Behavioral Interview Question: Describe a situation where you found yourself dealing with someone who didn’t like you. How did you handle it? Did you know that not everyone thinks you are great? Believe it or not, it happens! There are those out there that you are going to rub the wrong way. That’s okay! You[…]
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Tag Archives | Problem Solving
How to Show That Problems Are Just Opportunities in Disguise
FEBRUARY 1, 2015 | BY LIA
Behavioral Interview Question: Describe a situation in which you recognized a potential problem as an opportunity. What did you do? What was the result? What, if anything, do you wish you had done differently? Every business has problems both large and small and employees play a huge role in identifying and solving those problems. Think[…]
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Top 5 Qualities Every Interviewer Looks For
DECEMBER 30, 2014 | BY LIA
You’re good enough, you’re smart enough, and let’s be honest – people like you. While many of you have some amazing qualities, your interviewer is looking for several specific qualities that show that you’re ready to take on a significant role in their company. You need to find ways to show the interviewer you have[…]
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3 Types of Problem Solvers: Which One Are You?
NOVEMBER 6, 2014 | BY LIA
Employers want to hire people that are going to get things done. They want people that when faced with a problem, actively solve it. They are looking for people who are part of the solution not people who are part of the problem. You need to show them you are a problem solver. There are[…]
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Interview Question: How Do You Go About Solving Problems?
AUGUST 31, 2011 | BY MICAH
“Outlook Hazy. Ask Again Later.” To be successful at any job, you need to be a problem solver. No job is without problems, and if you cannot make good decisions, you will not be very good at your role. You solve problems every day. What to eat, what to wear, what path to take to[…]
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Question and Answer – Feigning Memory Loss and Solving Problems
JUNE 15, 2010 | BY MICAH
Question: “Often times there are questions that ask for something negative, like a problem you had with a coworker or boss. What is the best way to answer these questions?” Answer: There are a number of interview questions that ask you about problems you had with coworkers and how you felt about your supervisors. There[…]
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