1740. Tell me about a time when you took a risk

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Share an instance where you decided to take a risk, and tell us what motivated that decision, what the situation was, and what the outcome was.

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Risk Assessment : Understanding how you evaluate potential challenges and uncertain outcomes.

  • 2. Decision Making : Gauging your ability to make tough choices, particularly when the path is not clear-cut.

  • 3. Problem Solving : Demonstrating your capacity to navigate through uncertain and complex situations.

  • 4. Learning Agility : Showing your willingness and ability to learn from risky situations, regardless of the outcome.

Purpose
  • 1. Insight into Risk Management : Determining how you perceive and manage risks in a project setting.

  • 2. Understanding of Consequences : Exploring whether you can foresee potential outcomes and prepare accordingly.

  • 3. Evaluating Impact on Project Success : Assessing how your risk-taking can influence team dynamics and project outcomes.

  • 4. Analyzing Learning and Adaptation Skills : Understanding if you are able to pivot and adapt based on insights gained from taking risks.


Hints
  • 1. Include a well-rounded narrative : Structure your response by describing the situation, the actions you took, the risk involved, and the result.

  • 2. Quantify the risk : If possible, discuss the risk in measurable terms to give the interviewer a clearer picture.

  • 3. Reflect on lessons learned : Mention what you learned from the experience and how it's influenced your approach to project management.

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Topics: 
Leadership
Problem Solving
Roles: 
Project Manager
Companies: 
Tesla
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