What kind of leadership experience do you have?

Avoid exposing your relative lack of experience if you were not given formal leadership opportunities in previous roles. Interviewers understand that not all leadership experience is explicit.

"I mentored and led numerous business analysts throughout my career. I was responsible for setting the direction of their work, ensuring quality standards were met, and helping them grow professionally. Additionally, I led custom development and vendor implementation project teams while working as a project manager.

As an IT business consultant, I mostly lead through influence and serve as a facilitator. I bridge groups with competing needs together and help them to define a common set of goals that collectively contributes to the value stream of their business."

Mention any significant leadership experience you have from your personal life such as coaching, committee leadership, or mentoring. Also include examples of awards or accolades you received for outstanding leadership in your answer.