Description
Could you tell me about a time when you encountered a problem that had various possible solutions? How did you approach making a decision, and what was the outcome?
1. Problem-solving : Shows ability to evaluate different solutions and implications to pick the most effective one.
2. Decision-making : Indicates capacity to make informed decisions even when faced with multiple choices.
3. Critical thinking : Reflects the application of logical reasoning to weigh pros and cons of each option.
4. Result analysis : Demonstrates ability to analyze the outcome of the decision and learn from it.
1. Assessing analytical skills : Determines how you break down complex problems and evaluate different solutions.
2. Understanding of decision-making process : Uncovers your approach to making choices and how much thought you put into each decision.
3. Evaluating adaptability : Looks at how you adapt to situations where there is not a clear single solution.
4. Judging learning ability : Assesses whether you learn from the decisions you make by looking at their outcomes.
1. Structure your response : Use a framework like STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to give your answer clarity.
2. Talk about evaluation : Discuss how you evaluated each potential solution to demonstrate your analytical skills.
3. Reflect on the outcome : Include what you learned from the decision, regardless of whether the outcome was successful or not.