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Question 13 of 35
When have you had to think outside of the box to solve a problem?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
Your interviewer is looking to hire an MSL that will come to their team with the ability to foster innovation and bring new and creative ideas to their department. This requires the willingness to think outside of the box at times and this question allows your interviewer some insight into your willingness and ability to be unique and creative in your thought process on the job.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"Last year, I worked with my IT department on utilizing an up-to-date group messaging system for my KOLs to reach me at any time. With some new studies being put out to them, I wanted to be able to answer questions as quickly as possible when on the road, on the weekend, or at home in the evening and with a messaging system. They had this new system set up within a week on my phone, with a great reference guide for all of my KOLs to get set up. I'm still using this today and several of my colleagues have adopted the system as well."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Talk to the interviewer about a time you had to solve a problem creatively. Your answer doesn't have to be an invention or a tremendous breakthrough you made in your previous role. Any unexpected decision you made will most likely count as a creative solution. Pick a scenario where you were pleased with the outcome.
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