How to Answer: How do you handle stressful situations?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Radiographer job interview.
25. How do you handle stressful situations?
How to Answer
Stress is inevitable and the interviewer knows that. He does not expect you to say that you are never stressed, but rather wants to see how you respond to stressful situations. If there is an experience you can refer to when describing your approach to stress resolution, share it.
Written by Darby Faubion on November 17th, 2018
Entry Level
"When I am under pressure on the job, I focus on the task at hand and do my best not to get distracted. I also like to make lists and cross off tasks as they are completed. That keeps me focused and aware of what I need to do next so that I don't become stressed."
Written by Darby Faubion
Answer Example
"We all can probably think of a time that we experienced a stressful situation. I like to prepare myself in advance, as much as possible, for situations that may arise. For example, if I have several duties scheduled for a particular day, I make a list and prioritize the order that the duties need to be accomplished so that I can be goal focused. This has really helped me to not become overwhelmed and stressed."
Written by Darby Faubion on November 17th, 2018
Experienced
"I think we all experience stress on different levels and from various triggers. For me, being self-aware has played a big role in my personal stress management. If I have things that I know need to be done on a specific day, I try to create a list and prioritize the order in which those things should be done. I also try to factor in time for things that may be unexpected, for instance an emergency blood draw, and try to stay focused on each assignment. Learning to stay focused is a big stress reliever in and of itself."
Written by Darby Faubion