Gallup Mock Interview

Master 30 Gallup interview questions covering strengths-based assessments and behavioral scenarios.

Question 13 of 30

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

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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

Integrity means 'being honest and having strong moral principles.' The interviewer wants to see how you exercise integrity in your work and personal life. The goal of your response is to give a brief example of a time you exercised integrity.

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

"I aim to show integrity in all that I do, whether or not anyone sees me make the right decision. (Situation) For instance, at Company XYZ, I had a client who incurred charges for their order for six months. Nobody else on the team seemed to have noticed the error. (Task) I could have let it go and kept collecting a commission on the double charges; however, that is not an act of integrity. (Action) Instead, I brought the matter to our accounting department. (Result) Accounting credited my client's account with the overage. Shortly after, the client sent me an email thanking me for my honesty and diligence. It felt wonderful to do the right thing."

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

"To have integrity is to do the right thing, even when nobody is watching. (Situation) When I was in university, I received a higher grade on my transcript than I earned. (Task) I value integrity, so I immediately knew I needed to be honest about the error. I was determined to start my career off right - through complete honesty. (Action) I brought the typo to the attention of my administrator, who then had the grade reversed. (Result) I could have taken credit, but I didn't earn that grade. My school was very thankful for my honesty, and I even received a note of thanks from the Dean."

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

Avoid making over-inflated statements such as, 'I do the right thing 100% of the time.' Everyone has flaws, and the interviewer isn't looking for moral perfection. They are, however, looking for a story-based example of your integrity in action.

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

The interviewer is asking you to be a storyteller. You can 'give an example of a time when...' by forming a brief story using the STAR method. STAR is an acronym for Situation, Task, Action, Result. This framework will ensure that you provide the interviewer with the best information and detail to form a memorable answer. Be sure to include details, such as why you chose to do the right thing and how it made you feel to display the quality of integrity.

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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.

Rachelle's Feedback

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!

Anonymous Answer

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.

Stephanie's Feedback

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)

Anonymous Answer

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.

Cindy's Feedback

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

Anonymous Answer

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.

Marcie's Feedback

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!

Anonymous Answer

I aim to have integrity in all that I do, whether anyone sees me make the right decision or not. For instance, I recently had a patient with an in-network insurance benefit for hearing aids. As an out-of-network provider, I knew he could get them for a better price elsewhere. He was so appreciative of my honesty and information that he ended up buying the hearing aids from our practice anyway. My integrity is important to me, especially as I expect those around me to be honest and trustworthy.

Chad's Feedback

Excellent answer! You have provided a strong example of how you have exercised integrity in your career. However, be sure to answer the full question by also providing an example of a time you showed integrity in your personal life. This will reassure the interviewer that you are honest and have strong moral principles.

Anonymous Answer

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.

Marcie's Feedback

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!

Anonymous Answer

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Just on Sunday, my child had something in their hand after we paid for several items. I asked if we already paid for that and she couldn't answer so I went back and paid for it to make sure. Also, in my divorce, my ex-wife did not know much about the business and I paid her fairly versus playing some games some businessmen do.

Stephanie's Feedback

The example of going back and paying for an item your child took is an excellent example of integrity! Many parents might feel tired and overwhelmed at the moment and might not opt to pay, but it's clear that you're prioritizing honesty and integrity over your own convenience. My only suggestion for improvement is to remove the reference to your divorce and your ex-wife. Although it's obviously great that you treated her fairly, I suggest leaving personal life details (example: divorce) out of the interview process, as it can cause unintentional bias for an interviewer.

Anonymous Answer

Integrity is of the utmost importance to me. At a previous company was in a situation where we had a tight timeline from corporate to deliver a new product to market. I was leading a team to develop the product which includes testing and documentation to show the product meets specific standards. There were delays in the development and the product testing had not been completed. I was encouraged to sign off on the testing to meet the department goals even though testing had not been completed. I communicated that I was not comfortable moving forward with sign-off and that our target date would not be met, but made a proposal to expedite the completion and testing to deliver the product as soon as possible.

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29.On a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the happiest, how happy are you as a person?

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Gallup Mock Interview

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

30Gallup Interview Questions & Answers

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

2.What does being competitive mean to you, and how competitive are you?

3.Tell me about a time you felt successful.

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

5.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?

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

7.Do you consider yourself to be direct and forthright with others?

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

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

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

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

12.What does integrity mean to you?

13.Give an example of a time you showed integrity on the job or in your personal life.

14.Walk me through your morning routine.

15.When a leadership opportunity presents itself, are you excited to jump in, or do you feel nervous?

16.What motivates you the most in your current role?

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

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

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

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

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

22.How can we encourage your professional development?

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

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

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

26.How do you gain buy-in from your co-workers when it comes to delivering quality work?

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

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

29.On a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the happiest, how happy are you as a person?

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