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Question 12 of 33 for our High School Teacher Mock Interview

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Question 12 of 33

How do you deal with distracting coworkers who stand in the way of your productivity?

"I typically just set a kind, but clear, boundary and tell my coworker that I really need to focus. I will offer an alternate time for a catch up, over lunch for example. It is important for the sake of workplace culture to set aside time to be social with coworkers, so I usually just let them know when I'll be available for a quick break in the day."

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How to Answer: How do you deal with distracting coworkers who stand in the way of your productivity?

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  • 12. How do you deal with distracting coworkers who stand in the way of your productivity?

      How to Answer

      Even the most well-meaning coworkers can distract you from getting things done at work from time to time. Let's be honest, the funny and entertaining coworkers who like to chat online and send YouTube videos are often the ones who can get in the way of your productivity if you let them. How do you respond? Show off your ability to set professional boundaries, when needed.



      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 30th, 2021

      Answer Example

      "I typically just set a kind, but clear, boundary and tell my coworker that I really need to focus. I will offer an alternate time for a catch up, over lunch for example. It is important for the sake of workplace culture to set aside time to be social with coworkers, so I usually just let them know when I'll be available for a quick break in the day."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on March 30th, 2021

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Teaching is a very serious profession because we are given the authority to take control, educate and produce good citizens for this society. Moreover, the OCT outlined ethical principles such as respect, integrity, trust, and care. So, distracting co-workers is not acceptable and I would openly communicate to them that it is affecting my productivity, so it needs to stop."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      It sounds like you take your job very seriously! Depending on the personality of the interviewer you may want to lighten it up a bit and portray a friendlier air of communication.

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