3010. How do you provide instructions to technicians who are more senior and experienced than you and gain their respect?

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Imagine you are working as a Process Engineer and you must give instructions to colleagues who are more senior and have more experience than you. How would you go about this to ensure that you are able to lead effectively and also earn their respect?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Leadership : Demonstrating the ability to guide more experienced team members effectively.

  • 2. Communication : Clearly articulating instructions and ensuring understanding from senior technicians.

  • 3. Collaboration : Working alongside senior teammates in a way that values their experience and knowledge.

  • 4. Respect : Approaching interactions in a way that builds trust and demonstrates mutual respect.

Purpose
  • 1. Team Dynamics : Evaluating how you interact with and influence senior team members.

  • 2. Authority : Assessing your ability to assert your role's authority respectfully and effectively.

  • 3. Interpersonal Skills : Understanding your skills in communicating and relating to others professionally.

  • 4. Leadership Style : Identifying your leadership approach and how it fosters a positive work environment.


Hints
  • 1. Acknowledge their Experience : Discuss how you would show appreciation for the technicians' expertise and integrate their feedback.

  • 2. Show Willingness to Learn : Convey an attitude of learning and open-mindedness, even as you assert your role's responsibilities.

  • 3. Focus on Common Goals : Highlight how you would align the team's efforts towards shared objectives, establishing team cohesion.

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Topics: 
Leadership
Communication
Roles: 
Process Engineer
Companies: 
Intel
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