"Large projects have many different moving parts, and this can naturally lead to my feeling overwhelmed at times. I hold myself to a very high standard and sometimes it's challenging to meet this personal standard when I can't necessarily control everything. So I focus on what I CAN control.

Using project management software is incredibly helpful as it allows me to see if someone hasn't done what they need to do so I can quickly fix the issue before it becomes a larger problem. Knowing that I'll quickly become aware of any hiccups because of the software helps take the pressure off a bit.

I also work hard to maintain good working relationships with the people around me because I feel less stressed when I know I have a great team working with me to achieve success. I encourage my team to take breaks together, share meals, and take a moment to breathe when stress levels are high. These short periods of downtime help to keep everyone refreshed and refocused on the task at hand."

Discuss how you proactively manage stress, anxiety, and distractions to ensure they don't negatively impact projects. Show that you can deal with these kinds of feelings while also keeping yourself motivated.

Keep in mind that your ability to cope well under difficult circumstances speaks to your ability to lead by example. Be sure to include at least one behavior example that you could use alongside your teammates during stressful periods.