How often do you take work home with you?
"I make sure to utilize my work hours very efficiently, so the only time I take my work home is when there is an extremely stringent deadline. I would say that, overall, I take my work home maybe twice per month. It's all about being diligent with my time in the office!"
"I try not to take my work home with me, as everyone needs downtime. However, if something needs to get done, I will not hesitate to take work home to meet a deadline."
"I take my work home with me whenever it is necessary. In some positions I have held, I worked from home nearly every day. In other roles, such as my current position, I work from home just a few times per month."
The interviewer wants to gauge your work-life balance and ability to manage your workload effectively. As an admissions counselor, you need to be able to prioritize your tasks and meet deadlines without sacrificing personal time or burning out. Additionally, taking work home may be necessary at times, but the interviewer wants to ensure that you are not consistently overworking yourself or taking on too much. Overall, the question aims to assess your time management skills and work ethic in the context of the job responsibilities.
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Anonymous Answer
I try not to take work home with me so I can spend time with my friends and family. However, if something does need to be completed, I will work on it at home.
Alexandra's Feedback
Good answer! This shows your desire for work/life balance, but also a commitment to the job.
