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Question 16 of 28 for our Account Representative Mock Interview

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Question 16 of 28

How would you approach your supervisor if you are in need of sick/leave time?

Everyone needs leave time occasionally. The interviewer wants to know that you would handle it professionally and not leave them hanging with no support suddenly.

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How to Answer: How would you approach your supervisor if you are in need of sick/leave time?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Account Representative job interview.

  • 16. How would you approach your supervisor if you are in need of sick/leave time?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Everyone needs leave time occasionally. The interviewer wants to know that you would handle it professionally and not leave them hanging with no support suddenly.

      Written by Emily McMannes on March 17th, 2022

      Focus Your Answer On

      Remaining positive and letting the interviewer know that you would try your best to give advance notice. That is not always possible, but you want to convey that you would let them know as soon as you do if you need sick or leave time.

      Written by Emily McMannes on March 17th, 2022

      Stay Away From

      Seeming indifferent to others' time. If you will need to be out of the office, someone else would need to cover your duties, so you want to be sure you are clear you understand that.

      Written by Emily McMannes on March 17th, 2022

      Taking sick time Example

      "If I am sick, I would try my best to give as much advance notice as I could. If appropriate, I would call or text you the night before my shift to let you know. There are obviously occasions where one wakes up ill. If that were the case, I would let you know immediately. I understand that emergencies happen, and I am more than willing to cover for a sick co-worker if they had an emergency."

      Written by Emily McMannes on March 17th, 2022

      Taking Vacation/Leave time Example

      "Before I plan a vacation/leave time, I would speak with you to determine the most appropriate time to do so and ensure someone would be available to cover my shift."

      Written by Emily McMannes on March 17th, 2022

      If you already have a vacation planned Example

      "I did want to talk with you about that. I have a pre-planned/paid for vacation from X date to X date two months from now. Would that be a problem?" In most situations, it will not be, and the interviewer would prefer to know ahead of time before you are hired.

      Written by Emily McMannes on March 17th, 2022