Description
Can you tell me about a time when you faced a significant setback and how you handled it?
1. Resilience : The ability to recover from difficulties and maintain persistence in the face of challenge.
2. Problem-solving : Demonstrates the capacity to approach obstacles methodically and to find effective solutions.
3. Adaptability : Shows flexibility in adjusting to new challenges and changes in the environment or scope of work.
4. Emotional intelligence : Reflects upon the emotional capacity to handle personal emotions and empathize with others during tough situations.
1. Assessing coping mechanisms : Understanding how you deal with unexpected problems and stress.
2. Gauging tenacity and grit : Evaluating your determination and dedication to persist in the face of adversity.
3. Evaluating learnings from failure : Looking at whether you can reflect on setbacks and extract lessons to prevent future issues.
4. Understanding approach to change : Determining how adaptable you are when situations deviate from the plan.
1. Highlight learning experience : Focus on what you learned from the setback and how it contributed to your personal or professional growth.
2. Discuss strategies used : Elaborate on the specific strategies you employed to overcome the setback.
3. Reference resilience : Illustrate your ability to bounce back and maintain a positive attitude, even when things don't go as expected.