QUESTION 23 OF 30

Tell me about a time when you created a unique idea or solution, and it was rejected by your colleagues. How were you able to bounce back?

Putting yourself out there with new ideas can be intimidating because we all want to be accepted. Talk to the interviewer about how you would handle the feelings that come with having your idea rejected. Rejection is inevitable at all stages of your career as an engineer, so it's best to embrace it. Being rejected can only happen if you were willing to put yourself out there with an idea that you felt strongly about.

"A couple of years ago I made a recommendation for scheduling that would have included some split shifts. The result was less overtime and reduced expenses for the company. My colleagues were unhappy with the idea of split shifts. I was able to see their perspective which made it much easier to bounce back from the rejection. My overall attitude is, you win some - you lose some!"

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