3928. Are you a more practical person or a creative person?

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In your everyday work, would you describe yourself as being more practical or more inclined towards creativity?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Self-awareness : Understanding of one's own abilities and inclination towards practicality or creativity.

  • 2. Balance of practicality and creativity : Ability to demonstrate how one finds a balance between being methodical and innovative in problem-solving.

  • 3. Adaptability : Illustration of how one can adapt their practical or creative skills to different situations.

  • 4. Problem-solving : Ability to use either practical or creative approaches to overcome challenges and deliver solutions.

Purpose
  • 1. Understanding candidate’s natural tendencies : Identifying whether you lean towards a structured approach or out-of-the-box thinking.

  • 2. Evaluating fit for the role : Determining if your skills align with the job requirements for an intern or software engineer position.

  • 3. Assessing team balance : Gauging how your practical or creative nature would complement the existing team dynamic.

  • 4. Judging problem-solving approach : Discovering how you approach problems—whether through logical steps or innovative ideas.


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  • 1. Reflect on past experiences : Think about previous situations where you've had to be either practical or creative and share these experiences.

  • 2. Consider the role : Take into account the nature of an intern/software engineer’s responsibilities and how your practical or creative skills would apply.

  • 3. Highlight flexibility : Demonstrate that you are capable of leveraging both practicality and creativity when the situation demands.

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Topics: 
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Roles: 
Intern
Software Engineer
Companies: 
Walmart
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