Tell me about a time you made a mistake in the workplace and what steps you took to correct your error.

Begin by explaining your mistake. Instead of attempting to pass the blame, take accountability for your actions. Choose a situation that you were able to fix or learned something from the mistake. Explain what you did to resolve your errors. Make it clear that you were actionable in this situation. The purpose of this interview question is to see how you handle mistakes, so emphasize that you are a problem solver.

"When I started in my last role, I was eager to make a good impression, and I ended up taking on more work than I could manage. I was constantly overwhelmed and stressed. My mentor made me realize that I needed to speak up and find team members to help out. I followed her advice and started communicating regularly with my supervisor, and she was able to reassign tasks and help me balance the workload."