3555. Discuss a time you disagreed with your boss

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Can you tell me about a time when you had a disagreement with your supervisor, and how you handled the situation?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Conflict Resolution : Evaluates the candidate's ability to handle conflicts constructively and maintain a professional relationship with their boss despite disagreements.

  • 2. Communication : Accesses the candidate's capability to communicate their opinions and feedback effectively, even when it differs from someone in a position of authority.

  • 3. Critical Thinking : Tests the ability to provide logical reasons behind their point of view and consider the outcome of their disagreement.

  • 4. Professional Maturity : Assesses the maturity to handle differences in opinion with respectiveness and without letting it affect their performance or attitude at work.

Purpose
  • 1. Understanding of Hierarchical Dynamics : Ensures the candidate recognizes and respects the hierarchical structure in a workplace while still voicing their own ideas.

  • 2. Assessment of Ego Management : Looks at how the candidate manages their ego and accepts final decisions, even if they are not in their favor.

  • 3. Evaluation of Persuasiveness : Checks the candidate's ability to persuade and present their arguments in a convincing manner.

  • 4. Gauge Problem-Solving Approach : Determines the candidate's approach to problem-solving when their ideas are challenged.


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  • 1. Reflect on a Professional Tone : Advise on using a respectful and professional tone when describing the disagreement to avoid sounding confrontational.

  • 2. Focus on the Resolution : Encourage elaborating not just on the disagreement itself but also on the steps taken towards finding a resolution.

  • 3. Highlight Learning Outcomes : Suggest mentioning what was learned from the experience and how it contributed to personal or professional growth.

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Topics: 
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Roles: 
Software Engineer
Senior Front End Developer
Experience Designer
Companies: 
Adobe
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