Description
Describe an instance where you successfully persuaded a stakeholder to take an action or make a decision that was initially against their wishes. Can you walk me through your approach and the outcome?
1. Persuasion : Shows your ability to influence others and effectively argue your case for a particular strategy, action, or decision.
2. Stakeholder Management : Demonstrates how well you understand key individuals in your projects and how you handle their expectations and concerns.
3. Communication : Illustrates your capability to clearly and effectively communicate ideas and negotiate to reach a mutually beneficial outcome.
4. Strategic Thinking : Reflects your ability to align your persuasion efforts with the broader goals or interests of the company or project.
1. Evaluating Influential Ability : Interviewers are interested in how you are able to impact the decisions of others, particularly those in a position of authority.
2. Understanding of Stakeholder Dynamics : To see if you have a clear grasp of stakeholder influence and how to navigate varied interests.
3. Assessing Communication Skills : To determine your ability to articulate arguments and engage in meaningful dialogue with others.
4. Judging Professional Maturity : Ascertains your capability to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy and professional maturity.
1. Highlight the Research : Emphasize the background work and understanding of your stakeholder's position and concerns that led to your strategy.
2. Discuss the Strategy : Talk about the persuasive techniques or negotiation strategies you employed, showing your thought process and adaptability.
3. Reflect on the Outcome : Evaluate the results of your actions, the consequences for the stakeholder relationship, and what you learned from the experience.