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Question 15 of 20
Being at the front desk, how do you minimize distractions?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"As a recent University graduate, I know all about distractions! There will be a major paper due and a great sorority event on the same night. I have learned how to say no, keeping my end goal in sight at all times. I will apply this same level of discipline when it comes to distractions, being at the front desk, or working around a lot of different people in a day."
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I minimize distractions by setting timed goals for myself. If I have a report due, I will tell myself that it has to be done by 10 AM for example. When I set solid time-bound goals for myself, I can remain on task."
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
If this administrator role places you at the front desk, in the middle of all the action, then the interviewer needs to be assured that you are not going to fall victim to distractions left, and right! Talk about how you would ensure that you remained on task. If you are currently in an environment with high-traffic, refer to that experience and what you do to minimize distractions.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I like to time block and avoid working in a reactive state, where I switch back to my email every time it dings, for instance. I will also let my colleagues know when I have a deadline approaching, and they are then more respectful of my time, keeping the chit-chat to lunch breaks or for after-work hours."
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