1859. How would you deal with an angry coworker?

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Can you tell me about a time when you had to deal with an angry or upset coworker, and how you handled the situation?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Emotional intelligence : Shows the ability to empathize with others and manage personal emotions in relational interactions.

  • 2. Communication skills : Illustrates the competence in conveying information clearly and listening effectively to de-escalate conflicts.

  • 3. Problem-solving : Demonstrates the capacity to identify the underlying issues and work towards a resolution.

  • 4. Conflict resolution : Reflects the capability to mediate between different viewpoints and find a mutually acceptable solution.

Purpose
  • 1. Assessing composure : Evaluates your ability to remain calm and professional in tense situations.

  • 2. Understanding empathy : Considers your ability to understand and share the feelings of another person in the workplace.

  • 3. Evaluating teamwork : Looks at how you collaborate with others, especially under stress or disagreement.

  • 4. Judging problem resolution skills : Assesses how effectively you can resolve conflicts and prevent further issues.


Hints
  • 1. Reflect on the context : Consider providing a bit of background about the situation to give the interviewer context about the conflict.

  • 2. Outline your response strategy : Describe the steps you took to address the coworker's anger and how you worked towards a solution.

  • 3. Mention the outcome : Conclude your answer by explaining the results of your intervention and what was learned from the experience.

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Topics: 
Teamwork
Conflict Resolution
Roles: 
Facility Maintenance
Companies: 
Tesla
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