2871. Describe a time when you felt you couldn't do something and how you overcame it

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Can you talk about a moment when you doubted your ability to accomplish a task or reach a goal, and explain the steps you took to overcome those doubts and successfully complete the task or reach the goal?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Resilience : Assesses the candidate's ability to bounce back from challenges and setbacks.

  • 2. Problem Solving : Evaluates how the candidate approaches obstacles and finds workable solutions.

  • 3. Adaptability : Looks for evidence of the candidate's ability to adjust strategies or approaches in difficult situations.

  • 4. Self-awareness : Determines the candidate's capacity for introspection and understanding their own limitations and strengths.

Purpose
  • 1. Grit Determination : Understanding if the candidate has the persistence and tenacity to persist in reaching goals despite difficulties.

  • 2. Learning Orientation : Gauging whether the candidate is willing to learn from challenging experiences and grow professionally.

  • 3. Coping Mechanisms : Identifying the strategies the candidate employs to manage stress and recover from setbacks.

  • 4. Overcoming Obstacles : Assessing the practical steps the candidate takes to navigate through or around problems.


Hints
  • 1. Reflect on past experiences : You should think about a specific instance when you faced a significant challenge, focusing on the context and your initial reaction to the situation.

  • 2. Detail your action steps : You should clearly outline the steps you took to address the problem, emphasizing positive attitudes and specific actions.

  • 3. Highlight the outcome : You should elaborate on the results of your actions, including what you learned and how the experience has shaped your professional behaviour.

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Topics: 
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Roles: 
Business Development Representative
Companies: 
Oracle
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