2021. Tell me about a situation when you were given bad feedback

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Can you describe a time where you received feedback that was not what you expected? How did you handle the situation?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Receptiveness : This question gauges your openness to criticism and willingness to learn from less than positive feedback.

  • 2. Problem-solving : Ability to address the issues from the feedback and identify ways to improve reflects problem-solving skills.

  • 3. Emotional intelligence : Handling negative feedback calmly and constructively shows emotional maturity.

  • 4. Communication : Describing the feedback and your response demonstrates your ability to communicate effectively, even in challenging situations.

Purpose
  • 1. Self-awareness assessment : The interviewer wants to see if you are aware of your weaknesses and the areas where others believe you can improve.

  • 2. Growth mindset evaluation : The interviewer is looking to understand if you view feedback as an opportunity for growth.

  • 3. Resilience testing : Assessing how you bounce back from negative experiences or criticism.

  • 4. Professional maturity : Observing your ability to handle criticism professionally without taking it personally.


Hints
  • 1. Reflect on constructive criticism : You should share a real-life scenario where the feedback, although tough, led you to improve in some way.

  • 2. Focus on the learning outcome : Emphasize what you learned from the experience and how it helped you grow professionally.

  • 3. Detail the action taken : Discuss specific actions you took following the feedback to rectify the situation or to improve yourself.

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Topics: 
Adaptability
Communication
Roles: 
Software Engineer
Companies: 
Cisco
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