523. Give me an example of a time when you had to go above and beyond to get the job done.

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Could you share an instance where you had to exceed the usual expectations or go the extra mile to ensure a task or project was completed successfully?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Initiative : This skill indicates your willingness to take charge and do more than what is expected without being told to do so.

  • 2. Problem-Solving : Shows your ability to handle unexpected issues and find solutions to overcome them.

  • 3. Persistence : Demonstrates your determination to complete tasks even when faced with challenges or delays.

  • 4. Time Management : Highlights your ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage your time to achieve objectives, especially under tight deadlines.

Purpose
  • 1. Assessing Commitment : Evaluates your dedication and commitment to the job by understanding your ability to take on challenges.

  • 2. Understanding Work Ethic : Gauges your overall work ethic and attitude towards responsibilities.

  • 3. Evaluating Problem-Solving Abilities : Understands how you approach and resolve difficult situations or roadblocks in your work.

  • 4. Measuring Proactiveness : Determines how proactive you are in dealing with tasks that require additional effort.


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  • 1. Quantify your impact : If possible, quantify the outcomes of your efforts, such as increased efficiency or revenue.

  • 2. Reflect on challenges : Emphasize the challenges you overcame and how they added value to the project.

  • 3. Highlight teamwork : If your example involves collaboration, explain your role in the team and how you contributed to pulling the extra weight.

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Topics: 
Work Ethic
Problem Solving
Roles: 
Manager
Software Engineer
Intern
Data Center Engineer
Economist Apprentice
Operations Manager
Program Manager
Vendor Manager
Account Manager - RBS and VSP
Software Development Engineer (SDE) Intern
Companies: 
Amazon
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