How to Answer: How would you handle working forsomeone who was a poor communicator?
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18. How would you handle working forsomeone who was a poor communicator?
How to Answer
Admin Assistants should be excellent communicators, and often need to 'read between the lines' when it comes to the needs and expectations of others. Of course, nobody wants to work for a leader that is a bad communicator, but sometimes these situations happen. You may work for someone who is a great communicator most of the time, and then has a blip in communication now and then. Assure the interviewer that you are capable of working around all types of communicators. Show that you remain flexible and professional, despite someone else's communication style.
Written by Rachelle Enns on August 22nd, 2020
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"In high school and while attending post-secondary studies, I had teachers and coaches with room for improvement in their communication. In these instances, I continued working as I would have, regardless of their involvement. If I had a leader or co-worker who was not the most excellent communicator, I would ask for clarification when possible; however, I would not let their communication roadblocks impact my quality of work."
Written by Rachelle Enns
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"I have worked for people in the past who were very brief in their communication and not able to provide me with full instruction. In those instances, I can be very independent and take tasks into my own hands with minimal direction. In my current position, my supervisor is rarely available. When he is, it's often quick text messages with errors. These messages are very challenging to decipher. I have learned to read his language, as well as read between the lines."
Written by Rachelle Enns on August 22nd, 2020
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