2731. Describe a time you had to be competitive

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Can you tell me about a situation where you found yourself having to be particularly competitive in order to achieve your goals?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Competitiveness : The ability to engage in situations that require outperforming others or demonstrating a strong will to win.

  • 2. Resilience : Coping with rejection or setbacks while remaining motivated to achieve objectives despite competition.

  • 3. Goal Orientation : The habit of setting and striving to meet targets, typically under pressure or in competitive environments.

  • 4. Strategic Thinking : The capacity to plan and maneuver effectively to gain an advantage over competitors.

Purpose
  • 1. Assessing drive : Understanding the candidate's level of determination and drive when faced with competitive scenarios.

  • 2. Evaluating perseverance : Determining the extent to which the candidate persists in the face of competition and challenge.

  • 3. Understanding ambition : Gauging the candidate's ambition and willingness to put in the effort to outdo competitors.

  • 4. Judging strategic problem-solving : Evaluating how the candidate formulates strategies to achieve success in a competitive landscape.


Hints
  • 1. Reflect on specific situations : Think about instances from your past where the competition was a central element, whether in sales targets, project bids, or similar scenarios.

  • 2. Demonstrate adaptability : Show how you were able to adapt your strategy or approach in response to competitive challenges.

  • 3. Highlight achievements and learnings : Make sure to outline not only your successes but also what you learned from the experience, even if the competitive effort did not result in a win.

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Topics: 
Pressure Management
Work Ethic
Roles: 
Business Development Consultant
Companies: 
Oracle
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