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Question 2 of 25 for our Environmental Scientist Mock Interview

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What is the most challenging part of supervising environmental technicians and junior scientists?

"The most challenging thing about supervising technicians and other junior scientists is figuring out what style of communication works for each person. Also, finding out everyone's motivators can be a challenge at first."

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  • 2. What is the most challenging part of supervising environmental technicians and junior scientists?

      How to Answer

      As an environmental scientist in a leadership position, you may find that you have difficulties with your employees. A few challenges you may face are balancing being the boss and being a friend, interpersonal conflict on a team or having employees with bad attitudes. Show the interviewer that you are capable of handling challenging leadership situations. If you have not been in a leadership role, talk about an example you have had in the past from a great supervisor. State that you would like to emulate that person's leadership style.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on April 1st, 2021

      Entry Level

      "I have not been in a leadership position as of yet; however, I have had some great leaders as examples in my past. My most recent supervisor was excellent at keeping the peace in a high-stakes environment. He knew everyone's motivators and worked with those when he wanted better performance."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on April 1st, 2021

      Answer Example

      "The most challenging thing about supervising technicians and other junior scientists is figuring out what style of communication works for each person. Also, finding out everyone's motivators can be a challenge at first."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on April 1st, 2021

      Experienced

      "I love being a leader and the challenges that come with it. I would say that the most challenging aspect of leading other scientists is to get past everyone's ego. I am not negatively mentioning this - it's just a simple fact the when you have a room full of highly educated people, and Ph.D.'s, ego's can get in the way. I overcome this by showing up with a humble attitude and being a practical example to my team."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on April 1st, 2021

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      Anonymous Answer

      "--- I would say some of the more challenging things would be keeping everyone motivated and keeping communication clear. Those two factors can differ between people so it's best to understand them so everyone and everything stays on track."

      Amanda's Feedback

      Leading others always has its challenges. It can be difficult to maintain strong workplace relationships or resolve team conflict. This question is an opportunity to show the interviewer that you are capable of handling challenging leadership situations. If you haven't been in a leadership role yet, you can talk about a great leadership example set for you by a past great supervisor. Then you can share that you would like to emulate that style of leadership.

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