304. If I were to ask your manager for any feedback about you, what will they tell me?

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If I were to ask your current manager to provide some feedback about your performance, what do you think they would say?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Self-awareness : Understanding how you are perceived by your manager indicates a level of self-reflection and awareness.

  • 2. Professionalism : Responding to this question professionally without resorting to negative comments shows maturity and professionalism.

  • 3. Honesty : If you provide a truthful account of your manager's perspective, it reflects your integrity.

  • 4. Communication : Effectively articulating the feedback from your manager shows strong communication skills.

Purpose
  • 1. Gauge perception : The question aims to understand how you are viewed by others in a professional setting.

  • 2. Identify strengths and weaknesses : It provides insight into your areas of strength and aspects needing improvement.

  • 3. Assess credibility : Evaluates whether you have a realistic and credible view of your work performance.

  • 4. Assess maturity : Analyzes your ability to handle and discuss feedback, especially if it’s not entirely positive.


Hints
  • 1. Share growth : You could mention specific points of feedback where you’ve shown growth following your manager's advice.

  • 2. Reflect on performance reviews : Think of recent performance reviews and highlight key feedback mentioned there.

  • 3. Discuss achievements : Talk about the successes and contributions that your manager has acknowledged and praised.

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Topics: 
Leadership
Communication
Roles: 
Engineering Manager
Companies: 
Google
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