QUESTION 36 OF 36

Do you ever use your sense of humor to diffuse a situation at work?

The interviewer wants to know that you can diffuse a tense situation if needed. They also want to see a bit more of your personality! Stress and fast-paced work environments can cause people to feel overwhelmed and sometimes even angry or upset. Think of a time when you took a much more lighthearted approach to diffuse a tense situation.

"I recall a day last month when our team was focused on solving a serious technical error with our system. It got to the point where a few members of the team were so frustrated they were getting angry with each other. I stepped out to grab some coffees from the shop next door. When I returned I said 'Hot coffee to make us all feel warm and fuzzy again!' Everyone laughed and took a break from what they were doing. It helped the team relax after so much tension."

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