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Question 38 of 40 for our Assistant Principal Mock Interview

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Question 38 of 40

Tell me about your ability to handle stress and work under pressure.

Employers are looking for individuals who can perform under stress. Tell the interviewer you remain calm, professional, and productive under pressure and when faced with numerous deadlines. How do you manage stressful times? Talk to the interviewer about your ability to control pressure in the workplace.

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  • 38. Tell me about your ability to handle stress and work under pressure.

      What You Need to Know

      Employers are looking for individuals who can perform under stress. Tell the interviewer you remain calm, professional, and productive under pressure and when faced with numerous deadlines. How do you manage stressful times? Talk to the interviewer about your ability to control pressure in the workplace.

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Entry Level Example

      "I thrive under pressure; stress motivates me to perform to the best of my abilities."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Answer Example

      "I handle stress very well, and when you call my references, they will attest to this fact. When I am under pressure on the job, I focus on the task at hand and make sure not to get distracted. Staying on deadline is very helpful, and I will delegate when necessary to alleviate some stress."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Experienced Example

      "Stress is part of any demanding job, and I embrace it to the fullest. I take good care of myself and prioritize my workload to maintain a healthy balance in my stress levels."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Personally, I believe I handle stress very well and I think it can bring out the best in me. Being prepared and organized has helped me minimize the amount of stress I can be under, but remaining focused in times of high stress has allowed me to overcome and achieve. Prioritizing my agenda has helped tremendously."

      Cindy's Feedback

      Great. Is there an example you can share that illustrates your process of dealing with pressure?
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