with.

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   "Yes. Their values align with mine about putting the patient first."

   

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   In your real-time interview, you will want to mention the company's core values specifically and what you have done in the past to uphold similar values.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I conducted a great deal of research on your company before coming here today. I appreciate that your values include excellence in customer service, diversity, and inclusion, and transparency in pricing. I was very impressed after reading the letter from your CEO, published on the company website. Her words felt genuine. I consider myself a sincere person who is welcoming of those who are different from me. I take every new experience and treat it as an opportunity to learn and make new connections." Rachelle Enns wrote: "Your company values are posted around the website, and I appreciate how proud this organization is of these values. To treat everyone with kindness, to deliver above customer expectations, and to be first to market with new solutions are all values and goals that I have set for myself in my professional career. There is a lot of overlap between the company values and my own, which makes me very excited to work and grow here."

8. 8.

   What does integrity mean to you?

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   The formal meaning of integrity is 'the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.' The interviewer would like to know what it means to you, to have integrity in your work and even your personal life. Include a time when a situation challenged your integrity, and discuss how you stood up to the situation.
   
   

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   "By having moral principles."

   

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   How do you display integrity in the workplace? It's essential to take every question as an opportunity to tie in how you will be a fit for the company and the position for which you are interviewing.

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   "In my work life, it means being able to deliver my customer's needs. I am there for them. They can contact me day or night by phone or email and I will be able to support them as best as I can. I have had customers who were aware of my valuable training and would request me to go to the care homes they (the speech therapist) just visited as they saw a need for my services. Having that advocacy is important to moving the business forward."

   

   Cindy's Answer

   Good start. So, integrity is keeping your word, especially when it comes to promises you've made to your customers? I'd recommend stating it explicitly so it's easy for your interviewer to draw this conclusion.

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   "Doing the right thing versus being right. My leader wanted to terminate the employment of a peer who had over eight years of tenure. There were no documented performance discussions on file. I did not support a termination without a remedy. I provided a different solution that provided the desired outcome, but the departing incumbent was thankful and appreciative of the steps I had taken to be respectful."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   It seems you have a thorough approach that is 'for the people' while also protecting the company for which you work. Your definition of integrity is spot on!

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   "For me, integrity means to be true to myself, following my moral or ethical convictions, and doing the right thing in all circumstances (i.e., honesty, trustworthiness, responsibility, and helping to uphold the core values of my company at all times."

   

   Marcie's Answer

   Excellent. This is a wonderful definition of integrity. How have your life experiences shaped your concept of integrity? Why is it important to you that you have a strong character?

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   "Integrity means doing a great job even when no one is looking. Going above and beyond what is expected, and only holding yourself accountable for your performance. Having a strong work ethic, being honest and trustworthy."

   

   Stephanie's Answer

   You use a lot of great buzz words here, but this response is missing a specific example. How does integrity show up in your life and in your work? Do you have a specific example of how you've used integrity in making an important decision?

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "As a leader, I believe that my team only works as hard as I do. For this reason, I set the greatest example at work. I arrive on time, I stay late, and I am reliable. Integrity means standing above the rest in actions, words, and example." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I am loyal to my career and my job. When it comes to having integrity in the workplace, this means being honest, transparent, dedicated to my work, and upholding the core values of my company at all times."

9. 9.

   How can we encourage your professional development?

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   Professional development opportunities can present themselves in the form of courses, workshops, gaining new credentials, collaboration with your superiors, or attending industry-related conferences. These opportunities help you to improve your job performance and can often lead to higher duties and responsibilities. The interviewer would like to know what type of professional development activities you value the most. Discuss what you want to learn in this role, and where you would like to see these opportunities take you in your career.
   
   

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   "I am always keen to learn to be the best at what I do. The industry that I am coming into is a new sector to me and so anything from understanding the business environment courses, processes in procurement would be of benefit."

   

   Cindy's Answer

   Good! Are you also self-motivated to learn the new industry? How would you go about marshaling your learning?

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   "I enjoy attending courses related to my field. So I would like to continue that. I would also like to have an in-depth understanding of the organization, so I would like to spend real time with people of the various areas to appreciate what they do."

   

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   Your answer is clear and will give the interviewer a strong idea of what you need to remain happy and motivated in the workplace.

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   "I appreciate the fact that this company encourages professional development. I am eager to learn and grow to expand my role. One area of professional and self-development I need is product knowledge and NPI project management in the company. Gallup leadership assessment, leadership feedback, one-on-one meetings, and formal training will also help to finalize my development plan and mentoring,"

   

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   This is a good answer! You come across as appreciative and enthusiastic. It's also great that you specifically mention product knowledge and NPI project management as areas that interest you.

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   "Fostering a culture of sharing knowledge and experience. Conducting regular meetings, encouraging the sharing of experiences, successes, failures, and challenges. Offering continuous training."

   

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   Great response! When you mention "continuous training," do you have specific examples of training you'd like to receive?

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   "I really value attending field-related educational events organized externally or internally. I love learning and gaining an in-depth understanding of my company and organization."

   

   Rachelle's Answer

   Very nice suggestion for the interviewer. Are there any specific educational events or opportunities that you have in mind?

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I value the opportunity to grow in my education and industry-based knowledge. For this reason, the best ways to encourage my professional development could be to offer continuing education, meaningful coursework, or even tuition reimbursement opportunities based on my work performance. I appreciate that your company values growth and development, and I am eager to improve my work performance here." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I appreciate the fact that your company encourages professional development. I am eager to learn and grow through a steady increase in duties and responsibilities. I also value skills-based training opportunities that are followed up with related job assignments, which allow me to apply my new skills immediately."

10. 10.

    Tell me about a time when you felt successful.

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    The first purpose of this question is for the interviewer to discover how you define success. The second purpose of this question is for the interviewer to hear about the proudest moment in your career.
    
    Times when we feel most successful, are usually attached to our most significant accomplishments; however, everyone defines success differently. Your example does not need to be a grand 'I saved the world' moment.
    
    You may feel most successful when you help someone else achieve a goal they thought would never be possible. Perhaps you finished your post-secondary education top in your class despite struggling with a learning disability. Or, maybe you were promoted after working tirelessly for months to gain career advancement.
    
    

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    "When I organized a fundraiser, and monetarily we were successful, the attendees to the carnival and auction had fun."

    

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    This sounds like fun! When offering up 'Tell me about a time' answers, it's best if you can expand on your details. Try using the STAR framework to organize your response (Situation, Task, Action, Result).

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    "I was working for a company, I was supporting a hospital with getting our product onto the formulary. I offered them a great discount which they accepted, they loved the product. I had a 3-week window where I had to train 91 wards before our product was officially used. I accomplished the ward training. The customer was very grateful and the account became the market leader for our product."

    

    Cindy's Answer

    Good use of the STAR format. You could expand by talking about some of your challenges more specifically and how you overcame them.

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    "I built many Greenfield and Brownfield sites globally and always take pride in what I was able to accomplish, it was a proud movement when my site received the CEO Best performing industrial site award in 2013 and 2017. However, I felt most successful when my site won the XX Excellence Award in 2018. A great journey of transformation to achieve excellence."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    What did you do to earn the XX Excellence Award in 2018? Go into more detail so the interviewer can truly understand how hard you had to work to achieve this and why it made you feel so successful.

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    "Accomplishing my nursing degree. I was apart of a very competitive nursing program and ended up graduating with high marks. I sacrificed a lot during my undergrad as well as through the program to be successful."

    

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    Congratulations! Your hard work paid off :) Try diving into more detail to bring this to life a touch further for the interviewer. For instance, what made your nursing program so competitive? What did you sacrifice, and what roadblocks did you overcome along the way?

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    Anonymous Answer

    "One time that I felt successful was when I coached a physician on the implant of a device for a patient that was reporting at least 10 episodes a day. After a few days of receiving the implant, the patient reported zero urinary episodes at night and had significantly reduced her trips to the bathroom during the day."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    This is a wonderful example--good for you! My only suggestion is to add a closing sentence that rounds out your response. For example: "Knowing that I'd made a positive impact on this patient's life made me feel that I had succeeded."

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I feel the most successful at work when I exceed the goals given to me by my corporate head office. As a territory sales rep, I am competitive and always want to do better than the expectations put on me. This year I made Presidents' Club and was in the top 10 for sales revenue. I felt a lot of pride in my work and was thrilled with my accomplishment." Rachelle Enns wrote: "For me, success is not so much what I do, but how people feel when they are around me. I earned recognition in my last position for being a helpful coworker and a resource for many new trainees who were getting their footing in the industry. I felt so wonderful when they recognized me for being a kind person who was willing to lend a hand."

11. 11.

    Do you understand what is expected of you in your current role?

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    The interviewer would like for you to take some time describing your current role and the expectations you face regularly. A sign of a mature and self-aware employee is knowing precisely what is expected of you in your job. If you show little direction or awareness of the impact you make on your company, the interviewer will see this as a red flag. There is no need to take 10 minutes walking the interviewer through your day; however, you should take a bit of time discussing your key responsibilities.
    
    

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    "Yes, of course. I use a hosting plan to drive breakthroughs with objectives and KPIs which are fully aligned in annual planning. I also make alignments in daily management, and monthly and quarter review processes. On top of this, I always have 1:1 meetings with my key stakeholders and seek feedback to continually improve on my performance."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Can you possibly talk more about what some of the objectives and KPIs are? What other responsibilities are expected of you? Make sure to explain these elements so that the interviewer completely understands your current role and its expectations.

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    Anonymous Answer

    "When I was recruited, they had a meeting, and it was explained to me the expectations, by increasing the number of customers and maintaining existing customers, as well as reviewing operating expenses, evaluating the team, distributing tasks according to their capabilities, and creating an information platform database for the company. also proposing new products in the market, or adding value to existing products And I think that after three years I have achieved all...and this all motivated me to work on to keep achieving their expectation."

    

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    You offer a lot of great detail here, but the delivery is a bit awkward. It seems you 'bury the lead,' so to speak. I have offered a revision for you, below :)

    "Yes, I understand my current role very well and have exceeded expectations for the past three years. When hired at Company ABC, they explained to me their expectations, which included increasing our customer base and maintaining existing customers. Also, reviewing operating expenses, evaluating the team, distributing tasks according to their capabilities, and creating an information platform database for the company. I was also to propose new products in the market while adding value to existing products."

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    "I oversee recruitment, succession planning, performance improvement and management, leadership development, and engagement. I have reengineered our recruitment practices to be more efficient and to seek out the best talent. I created a competency profile so we can better access our current leaders for future progression, and I recently relaunched and facilitated performance improvement - thru effective interaction."

    

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    You do a wonderful job bringing your key accomplishments into this response. Well crafted!

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    "Yes, the expectations for my current role are very defined."

    

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    Try giving the interviewer a glimpse into your most critical responsibilities so they can align these with the role for which you are interviewing.

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    "Yes, I am expected to build relationships. That is with my teammates, with the physicians, and with the patients. I am expected to KNOW my product inside and out. Know how my product stands out and Ensure that the physician and healthcare staff are well educated and trained on the medical device I represent. I am expected to produce results and exceed expectations."

    

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    Excellent response! You sound very confident in your understanding of what is expected in your current role, as well as how to execute that.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I perform a huge variety of tasks in my current role. My key responsibilities include keeping our 15 customer service reps on track, training, and onboarding new hires, and taking accountability for the store's sales performance. I am the one who answers to corporate regarding our stores' sales, customer returns, stock levels, and inventory discrepancies. My job requires a great deal of attention to detail, and I juggle many moving parts at the same time." Rachelle Enns wrote: "Yes, I do understand what is expected of me as an administrative assistant. First, I am expected to be reliable and enthusiastic about the company's mission. I am the first face that our customers see when they come into the office, so I am to smile, greet, and make them feel comfortable. I keep the office running smoothly every day, which includes answering the phone promptly, communicating with the executives whom I support, and answering inquiries that come in through our general admin email."

12. 12.

    Do you consider yourself someone direct and forthright with others?

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    As a direct individual, you are honest, and to the point. You do not leave people hanging when it comes to answering, direction on a project, or necessary feedback. Talk to the interviewer about a time when you were candid with a coworker, customer, or boss, ensuring that they had the direct information that they needed from you.
    
    

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    "Yes. It is crucial especially in business to make someone understand what is required especially when they are buying into a product or service. Being direct and honest about eg a service will only allow your customer to use it and be successful to use it again."

    

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    Great! An example of how you put this ethos into practice would be very helpful. Was there a time when you felt it was necessary to be direct with a customer?

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    "Yes, I do consider myself to be direct with others. The most professional and respectful thing to do is to get to the point in a considerate way. I never sugarcoat a situation; however, I do assume that everyone had the best of intentions. We tracked all actions in Tier 3 Daily management and each action is owned by the leadership team, one of the supplies which were impacting on customer delivery for more than 5 days. The Supply chain leader did not complete a root cause analysis to drive a solution. I approach him to post Daily Management meeting and seek his commitment to sharing the analysis and resolution date and help him in connecting with commodity and supplier quality team for their commitments."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    It's great that you've included an example here to support your assertions. Nice job! This will make your answer more memorable to the interviewer. It's also positive that you do consider yourself to be direct and straightforward while still being considerate and respectful.

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    "Very much so. I am very honest but respectful. I tailor my approach to the individual."

    

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    Perfect answer! You show care for others while still addressing the needs at hand.

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    "I am a direct person. As long as you are respectful, people will appreciate honesty. When my co-worker asked me to translate marketing material to Spanish, I let him know that I was very happy to get it done, but it would be important to ensure that a Certified Translation was required. Since the material was to be provided to patients, it needed to be a Certified Translation by a professional Translation service."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    This is an excellent specific example, which positively affects the impact of your response. My only suggestion s to add a closing sentence to round out your response. For example: "My ability to be direct with others, while maintaining strong working relationships, has allowed me to be successful in my current role."

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    "Yes, currently I am the lead in a senior design project with four other team members. Our goal is to make a ground work station for field researchers and currently, we are in the design phase. During our brainstorming sessions, it is important for me to be completely honest about my opinion on others' ideas. It would waste a lot of time if I wasn't direct during these meetings."

    

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    Great response; the specific example that you provided does an excellent job of showing how you exhibit directness. While being direct and forthright is an important quality, this company may also be looking for someone who can balance directness with strong interpersonal skills or quality customer service. You may wish to add an additional sentence to your response that shows your ability to connect with your colleagues and/or actively listen to them.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "Yes, I do consider myself to be direct with others. The most professional and respectful thing to do is to get to the point in a considerate way. I never sugar coat a situation; however, I do assume that everyone had the best of intentions. One example of my being direct is when one of my employees delivers a report with errors. I will approach them and say, 'There are errors in your report. Are you able to fix these by the end of the day?' By doing so, I point out the issue while being transparent and direct on what the deadlines are for resubmission." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I believe that part of being direct is sticking to the facts when discussing a workplace situation. If there is a concern with my work, I appreciate my boss approaching me promptly while outlining what needs repair. As a recent university graduate, I had many opportunities to be direct and give feedback to fellow students during group projects. I would state where I saw the issue and then offered up clear recommendations on how we could fix the situation before the assignments' due date."

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    Give an example of a time when you showed integrity on the job, and in your personal life.

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    You know having integrity means possessing 'the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.' Now, the interviewer wants to see how you have exercised integrity in your work and personal life. Give a brief example of a time when you may have been tempted to do the wrong thing when nobody was looking. What made you choose to do the right thing in the end, and how did it make you feel?
    
    

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    "Role model integrity in my personal and professional life is most important and I am very clear about my own values and high standard of integrity which always inspires others to trust and follow me as a leader. • Once officially I traveled to Egypt and my entitlements were Actual + $50 per day. At that time I was carrying travel cheques and cash, on return, I return $2700 as balance. My manager and finance manager told me that you should keep the amount since this is leftover from the daily allowance. Being honest and by virtue of my own principles, in reality, organizations trust me to spend money on an actual basis and balance money has to return back to the organization."

    

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    Wow! This is an impressive example that definitely shows your integrity and honesty. The interviewer will undoubtedly be happy to hear that you are trustworthy. Nice job!

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    Anonymous Answer

    "An associate shared she was resigning due to unsavory behavior in the dept. I looked into the matter confirmed that it was, in fact, occurring. I raised the issue with my leader and my peer. Both were initially affronted by the fact that this claim was coming to light. I confirmed that since the person was resigning, there was no reason for her to lie. We installed cameras as a preventative tactic."

    

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    It speaks a lot about your character and professionalism that you looked into the issue, showing the associate that you cared about what they were saying, even though they were resigning. A very good example of integrity!

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    "On the job, showing a key opinion leader in an account that they were overusing our product which was causing wastage to the consumer on the receiving end. In my personal life is the same as in my business life, every time I get more change than I need back or if I see someone drop currency on the floor, I am quick to give it back."

    

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    Great example! By protecting the client, you're also creating loyalty to the company. Nice work.

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    "As a university student, you are constantly being tempted to cheat on homework and exams. Last semester, when classes went online, a group of my friends decided to get together and take the exam together. I decided to take it alone even though it might mean getting a lower grade. It made me feel good after, knowing that I turned in a piece of work that was solely my own thinking. I also take pride in knowing that I apply my morals to different facets of my life."

    

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    This is an excellent example of how integrity has shown up in your personal life, but this question also asks how you've shown integrity on the job. You should strengthen your answer by providing a specific example of how you have exhibited integrity in the context of a workplace.

    "Integrity is important in all aspects of my life. As a university student, it can be tempting to cheat on homework and exams. Last semester, when classes went online, a group of my friends decided to get together to take the exam. I stayed true to my values by taking the exam alone, even though it might mean me getting a lower grade. It made me feel good to know that I turned in a piece of work that was solely my own thinking. Another example of how I've shown integrity was ar work....(etc, etc)"

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    "Integrity is all about being honest and having a strong moral compass. Doing the right thing, even when you know you could cheat and get away with it. A nursing home getting tins on prescription for use in food, much more expensive but better for my sales. Made them aware don't need to use for food can buy alternatives for cheaper. This would reduce my sales but be better for the home and GP and speech therapists. In my personal life, I was on the tube in London and a lady left her bag on the tube, I tried to shout after her to make her aware but she didn't hear me or chose not to. Everyone seemed a little panicked about a bag left on the tube, I decided to take a note of the train and carriage and when leaving the station told TFL about the bag so they could go and access it. Either way, the lady could get her bag back, or I know I didn't stand by and put other passengers at risk if I didn't report it."

    

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    Nice! You've given two exceptional examples here of times when you've displayed your integrity. Did being honest with the nursing home folks end up garnering you more trust (and/or future sales) that you could mention? Good job!

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I aim to have integrity in all that I do, whether anyone sees me make the right decision or not. For instance, I had a client who had double charges for their order for the past six months. Before me, nobody seemed to have noticed the error. I could have let it go and kept collecting a commission on all of it; however, that is not an act of integrity. I brought the matter to our accounting department, and we credited my clients' account with the overage. In my personal life, it's the same thing. I don't keep money that I find on the ground. I return it to security if possible, or at least give it to someone in need. My integrity is important to me, especially as I expect those around me to be honest and trustworthy." Rachelle Enns wrote: "To have integrity is to do the right thing, even when nobody is watching. When I was in university, I received a higher grade on my transcript than I earned. I brought the typo to the attention of my administrator, who then had the grade reversed. I could have taken credit, but in the end, I didn't earn that grade. I was determined to start my career off on the right foot, which is through complete honesty."

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    Do you think a chain of command is essential in the workplace?

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    The interviewer would like to know when it comes to organizational effectiveness if you believe that a chain of command is necessary. How you answer this query can impact the way the interviewer sees your willingness to be a good team player who respects the organizational makeup of the company. Understanding the importance of a chain of command shows maturity and the fact that you recognize that great businesses require a precise distribution of power and tasks.
    
    

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    "ABSOLUTELY!!! I am fully aware of my duties, my tasks, and challenges in a day. But without that leadership from a regional business manager, who gets their direction from the sales manager then there is no structure and without structure, we would be in danger of not fulfilling what is required as a business."

    

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    Nice! This answer demonstrates good teamwork and the ability to work in collaboration with your manager.

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    "Yes, this process is essential to workplace effectiveness. It is similar to the pyramid of communication, it starts with a point and filters downwards, and we support the goal at the top."

    

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    Excellent response! You showcase an understanding of workplace efficiency and the need for a strong structure.

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    "Yes, I think this process is essential to workplace effectiveness. It maps out the relationships between the people, their positions within the company, and how they relate to each other. I encourage teams to focus on following the behaviors of the customer being first, followed by the company, and then to always be functional. With this approach, I was able to create a culture of being eagar to win, taking ownership, and teaming up to excel."

    

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    Great! You've done a good job here of explaining why you believe a chain of command is important in the workplace. Nice job!

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    "Yes. Most people need to have someone to answer to."

    

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    Do you have any opinion on how a chain of command is best set up? Do you currently work for a company with this setup?

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    "I think a chain of command establishes structure because it helps with understanding who you can turn to with any ideas, questions, or concerns."

    

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    Good start, but I suggest further developing this response a bit more. How has a chain of command been useful in your past roles?

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I believe that a chain of command is important in most business situations. For instance, when it comes to employee issue resolution, or helping clients understand where they should direct their queries and needs. I believe in the importance of everyone understanding their responsibilities with boundaries at the same time. The depth of this chain of command, of course, varies depending on the size of the company. Could you share with me a bit more about the chain of command within this organization?" Rachelle Enns wrote: "A chain of command is important and best when it does not interfere with a company's ability to pivot quickly and function in a smooth and disciplined manner. I have always been one to respect the chain of command, whether that be at work or school. I like to have a clear idea of who to turn to when I have needs, who to ask when I have questions, and what to strive for as I gain momentum in my career."

15. 15.

    Do you consider yourself an overachiever? Why or why not?

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    It's important first to define what you believe to be overachieving. By definition, overachievers 'perform better or achieve more success than expected.' There are a variety of indicators that you are an overachiever. These include:
    
    -You judge your worthiness on how well to perform a task or complete a goal
    -You are hyper-focused on avoiding failure
    -You often overcommit and stay late to achieve more at work
    -You struggle with taking feedback or criticism because it feels like a failure
    -You are always focusing on what's next
    -Your friends and family often refer to you as a perfectionist
    
    It may seem now that it isn't a great thing to be considered an overachiever. If you do resonate with being an overachiever, this is entirely okay! It's essential, however, that you express to the interviewer that you are still a team player who can accept feedback and avoid burnout.
    
    

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    "I do like to execute things better than they may have been done before. I look for areas where I might be able to improve processes or programs to be more efficient and serve people better. This may mean that I will put in all the hours necessary to get things done for a successful and seamless rollout. When I am in the midst of a project, I am thinking of three steps ahead."

    

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    You give some great examples of ways that you give your best without sounding like a perfectionist who gets in their own way.

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    "I set my own goals and targets and always attempt to achieve more than expected. I always push myself and try to exceed my last goal/task. Winning is important to me, but I also understand this may not always happen, and I am happy to stop, re-evaluate, and try again and/or ask for constructive criticism."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    Exceptional! It will be very obvious to the interviewer that you are driven, enthusiastic, and ready to learn/grow.

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    "Yes. Because of everything I do, I want to add the extra value which is me. I want the customer not only to feel they have got what they want but let them know I am there as an advocate supporting their work and needs constantly and not just on the call with them."

    

    Cindy's Answer

    Ok, great start. I would recommend expanding don't the point you make about adding the "extra value which is me." You might sharpen up this excellent point by explaining your particular skills or talents so the interviewer can envision them in action, in his or her workplace. This will go a long way to demonstrating fit for the position.

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    "Yes, I am always an achiever in my career. I always like to achieve and exceed my goals and targets. I led big impactful projects, set up green field sites worth $500M in Baxter, and led 6 major global industrial transfer projects in my last job. I strongly believe to do everything right the first time and to always involve my team. I seek feedback and always want to do my best. I have received many awards and recognitions. I received company excellence awards in 2017 and 2018 and CEO awards for the best-performing unit in 2013 and 2017."

    

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    Excellent! It definitely sounds as though you are an overachiever and that you work hard to accomplish your goals. Mentioning the awards and recognitions you've earned is a nice touch, too.

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    "Yes, I consider myself an overachiever. I aim to exceed expectations. I make it a point to offer or volunteer to help on a variety of projects. I don't want to fail, and to avoid failing, I am consistently looking for ways to improve whatever project I am working on. I am a great listener because It is important for me to make a positive contribution to my team."

    

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    That's great that you always aim to go the extra mile! To strengthen this response, I suggest providing a specific example of a time when you exceeded expectations at work.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I like to take my goals and targets and achieve more than expected. With that said, I do not struggle with feelings of perfectionism. I like to gain feedback from my managers so that I can improve. It's important to me that I achieve and not fail; however, I still understand that failure is a part of life. When I do not achieve a goal, I can easily pick myself back up and try again." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I was most certainly a perfectionist when attending university. I was the first in my family to attend post-secondary schooling, and thus, I put a great deal of pressure on myself to achieve perfect grades. This overachieving led to burnout quickly! Although I am proud of my GPA, I did spend a lot of time finding a good balance between achieving my goals and making myself happy. Today, I will do my best at work without displaying the typical negative traits of an overachiever, such as fear of failure trouble accepting feedback."

16. 16.

    Would this job give you the opportunity to do what you do best, every day?

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    This query can uncover if this is the best job for you, at this time in your career. People change jobs for a wide variety of reasons, and it's essential to the interviewer that this move would be a long term fit versus a short blip on your resume. This question also shows how much research you have done on the role and your understanding of the position. Other ways of asking this question could include 'What is your interest in applying for this role?' and 'Why is this job a good fit for you at this point in your career?' Be honest with the interviewer about the ways that this job will fulfill you. Name specific tasks and responsibilities that you look forward to performing, and also which parts of the role will be an exciting challenge for you.
    
    

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    "From the role description, I feel that there are many opportunities for me to utilize my stand-out skills. I look forward to providing engineering support for new product and new process introductions while also carrying out structured problem-solving. I look forward to working cross-departmentally with teams to produce a final product for the market. These aspects of the role apply to my strengths as an individual."

    

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    Good use of the MQ framework, while personalizing it to your own experiences.

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    "Yes! The companies values reflect my own. I have been successful with my customers by being a human being, listening to their needs, and providing them the value that they seek to help support their patients. I could do this every day until I retire knowing I am helping someone improve their quality of life."

    

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    Great! I like the way you align your values with the company's values. This demonstrates fit!

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    "Yes, I always love connecting, collaborating, and accomplishing big things that always keep me motivated to do the best every day. I feel that I will be a great fit as Senior Director, International Manufacturing with Company with my strong background as a former Director & Global Operations Leader with XX healthcare, Gainesville, USA and previously with XXX Healthcare, I was heading India & SEA manufacturing Operations and led the $500Mn investment in the region by setting up 4 manufacturing sites for Renal and IVs fluid. I have a very successful career in leading Operations sites for Medical Device and Pharma, implementing best in class E2E Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations practices, Global Industrial Strategy, setting up several sites, sourcing alignment, Supplier and Material Management, International Tech transfer projects, new product development, P&L performance and crafting a high performance and a winning culture across sites."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Wow! You have definitely taken the opportunity here to really sell yourself! Good job. You come across as confident, driven, and qualified for the role. You've done a great job of talking about how your skills, strengths, and background make you the best candidate for the job.

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    "The position indicates the importance of leveraging relationships to bring together strategies and ideas to manage talent, provide the right and consistent experience to leaders, managers, and support engagement. I build strong relationships with people and, from there, determine how and what is needed to be successful. This "partnership" role would allow me to bring my best every day."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    Awesome response! You do an excellent job bringing the responsibilities of the job into your answer, showing the interviewer that you have put ample thought into your application and candidacy.

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    "Yes. I will be able to do what I do best, and that is a trusted advisor to my clients."

    

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    You sound very confident in this fact!

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "From the role description, I feel that there are many opportunities for me to utilize my stand-out skills. I look forward to fulfilling tasks in Software XYZ while also addressing user needs. My excellence in communication will be well-utilized as a significant portion of my time will be spent troubleshooting over the phone and by email. I am eager to gain more experience in Software ABC as well, which is a positive challenge that this role will provide me." Rachelle Enns wrote: "Yes, I wholeheartedly believe this position will allow me to let my competencies shine while also learning important new skills. I have expertise in inventory management, vendor relationships, and warehouse operations. These skills are most important in this role, and the tasks that I enjoy the most."

17. 17.

    What does being competitive mean to you? How competitive are you?

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    A person who understands the true meaning of competition knows that a consistent and robust level of competition will help them to improve personally and professionally. They do not see competition as an intimidating factor but rather an opportunity to become better. Be prepared to talk about a time when you were placed in a competitive situation and thrived. Your example should be work-related.
    
    

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    "For me, it means when peers challenge each other to be better or deliver better. I do not consider myself competitive, but I do like to show results, and I do put playful competition into play. For example, if we said completing performance reviews on time was a key metric, I would then post the results by department monthly. I find that departments naturally compete with each other to attain better numbers."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    This is an excellent example of creativity and competition in motion. Also, you present a very unique and thoughtful definition of competition.

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    "It means achieving/winning. I am a very competitive person. Always have been. I am keen to win and so at work means new business. I am a tenacious person but deliver and win in an empathetic way again bringing a solution to the customer that no one else brings, adding value."

    

    Cindy's Answer

    Ok! This is an important quality to go into detail about. Do you have an example that could help inform your answer?

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    "I learned to be competitive with myself, to try to First time right, use the 1-10-100 rule. 1 means cost of doing non-quality x 1, 10 means cost of non-quality x 10 and same way x 100. I strongly believe in continual improvement, as a leader, we combine our efforts to build a strong team using PRIDE (Purposeful vision, role model, Integrity, Develop and Empower) concept. Always push the bar using benchmarking techniques and never stop striving for the best."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    You've done a great job of explaining what being competitive means to you. It also sounds like you're pretty competitive by nature. Is there an example you can provide of a time when you competed for something?

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    "Being competitive means having a "winning" mentality in life and always having the desire to be #1and the best at everything you do. Competitive people are driven and perform best when in an environment that constantly challenges them and is surrounded by peers that push them to be better. I am a very competitive person in all aspects of my life."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    This is an excellent start, and it seems you are very passionate about the topic. Last, try to add in a recent example of a time when you were competitive. The concept is to 'show' vs. only 'tell.'

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    "Being competitive means aiming to be the best. Consistently working towards making a positive contribution. When I see someone successful, it drives me and inspires me to push further. To improve my skills and grow professionally and to stand out. I feel that if someone else can do it, so can I."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    Great start, but this response would be more impactful if you included a specific example. How has a competitive spirit showed up in your current work?

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "On a scale of 1-10, I would rank my competitiveness as an 8. I like to compete internally, and I will create small milestones for myself at work, attaching them to a time limit. For instance, if I complete the data entry for 50 new customers in under 3 hours, then I can reward myself with a quick coffee break. I like to beat my time limits and will play small games like this with myself throughout the day until all of my tasks are complete. When it comes to being competitive in a team setting, I like to rise above the rest by being the hardest worker and the fastest to respond when a customer is in need. With that said, I spend most of my time uplifting my coworkers and helping them to succeed." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I have a competitive personality that stems from my years in competitive sports as a child and young adult. I learned to be competitive with myself, while also valuing teamwork and the importance of pushing others to be their best. I never stop striving to be better, which means that in any given situation, I've always viewed my last performance as the biggest point of competition."

18. 18.

    Tell me about a time when you felt uncomfortable or unprepared in your job.

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    This question is meant to address how you react when outside of your comfort zone. When feeling unprepared or uncomfortable, some people tend to point fingers and blame others. Others may become shy and unwilling to speak up for themselves or ask for what they need. And, there is a smaller percentage of people who will take the bull by the horns and get what they need by being their own biggest strength. Discuss with the interviewer how you would react if put into an uncomfortable situation on the job.
    
    

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    "In my previous role we sold a liquid thickener that had specific guidelines on how to mix, the guidelines changed worldwide and the supply of new materials was delayed with the new guidelines. I had a lot of training to do across one of my hospitals who were depending on this new material. So I went back to our marketeer and requested an electric copy of the new materials that I could showcase to this customer in this big account. They agreed and as a result, I was able to deliver training with electronic copies and succeeded in my support to the customer."

    

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    Good! The answer shows your problem-solving skills and ability to prepare in the face of adversity. Good work!

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    "I accepted a new leadership role and was very excited to meet my new team and the new challenges I would face. I immediately started working on my transformation agenda along with my team. Just after four months in the role, the company made announcements that they were going to close the site and I was asked to lead the industrial site transferring to overseas. My team had lots of questions and feelings about the situation. I made sure to have open and transparent communication with the entire site. The key message was that as a leadership team it was important for us to keep our employees well informed on business decisions and help them to get through this tough time."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Excellent example! This sounds like it was a huge change and that you handled it in a professional and calm way while protecting and fighting for your team. Do you feel that your message was heard by others on the leadership team?

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    "I was conducting a step two grievance meeting, and the owner showed up unexpectantly. I continued to run the meeting as I had planned and when he wanted to speak up and conceded the floor and then redirected the meeting where it was diplomatic to do so."

    

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    It sounds as though you did exactly what was right in this situation. Good response.

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    "In my previous role as an Account Executive, I never received any formal training or coaching, so I had no idea what to expect during my first demo. I prepared as much as I could and went into the call confident. Any time I was unsure of something, instead of panicking, I used it in my favor to look even more prepared and said that I had a product specialist joining at the end to answer any questions."

    

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    Your approach to these demo calls, and your overall lack of training, shows a lot of drive, smarts, and initiative. How did this approach work out in the end with your clients? Do you have any numbers to share resales or close ratio?

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    "The CEO was getting stressed and putting a lot of pressure to have a number of patients enrolled in order to get the funding that we needed. The CEO ordered us to pass out flyers to Bingos and Costco. I felt uncomfortable because I knew this would pose a liability to myself and the company. Instead, I reached out to 55+ communities and offered to sponsor activities in exchange for a 20 min presentation about our medical device."

    

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    It sounds like you were very resourceful and exhibited a high level of problem-solving, but I am concerned that some interviewers might interpret this response to believing that you went against the CEO's orders. Do you have a different specific example you could give?

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "A few years ago, I joined a new company, very excited to be on board as their newest inside sales rep. I quickly realized on my first day that they had not prepared for me. I did not yet have an assigned desk, an email address, or even a full set of training manuals. Rather than panic and quit, I decided to take control of the situation. I took the training manuals that I did have and made a place for myself in the employee lounge. I let my supervisor know that I would do what I could from there until my space was ready for me. I made the best of an awkward situation! Because of my willingness to take control of my onboarding, I had a very successful start. I even earned top rep status within my first 60 days." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I felt very uncomfortable in my first internship. I was new, nervous, and pretty green when it came to the industry jargon. This newness made me an outsider in the office pretty quickly. Rather than keeping my head down, I decided to make the best of the situation and learn everything that I could. I asked a senior member of the team to mentor me, and I asked if I could job shadow them for my first two weeks. I wrote down pages and pages of notes, soaking in literally everything this person said and did. By the final week of my internship, I had a newfound confidence and many strengths that I carried with me into my final year of university."

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    What is the kindest thing a boss has ever said to you? How did the compliment make you feel, and did you agree with the praise?

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    This question is another version of 'What is your biggest strength,' since the basis of the inquiry is to find out the best qualities that others see in you. The final part of this question is to know if you are the type to accept compliments and if you are capable of seeing your strengths and greatness! It's always good to be a humble person, but are you able to take it graciously when people say kind things about your work ethic?
    
    

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    "The President of my division asked me to join a team that only myself and one other sales rep would be on. He said that the way I conduct myself, and my ability to think objectively and strategically would be a huge value to have on the team. This felt very good to hear and made me feel that my hard work was paying off."

    

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    What an awesome compliment that must have been! This speaks a lot to your character. Well done.

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    "My boss when I first started in the first 12 months, said "You have gone above and beyond on your territory, you have ran with this role, you're an excellent rep. as a result of your hard work in a short space of time you have won these new accounts. I am going to put you forward for the rep of the year." The praise I totally agreed with, I work really hard and made me feel so good that my work is what was expected and that I went above and beyond. I knew I was a great fit for this team."

    

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    Nice! A great compliment and proof of your success.

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    "One of the nicest feelings while working with my boss or leaders in my career is that they trust me so much and I take pride in that. The first time when my IGT Business leader visited my site he made comments and same time asked questions. “I travel from airport to your site and I saw total chaos on the roads. Once I enter your site, the site looks like a perfect German factory. How do you drive this transformation to excellence in building this culture?"

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Wow! That's a really nice comment by a boss! You've done a great job answering this question. The comment you mention indicates that you are a strong leader who inspires team members to be efficient, effective, and neat. Great job!

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    "When I interned at a law firm, the lawyer who oversaw my work said I was performing better than some of the law students. At this point, I only had three years of college under my belt and was learning everything as I went along. It made me feel great because I was in an environment that was very different than what I was used to. I did agree, I was putting in a lot of work because I had a lot of ground to make up."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    What an excellent compliment! Your response highlights your accomplishments in a manner that is self-aware, yet humble. You could strengthen your answer by adding an additional sentence about what this compliment says about you and how this might translate to the role you are applying for. (For example, it illustrated your work ethic, flexibility, or ability to succeed in a variety of environments.)

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    "I offered to produce a training Powerpoint for my co-workers that outlined overactive bladder, and the medical device we represented. The VP of Clinical Affairs was impressed with my work and was grateful that I delivered it to him with ample time in case he needed to make any changes to it. I was grateful for the opportunity and really happy that I was able to deliver."

    

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    It sounds like you went above and beyond in this scenario and the VP was pleased. To strengthen your response, I suggest including the specific compliment that was given to you. For example, "The VP was impressed and said this was the most detailed, helpful PowerPoint he had seen in a long time."

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "It can be hard for me to accept compliments at times. I am a naturally humble person; however, it does feel nice to earn verbal recognition for a job well done. Recently, I completed a client project one week ahead of schedule. My client was so impressed that they called and gave me a rave review. The review touched on my prompt communication, my phone and email etiquette, and my strong level of organization and time management. It felt so good to have my hard work recognized that I couldn't help but smile ear to ear. I then used this positive feedback as a basis for my pitch to take on larger clients with more significant project budgets." Rachelle Enns wrote: "The nicest thing a boss has ever said to me was that they could wholeheartedly trust me to do my work. I am a very focused individual, and I take pride in everything that I do; whether the task is large or small. This compliment meant a lot to me and motivated me to continue delivering my utmost work, even when nobody was around to see the effort."

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    Tell me about a time when you provided honest feedback to a coworker.

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    There is an art to giving honest feedback, and the interviewer would like to know that you are capable of this tedious task. Great feedback means that you are specific, you make the feedback actionable, and you have a clear timeline for change. Discuss any formal training you have received on giving feedback, or a book you have read on the topic. Perhaps you use a particular methodology that works every time!
    
    

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    "I had a co-worker who was learning new software that I was very proficient in. He asked me if I would check over his work before presenting it to management. I would check the completed work with him, highlighting some issues with the job, and teaching him how to improve his workflow and repair small problems. My co-worker appreciated me being honest and helpful in this regard, which improved our working relationship."

    

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    This is a nice example of providing feedback but also developing a trusting co-worker relationship.

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    "I sat with a peer after a performance discussion and asked if I could provide him feedback, he welcomed it. I gave him my comments and my reasoning for it. He understood where I was coming from. The next time we were in a discussion for a similar situation, he asked me afterward if he had been better."

    

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    Most people will appreciate the honest feedback, but you mentioned a key component here, which is first asking permission to provide the feedback. You show strong professional courtesy. Nicely done!

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    "I had a colleague who was new to our business and worked with me in providing training to care homes as proposed by the CCG of the area. The new colleague was naive and very territorial, they believed that her customers were theirs and mine were mine. In order to win the business, they weren't playing ball in order to achieve that. So I arranged a meeting with my colleague and discuss the bigger picture of our work. I said first, it wasn't a professional way of working, we need to work together. I uncovered why they were reluctant to share, and it was down to them believing they wouldn't get a bonus. I made them aware that we are targeted differently and that who we see won't affect that, but more importantly, we need to work together to support this customer in what we can deliver! it's not professional to block your colleague out. As a result, they understood and we were able to deliver a valuable service."

    

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    This is a very good and complete answer. You're using the STAR format to great advantage here. Good job!

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    "Providing honest feedback is always a gift for self-development. One of my production managers was missing on his production schedule commitments 86% Vs 100%. I gave him very candid feedback that he is not meeting the expected Goals and same time tried to help him to deep dive into the capacity analysis, attrition, absenteeism, and identified the gap in key resources. Build additional capacity, agreed on clear hiring and training plan and review every week to track the progress, Finally, he made good progress to catch up with schedule compliance of 95% within 2 months time."

    

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    The interviewer will appreciate that you view honest feedback as a gift for self-development. That's a nice way of saying that it helps people to improve themselves! Your example is also strong.

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    "To provide feedback I think it is important to be respectful and objective. Make sure to balance both the positive and the negative, as well as offering suggestions for the negative. When the clinical coordinator took on additional responsibilities b/c someone was let go, I could see that he was under a lot of stress/pressure- was not able to meet deadlines, nor was he available to answer important questions. So I let him know that I really appreciated all his hard work and that I understood how his responsibilities had increased substantially. I offered my help in any way possible so that he could free up time to answer questions that Clinical Specialists had. Because any mistakes we could have made could essentially be a liability to the physicians, the patient, and the company."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    This is a solid example, but I suggest developing your response to show how you actually provided feedback to this colleague. As your answer currently reads, it sounds more like you just offered your support.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "When providing feedback, I like to use the 3x3 method, which I was trained on in my first management position. With this method, I offer up three strengths and three potential areas for development. I had a team member who was often late to work, or would call in sick. I let her know that she was well-liked by her coworkers. I told her that our clients complimented her customer service skills. I said I appreciated her willingness to help new hires. Then, I proceeded to let her know that her team felt disappointed, hurt, and lost trust in her whenever she would call in sick, leave early, or show up late to her shift. Together we worked on a 30-day perfect attendance plan. In the end, she did much better and, although her attendance was not perfect, it significantly improved." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I had a coworker who made me feel uncomfortable by rushing my work, looking over my shoulder, and criticizing the speed at which I worked. I approached him privately and reminded him that this was my first office job out of university and that I was still learning the role. I told him that his micromanaging made me feel uncomfortable and only worsened the issue. He apologized and committed to helping me by showing me his methods for time management. Because I was honest and forward with him, we were able to find a much more harmonious way of working together."

21. 21.

    Have you ever put your professional work ahead of your personal life?

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    Putting your work life ahead of your personal life seems to go against all human instincts. But don't fret! There are ways to put your work-life first without losing an ounce of yourself in the process.
    
    Putting work first could mean giving pure attention to your job when you are in the office. This approach could mean putting your cell phone away when you're at work or taking action to make sure that your workspace allows for unadulterated focus. Discuss the ways that you have put your professional work ahead of your personal life. You want to seem dedicated to your job but also capable of managing a healthy balance to avoid burnout.
    
    

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    "Frequently as I am in the office for long hours and on weekends. However, I have managed to be off the phone in the evenings when I am home and on days off."

    

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    Good! Your response shows that you strive to achieve balance while also being dedicated and committed to the needs of your company.

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    "When I am at work, my concentration, focus, and efforts are to put my work before all else, I planned my day to drive productivity using my time management. At home, I am always very organized for my daily routine like daily walks, Yoga, simple food, reading, driving, etc. I will remain organized in both my personal and professional life to lead my life as a great discipline and responsible human being."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Nice! It sounds like you are very self-disciplined and that you tend to prioritize work because it is important to you. This is great, but it's also okay to indicate that a good work/life balance is also important to you. You might say that you are open to working after hours, etc., when needed, but that you strive to work productively and to delegate during the day so this isn't usually necessary. If you'd like, you could also include an example of a time when you went above and beyond for work.

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    "When I am at work, I focus on work. I don’t take calls or texts. I do asses that a call from home is not an emergency. I feel it’s important to give my best to the job when it’s their time. And give my family my undivided attention when it is their time."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    It seems you are very professional and are able to draw important boundaries. This is especially critical these days, with our attachment to devices. Well said!

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    "Yes, work is very important to me and I want to be able to build a strong career and understand that personal life may have to take a back seat. You may have to work late to deal with an important query from a customer, you know you have to work so you don't stay out late for the pub on a weekday. Being able to split your time between just work, and just personal time is healthy so the lines don't get blurred,"

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Nice! The interviewer will likely be impressed and glad that you place such a strong emphasis on work because it's important to you. This also implies that you have a great work ethic. But don't forget to emphasize that you also recognize the importance of balancing your professional and personal lives and that getting away from the office sometimes can be a good recharge.

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    "Yes, I have. I was planning an educational event and wanted to try something different so I decided I wanted to run the program on a Saturday to increase attendance. I had plans on that Saturday with my family that I had to cancel to ensure I was free to host that Saturday Educational event."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    It sounds like you take your career seriously, which is great. However, since many employers are concerned about employee burnout, I suggest adding a closing sentence or two that explicitly states your ability to maintain work and life balance. For example: "While I am highly ambitious and I'm willing to go the extra mile at work, I've also learned about the importance of self-care and work/life balance. I try to strike a healthy balance between setting high expectations for myself professionally and setting healthy boundaries."

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "When I am at work, I take concentrated efforts to put my work before all else. I remain distraction-free in meetings by leaving my cell phone out of the room. When on my computer, I never surf for personal reasons and remove as many distractions as possible, such as unnecessary tabs." Rachelle Enns wrote: "Being new to my career, I am fully prepared to put my work ahead of my personal life. I want to build a stellar career and be a reliable and dedicated employee. I will work late or take work home when needed. I will keep my device on silent during the day so that personal matters do not distract me at work. Most of all, I will remain organized in both my personal and professional life so that personal issues do not creep it my workday."

22. 22.

    Walk me through your morning routine.

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    Much can be said about your work style, leadership approach, and level of accountability by learning your daily habits and routine! In your response, the interviewer would like to see structure, some creativity, eagerness to learn and grow, and a certain level of self-awareness. Take a couple of minutes to walk the interviewer through your morning routine, showing a substantial degree of maturity and structure. The last thing you would want to say is that you do not have a structure to your day!
    
    

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    "Once I get in, I review my task list to see if priorities have changed. On my way to the office, if I pass by work areas, I say hello to everyone. In my office, I say hello to my team and ask if there is anything they need and anything I need to bring up at the daily meeting. I check for urgent voicemails, and I head up for the daily meeting. I come back and brief the team concerning the day."

    

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    You sound highly organized and composed. A very good response that is easy to follow.

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    "6:00 am I wake, have some coffee, check the news and emails, get kids off to school, workout, and off to work. Lead generating calls from 9-11."

    

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    It sounds as though you are well organized and start your day being very busy!

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    "My mornings are always very exciting. I start my morning routine with walking, yoga, and a small prayer and I reach my office at 8:30 am sharp. While in my office, I re-check and re-adjust my priorities and set a time to pray for 30 minutes. My actual professional day starts with a daily management review board with the team. We go over things like quick visual management, our biggest challenge, trends that follow with the root cause, and countermeasures. The rest of the day follows all structured meetings and engagements basis on their priority. The customer is always first, followed by the company, and lastly is functionality. I always try to balance my time for short-term and long strategic goals."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Wow! It sounds like you follow an excellent morning routine that helps to set you up for both personal and professional success. Any interviewer would be impressed by this response!

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    "I check my diary before going to bed to see if I have any meetings first thing. I get up around the same time each morning, 7 am. Jump straight in the shower, can't start my day without a shower, wakes me up, and get me rejuvenated. I always like to listen to a podcast while I'm showering and getting ready. I have my breakfast and then start work. I always start by checking my emails and phone to see if there is anything urgent that needs action, check my diary again. Start planning my day, what calls I am going to be doing, anything else from the week that needs following up."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Nice. You come across as someone who enjoys a routine, and using the word 'rejuvenated' makes you seem enthusiastic and excited to start your day. Mentioning the podcast indicates that you like to learn and use your mind, which is great. You've also done a great job of showing that you are a good planner and organized. Excellent!

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    "Each morning I wake up 2.5 hours before my first meeting time, I exercise for an hour, drink a protein shake right after, shower, get dressed, review my schedule for the day, review my plan for my first meeting or appointment, and hit the road."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    Boom - just like that, you're dominating your day! Your response shows a lot of discipline and drive.

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I begin mapping out my day the night before, ensuring that I have my suit pressed and ready for the workday. I also like to make sure my house is clean before going to bed. This way, I feel fresh and never overwhelmed when I wake up. I love listening to podcasts on life, business, and finance, so I will listen to a podcast while I shower and get ready. During my commute, I take in a book on Audible or listen to music that will put me in a great mood for the day. Once I arrive at the office, I take about 30 minutes to plan my tasks and set a couple of intentions for my day. These intentions could be to do 50 cold calls that day, or completing a new module if I am training on a new skill, for instance. As you can see, I am a very structured individual, and I value having a plan for each day." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I like to get up at the same time every day, and it's always before the sun is up. I feel that if I rise after the sun, I am already behind the 8-ball. I will review what needs accomplishing for the day, have a quick workout, and then begin getting ready for work. I like to listen to energetic music or listen to a podcast or documentary while I get ready. I take transit to work, so I am sure to arrive early to avoid any hiccups when it comes to my arrival."

23. 23.

    When a leadership opportunity presents itself, are you excited to jump in, or do you feel nervous? Tell me about a time you acted as a leader without first being asked.

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    It takes courage to volunteer yourself into a leadership role. This statement is especially true if you are newer to your career or have not reached a formal leadership position. However, the fact is that most hiring authorities look for leadership competency in their hires, no matter the role. Take a moment to discuss a time when you took on a leadership role, and what you learned from the situation. You can also talk about ways that you develop your leadership skills such as through books, podcasts, and articles.
    
    

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    "I like to jump in! I have extensive knowledge about our CRM system known as Veeva/Salesforce. More than my colleagues and so I wanted to help with that. After all, this is the system that allows us to be successful in our call inputs. So I would always support my colleagues free willingly with how to input eg customers into the system which bettered their work and day. As a result of how well this worked, I opted to become the national CRM champion for the company. Based on my collaborations with my colleagues, the role was created for me and I was responsible for helping my colleagues on eg how to create virtual calls during covid."

    

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    Nice use of the STAR format. This is a complete and accessible answer. Nice work.

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    "Whenever I got an opportunity in leadership, I am always excited to take it up. Two of my own greatest strengths are significance and command. There are many situations in my career where I took on leadership. One of the latest situations was when Covid-19 impacted the supplies and backorder increased to $ 4.6M. I took charge of the situation and quickly implemented best practices of state guidelines to prevent any Covid impact on site. I was able to build clarity on material availability and match demand."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Great! So it sounds like you relish the chance to lead. Nice! Don't forget to indicate whether this type of opportunity leaves you feeling excited or nervous, however, since that's what the question specifically asks. The example you provide strengthens your answer.

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    "Sure, when a leadership opportunity presents itself, I see it as an opportunity for growth and development. I take on challenges with enthusiasm. I volunteered to train my colleagues. Because my VP was busy traveling so much, I offered product training material for my fellow CS and he took me up on the offer."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    It sounds like this was a meaningful leadership opportunity! I suggest adding a sentence or two highlighting the outcomes of this contribution. How did this impact your colleagues?

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    Anonymous Answer

    "Excited, every leadership opportunity is a chance to develop and create new skill sets professionally. My supervisor recently sent an email to the team with a list of who has completed the necessary number of projects this year to meet our year-end performance objectives. Teams are subdivided by region, and I noticed that one person on my team hadn't met her goal yet. I met with her and volunteered to help her work on her projects to reach her goals."

    

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    This example of jumping in as a leader and mentor are fantastic! Your answer has a lot of energy behind it, which is great.

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    "I love taking on a leadership role and its responsibilities. I feel I have a good strong skill set, and when I was in a regional meeting, I had noticed that we needed to target a few more of our key accounts and have accurate/specific account plans to get an advantage over the competitor. I took it on myself to designate 2 accounts to each team member, ask for an account plan by the end of the week, and email this to myself and the manager."

    

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    It seems that leadership comes naturally to you! This is a fantastic example of taking control of the workplace. Be sure to also include the result in your answers :)

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I enjoy acting as a leader, whether it be formally or unexpectedly. I am an outgoing and confident person, and leadership comes naturally to me. I listen to the podcasts of great business leaders such as Ed Mylett and Gary Vee, where I learn a great deal about active leadership and integrity. When I worked for Company ABC, my manager would travel a lot as she was responsible for the operations of three business units across North America. I became the unofficial manager when she was away. Team members would come to me when a customer issue needed resolving when a sale needed closing, and even when a piece of tech needed troubleshooting. I enjoyed taking on the responsibility as it taught me more about teamwork, communication, and prioritization." Rachelle Enns wrote: "While attending university, I had many group projects. I found that more than half the time I would naturally fall into a leadership role within the group. I believe this is because I am an active listener, I am highly organized and easy to approach. I enjoyed being viewed as a leader and look forward to more opportunities for leadership in the future. To prepare, I have been reading leadership books such as 'Good to Great' by Jim Collins."

24. 24.

    How do you react when you do not have the materials or equipment needed to perform your work?

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    In your career, you may face the challenge of completing a task or project when you are short on resources. The interviewer wants to know how you go about meeting expectations, regardless of your resources falling short. Do you panic and blame the company for your frustrations? Or, do you become creative and resourceful, chasing down answers and using the tools available to you? Show the interviewer that you are capable of figuring things out independently and with a positive mindset.
    
    

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    "I think it is important to understand, when materials aren't available from a company perspective, that there is a valid reason for this and to make sure I am seen as supporting that reason to our customers as opposed to pointing fingers. When materials aren't available I always make sure first of all that I can reassure them that there is a solution in the interim of the current delay. I have offered historically for eg, electronic copies of product literature that they can use. When for example a customer has wanted samples and they haven't been available, I have apologized for and sent them some of my own samples, as I always kept stock in my garage in case there ever was a need."

    

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    Ok, good. I might organize this information so that it's as clear as possible to the interviewer. I've given an example below to give you a start.

    "It's not unusual for materials or equipment to be in use or unavailable. I understand why not everything is always immediately available and try not to point the finger of blame. Instead, I try to plan ahead and ensure that I have everything I need for a presentation or a meeting in advance so that I don't give the impression that I am unprepared or unprofessional. On the rare occasion when I haven't been prepared with samples, for example, I apologize and ensure that the customer receives them as soon as possible after our meeting."

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    "Materials or equipment are very important for the completion of work most of the time. this is like a half glass full or half glass empty. I always find alternative or creative solutions by exploring with a most experienced team, many a time we find a solution once we finalize a problem statement itself."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    So you react by looking for alternatives or creative solutions? Good! Is there an example of a time when this happened to you that you could mention here?

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    Anonymous Answer

    "I have been in this situation a few times, I have learned to work with what I have. Sometimes budgetary constraints will mean I do not have the workforce or the ability to bring in training materials. I have run a fully functional HR department on my own for up to 6 to 12 weeks."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    You sound very resourceful. This answer showcases your ability to do your best no matter what is, or is not, provided to you.

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    Anonymous Answer

    "I try not to panic and work with what I have available."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    Using the resources available to you is a significant first step. Can you include an example of a time when you needed to do this?

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    "Well, I first assess the situation to clarify the materials that I do have. If there is anything that I feel I may be missing, I find ways to make it happen. It's so easy to search online for any necessary resources. I communicate with others to get their take on things. I do my best with what I have."

    

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    It sounds like you've consistently exhibited resourcefulness, which is such an important quality to have!

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "When I am tasked with something new and do not have the resources I need, I will become creative, and work through the issue from the bottom up. I am sure to keep my outlook positive and begin with what I do have versus what I do not have. I begin with completing the parts that I can, breaking down the task bit by bit. I have leaned on more seasoned coworkers in the past, asking for suggestions or assistance when appropriate. Overall, I am a resourceful person and can work independently to figure out a situation even when I may not have a full range of tools or resources." Rachelle Enns wrote: "When I feel short on resources, I begin by gathering what I have. I dig in, discover where the holes are in my project, and then work to track down what I need to make it happen. I look to resources online, internal company processes, or more experienced coworkers to help when needed. I am sure to exude confidence in myself and also rely on my knowledge. It's important to me that, even though I may face a small failure, I go for it and do the best that I can with what I have."

25. 25.

    How do you know if you're doing a good job?

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    There are many ways to measure how you are performing at work, outside of direct feedback from your boss. The interviewer would like to know how active you are when it comes to monitoring your work performance. Common indicators of a job well done include being given promotions or more responsibility at work. Maybe you are offered more room to move and more autonomy than you were when you first started your job. Perhaps you are offered more visibility in your role, and your company is giving you opportunities to meet with clients or attend relevant industry events.
    
    

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    "This is very important for me to measure my own performing in the job. As a leader, I used a Hoshin Plan to drive breakthrough objectives and KPIs, and the same is fully aligned with my all stakeholders. The performing treads, action plan gives a very visual picture of my performance. I always seek frequent feedback from my team and stakeholders to stay on the same page. My boss always keeps giving me more challenges, involving me in critical or more impactful projects that give me a sense that I am doing my job well."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    This is a strong response. Great job! It sounds like you recognize the importance of measuring your own work performance, which is great. How did you learn about the Hoshin Plan? Maybe you can talk a bit more about how you discovered that and why you choose to use that method? Otherwise, you've done an excellent job of showing all the ways you monitor yourself to ensure you're doing a good job.

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    "From the customer's perspective, they are satisfied and I am attending to their needs. Also from a company perspective, the sales data that I would obtain is showing growth in the areas that I have worked indicating the customer is actioning what was discussed in our face-to-face meeting. On top of all that I am happy."

    

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    Good! Referencing the customer in this answer shows you've got the right perspective.

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    "Feedback from my clients and my sales results."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    Can you add in a specific example of positive feedback that you have received from a client lately? If you have stellar sales results, then it will be important to share some of these achievements.

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    Anonymous Answer

    "I am an instructional assistant and I hold office hours. I can tell I am doing a good job because my numbers in my office hours are going up every week. I have also gotten feedback from students that they make it a point to attend my office hours, even when their schedule is busy."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    Your response clearly shows a specific way that you're evaluating your performance (by students attending your office hours.) I would encourage you to provide a few more details to further clarify why an increase in attendance at office hours is an indicator of a job well done. Do students feel connected to you or find you to be trustworthy? Have any students given you specific feedback about office hours being helpful? Sharing this type of information would add additional context to the point you're trying to make.

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    Anonymous Answer

    "I am given more responsibility in the role. Bigger projects, and tasks, with less input from my manager on dealing with them. I know the support would be there if I needed it but this shows that they are confident and trust me to do the work given independently. Also being put forward for promotion. I was put forward for the territory manager role by my manager having only been in the business for a few months demonstrating to me that I had been performing well enough for them to see the potential in me for this job as opposed to hiring a more experienced applicant."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Nice! Being given more responsibility, needing less oversight, and being promoted are all definitely ways to know that you are succeeding within your position. Including the example of your promotion further strengthens your answer. Excellent!

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "My current boss is great at giving me praise and feedback regularly. The other indicators that I look for are when my company offers me more exposure to our high-profile clients. Only those who put their best foot forward get opportunities to represent the company. When offered a chance to present to a large client, I appreciated the trust my boss extended to me. It made me want to shine, and do my very best work." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I know that I am doing my best work when I am offered more autonomy, and when my boss offers me more significant projects. If I were drowning in my responsibilities, my manager would not give me more tasks. By expanding my responsibilities and giving me more room to work, they are showing me that they trust my work ethic and the quality of what I deliver."

26. 26.

    What steps have you taken this year to encourage your professional development?

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    The interviewer would like to see that you have taken your career path into your own hands, becoming responsible for your personal and professional development. There are many ways to take professional development steps.
    
    These steps include:
    
    -Reading books and articles from influencers in your industry
    -Taking coursework to gain new skills
    -Attending industry conferences to network and learn
    -Listening to podcasts, and more
    
    Show the interviewer that you are active in your professional growth by walking them through the steps you have actively taken this year.
    
    

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    "I enrolled in a Career Pathways program."

    

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    Very good! Try discussing why you enrolled, and what you plan to gain from this experience. If you have already started the program, then you can discuss a takeaway that you have already gained.

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    "I am continuously looking for ways to improve and to stand out. I have a natural passion for the healthcare industry and I am fascinated by medical technology, and so I enjoy listening to medical podcasts, TED talks and I have enrolled in Linked In training courses to further improve my skills. Such as leadership and CRM courses. I also make it a point to volunteer to assist in a variety of projects that give me the opportunity to learn something new."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    This is a very well-rounded response--good for you for continuing to develop yourself! If you have taken any specific LinkedIn certification courses, you may wish to state those more explicitly.

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    "When I decided to transition my career into medicine I knew that I would have to start with a much more junior role than I was used to due to my lack of experience. I went back to school, started with a job as a trauma surgeon making less money, kept my eyes open for better opportunities with more room to grow, and have diligently been reviewing job boards for positions that can utilize my current skill set and help me grow my career in medicine."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    Awesome! It sounds like you have taken many different steps recently to grow professionally. The interviewer will undoubtedly be impressed by this. Great job!

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    "I listen to speakers and podcasts. I read books to grow and learn."

    

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    This is a great start. Try offering up details on the speakers and podcasts you listen to the most. When it comes to books, which are your favorite?

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    Anonymous Answer

    "To take on more responsibility and leadership duties. This will allow me to look at situations from a management mindset and help me in my PDP."

    

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    These are great goals to have and very achievable. Are there any specific duties within leadership that you would like to take on in your next role?

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "At the beginning of each year I make a plan for what I would like to accomplish in my personal and professional life. This year, my plan included attending two industry conferences. I also decided to expand my network locally by attending more business commerce meetings, and through the use of my LinkedIn profile. I also enrolled in a course on leadership in the hopes of learning new ways of leading and boosting productivity." Rachelle Enns wrote: "This year, I have been asking for more responsibilities at work while also taking on more tasks without being asked. I committed to attempt perfect attendance at work this year, and have been reading more in my personal time. I have a list of the top 25 leadership books and plan to get through it before the end of the year. So far, I have completed the first eight books and have noticed a boost in my professional performance, already!"

27. 27.

    How do you gain buy-in from your coworkers when it comes to delivering quality work?

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    It's often said that we are only as strong as the weakest members of our team. Do you agree? With this question, the interviewer would like to know what action you would take if one of your coworkers were failing to carry their weight on a project. Talk about the importance of getting the job done right, setting a good example, and encouraging your teammates along the way. Your answer should showcase your work ethic as well as your leadership skills.
    
    

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    "I gain buy-in from my coworkers by having face-to-face meetings with them and showing them the bigger picture of what impact the work they aren't doing will have on the business and their career. I had it where a colleague kept canceling the training they had booked with customers in the community. A couple of them complained to our customer service team. I was the one who would hear about it and so I wanted to eradicate this from happening again. I sat down with my colleague whose role was to train and assist me in my tasks and said that they can not cancel meetings that they booked, it's bad for business and the customer would very easily go with a competitor. If this continues then your role will become in jeopardy. Not as a threat but I made them realize that they were on a contract and their role was a new one the company were seeing if it was of value to the business. So if they kept canceling meetings, then your role and your 5 other colleagues may not have a job in 6 months time. so for me its putting it into perspective the knock on effect of their actions."

    

    Cindy's Answer

    Good use of example, here! How did your discussions change behaviors on the team?

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    "My approach to gain buy-in from coworkers is based on the simple principle of “PRIDE” Purposeful vision Role model Inspire Develop Empower I always ask for feedback from my coworkers which creates a bond, trust, and a solid relationship that inspire my coworkers to do their best and deliver quality work."

    

    Marcie's Answer

    PRIDE seems like a great concept that would help you to gain buy-in from your coworkers when you need quality work from them. Can you give an example of a time when you used this concept to successfully obtain buy-ins? This will make your answer more meaningful to the interviewer.

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    "On occasion, I notice that there might be an error in a document we are sending out. I will take the time to review it with the entire team, not to point out the specific person, but to highlight the importance of catching the details, reiterate the expectations of what we are doing, and why. I then speak one-on-one with my team members to catch up with what is going on with them, what they need from me to succeed."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    This is a nice approach - asking them what they need from you to succeed. Your method sounds very team focused.

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    "I allow my coworkers to be involved in the process. That way, everyone will feel included and produce quality work."

    

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    Can you give an example of a time when you did this? Remember, Gallup interviews are meant to look for personality and skill, so the more examples you can offer, the better your answers will be received.

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    "It is important to me to get the job done and get it done right. In order to do so, you have to communicate with teammates regularly Requesting feedback which in turn allows you to also give feedback. Offering help or resources your co-workers may need"

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    I suggest shifting the wording of this response to "I" statements (example: "In order to do so, I have to communicate with team mates, etc")

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "If I have a coworker who is not performing to a high standard, I will approach them on the subject; however, gently and with respect and empathy. Everyone has their reason for having an 'off' day, and I do not need to cross over any personal lines. I do have expectations for the people that I work with to put in their best, as I do the same. Sometimes, when a person feels unmotivated to deliver quality work, it's because they have not been tasked with items that play to their strengths. If this is the case, I will work to ensure that the coworker is set up for success and motivated to achieve by doing what they are best at." Rachelle Enns wrote: "I will always ask for feedback on my own performance before judging the performance of my coworker. This step is because there may need to be corrections on my end for my coworker to deliver their best work, in return. I will ask if there is any need to clarify expectations or what the mission is, for the project. I find that, by looking internally first, this shows a willingness to lead by example before I judge the work of someone else."

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    Do you have a best friend at work? Is it important for you to have close friendships within the workplace?

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    Studies show that having friends at work is critical to the overall success of you as an employee and the company as a whole. Having a friend at work can significantly reduce stress and increase feelings of happiness, which, in turn, boosts employee tenure. Reportedly, more than half of all men and women have workplace friendships. If you do not see the need for this type of close connection at work, be sure to have a compelling reason why you feel this way. Still, be sure to express your ability to be friendly with your coworkers.
    
    

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    "Yes, it is very important for me to connect with people. I believe that you can win people by winning their feelings. As a leader, I always try to make a strong bond with people and have a transparent, genuine relationship. Always align and motivate people for a purposeful common vision"

    

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    Nice! It's great that you enjoy connecting with others. Don't forget to clearly and directly answer the question, however. In other words, do you have a best friend at work? If so, talk a bit about this person and how their friendship motivates you to be a better employee.

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    "In the role of HR - it is not easy to have a best friend, as you need to appear neutral. That said, I do form close relationships with my peers, my supervisor, and my leaders. I also form connections with as many associates as possible, so when I see them, I call them by name, I can ask them about their family, their vacation and their hobbies. I like to establish camaraderie with an assortment of associates."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    You show a good professional balance in your answer. Very wise to remain neutral in an HR role :)

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    "I have many friends at work. It is very important for me to form a connection and have close friendships at work. I get a lot of satisfaction from working with my teammates because we have a shared goal of making the team a success. Sharing ideas, success, and failures. The ultimate goal is the improve patient outcomes."

    

    Stephanie's Answer

    It sounds like you get along well with others, which is wonderful. However, I suggest adding a sentence or two about your ability to collaborate successfully at work with teammates who don't become close friends. How are you able to successfully navigate working with all different types of personality types? After all, work friendships are great, but these may not happen naturally in every workplace setting.

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    "I do feel workplace friendships are important. You are spending 8+hrs a day with the same people and have shared goals for the company. A strong team only works when everyone works together well for a shared goal."

    

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    Nice! It's great that you value workplace friendships. Can you talk about a close friendship that you currently have at work and how it benefits you and the company? Does this friendship keep your morale up at work, which helps to keep you motivated and productive? Is there a healthy competition there that encourages you to be more efficient and faster? You might also mention that while you value friendships at work, you're also adaptable and don't need deep friendships to get your work done.

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    "I think friendship at work is important. We need people we can support and reason things out with. It is important to sound out plans, ideas, and solutions with someone. Thinking out loud presents information differently. Also, a partner that can do an open house for you. Or show a property for you is important. Sometimes we cannot be in two places at one time."

    

    Rachelle's Answer

    You bring up many good reasons to have some strong connections in the workplace. Well said!

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Rachelle Enns wrote: "I do have a handful of wonderful friendships at work. I believe in the importance of making meaningful connections in the workplace because this can boost morale and reduce stress. When I experience an event in the workplace; be it a challenge, a promotion, or a notable win, I love the fact that I can share the news with someone else who understands what I am going through. There is something different about this type of connection versus going home to family or my spouse and trying to explain the ins and outs of the situation." Rachelle Enns wrote: "Although I have not made a best-friend connection at work, I am very open to the idea. I can see how it would be a significant benefit to an employee and the company alike. I am always very friendly with my coworkers and open to sharing ideas, wins, and even attending activities such as after-work drinks. It is important to make connections to boost mood and morale."

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    When you think about joining a new company, are you nervous about meeting new people or is this an exciting thought for you?

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    This question is an opportunity to reflect on your personality. How willing are you to approach change in your career? Your answer will also let the interviewer know how they may best approach your onboarding, should you be the successful candidate. Joining a new company can be scary. Some of the biggest hesitations surround giving notice to your current employer, failing at your new job, or feeling alone and uncomfortable at first. If you are a highly outgoing person, you may not feel these hesitations as strongly as someone shy or more introverted. Be honest and give a response that is true to you.
    
    

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    "I am outgoing, a natural leader, and is willing to embrace change. For this reason, I am not nervous about joining a new company; rather I am excited to meet new people, learn new things, and embrace how we can begin to perform and collaborate together."