2623. Give an example of a time when you built and maintained a successful professional relationship

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Can you give us an example of a time when you established and sustained a successful professional relationship, and describe how you managed to keep that relationship effective over time?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Relationship building : The ability to create and nurture connections with colleagues and clients

  • 2. Communication : Effective verbal and written communication to interact positively with different stakeholders

  • 3. Interpersonal skills : Using emotional intelligence to interact harmoniously with others

  • 4. Collaboration : Working well with others to achieve common goals, showing team spirit

Purpose
  • 1. Understanding of professional rapport : To gauge if you understand the importance and impact of building positive professional relationships

  • 2. Assessment of team dynamics : To evaluate your ability to work well with others in a professional environment

  • 3. Insight into communication style : To get an idea of how you communicate and manage relationships with colleagues and clients

  • 4. Evidence of long-term commitment : To ensure you are capable of maintaining long-term professional relationships, rather than forming short-term, transactional connections


Hints
  • 1. Highlight teamwork : Focus on how you collaborated with others, sharing credit and resolving any conflicts.

  • 2. Show continuous engagement : Describe the effort you put into nurturing the relationship, such as regular check-ins or helping them with their challenges.

  • 3. Reflect on relationship impact : Illustrate the positive outcomes of the relationship, such as successful project completions or improved team performance.

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Topics: 
Communication
Teamwork
Roles: 
Brand Technical Specialist
Companies: 
IBM
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