1203. Tell me about a situation you went above and beyond to reach your goal

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Describe a time when you had to put in extra effort, take on additional responsibilities, or innovate beyond the standard course of action to achieve an objective.

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Initiative : Assesses the candidate’s ability to independently take on challenges and go the extra mile without being prompted.

  • 2. Perseverance : Evaluates the candidate’s determination and resilience in the face of obstacles to meet their goals.

  • 3. Problem-Solving : Looks at how the candidate approaches complex problems that require more than a standard solution.

  • 4. Innovation : Determines the candidate’s capability to think creatively and outside of traditional frameworks to overcome challenges.

Purpose
  • 1. Understanding Work Ethic : Gauges the candidate's willingness to take the extra steps necessary to achieve excellence.

  • 2. Judging Commitment to Goals : Assesses how deeply the candidate commits to their objectives and the extent they will go to meet them.

  • 3. Measuring Drive and Determination : Helps to measure the candidate’s intrinsic motivation and passion for their work.

  • 4. Identifying Potential for Leadership : Indicates the potential for the candidate to lead by example and inspire others to follow their dedication.


Hints
  • 1. Highlight the challenge : Make sure you clearly articulate the specific challenge you faced to set the context for your actions.

  • 2. Detail the actions taken : Explain in detail the steps you undertook to go above and beyond, including any innovative or unorthodox strategies you employed.

  • 3. Reflect on the outcome : Don't forget to discuss the results of your extra efforts and the impact they had on achieving your goal.

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Topics: 
Work Ethic
Problem Solving
Roles: 
Software Engineer
Companies: 
Apple
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