4363. Describe a time you had a different idea than someone else in a group

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Can you describe an instance where you had a different idea or perspective from someone else while working in a group, and how you addressed this situation?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Conflict Resolution : Evaluating the candidate's ability to handle disagreements or conflicts within a team setting and resolve them constructively.

  • 2. Communication : Assessing the candidate's skill in expressing their ideas clearly and effectively while also being receptive to others' inputs.

  • 3. Teamwork : Determining the candidate's capacity to work collaboratively with others, even when opinions diverge.

  • 4. Active Listening : Checking if the candidate truly listens to alternative points of view and integrates diverse opinions.

Purpose
  • 1. Assessing Collaborative Attitude : Understanding whether you are open to working with others and can integrate different ideas into a cohesive solution.

  • 2. Evaluating Conflict Management : Evaluating your maturity in handling dissent and your approach to resolving disagreements.

  • 3. Determining Problem-Solving Approach : Gauging your creativity and adaptability in addressing problems when faced with opposition.

  • 4. Understanding Interpersonal Skills : Assessing how effectively you can communicate and influence within a group setting, maintaining relationships.


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  • 1. Reflect on collaboration : Think about a situation where your collaboration skills positively influenced the group dynamic, despite initial differing opinions.

  • 2. Detail the process : Outline the steps you took to address the differing idea - from listening and understanding to advocating for your own perspective and reaching a compromise.

  • 3. Emphasize the outcome : Highlight the result of the discussion, focusing on the tangible impact it had on the task or project at hand.

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Topics: 
Teamwork
Conflict Resolution
Roles: 
Barista
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Companies: 
Starbucks
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