1200. Tell me about a time when you had to manage up to get results.

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Can you describe an occasion where you found it necessary to communicate or influence those higher up in the organization to achieve your desired outcome?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Influencing Senior Leadership : Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate and persuade those at higher organizational levels.

  • 2. Strategic Thinking : Shows the capacity to understand the bigger organizational picture and navigate it to get results.

  • 3. Initiative : Illustrates proactivity in addressing issues that require attention from senior management.

  • 4. Professional Maturity : Reflects the candidate's respect for organizational hierarchy while still taking action when necessary.

Purpose
  • 1. Understanding of Organizational Dynamics : Assesses your comprehension of how decisions and actions impact the organization.

  • 2. Leadership Potential : Gauges your ability to lead and drive initiatives, often essential for career growth.

  • 3. Communication Skills : Evaluates your capability to communicate upwards effectively.

  • 4. Problem-Solving : Examines your approach to overcoming challenges that may involve senior-level intervention.


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  • 1. Focus on respectful approach : Emphasize how you maintained a respectful tone and recognition of authority when managing up.

  • 2. Detail your strategy : Explain the strategy employed to gain the support of higher-ups, how it was executed, and adapted as needed.

  • 3. Outline the impact : Clarify the results of your actions, particularly how it benefited the project or organization.

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Topics: 
Leadership
Communication
Roles: 
Business Pro
Companies: 
Apple
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