3388. What would you do if our plans have to pivot?

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Could you walk me through an instance where you had to adjust your strategy or approach when a plan changed unexpectedly?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Adaptability : The ability to alter one’s approach and strategies when faced with unexpected changes or challenges.

  • 2. Problem Solving : The capacity to navigate difficulties and find solutions when original plans do not pan out as intended.

  • 3. Decision Making : Assessing the situation and making informed, effective decisions rapidly to steer plans in a new direction.

  • 4. Stress Management : Maintaining composure and performance under pressure when plans require sudden changes.

Purpose
  • 1. Assessing Flexibility : Understanding how you react when things do not follow the predetermined path.

  • 2. Evaluating Problem-Solving Abilities : Determining how you analyze and solve problems when confronted with the unexpected.

  • 3. Testing Crisis Management : Gauging your prowess in managing rapid changes without losing sight of the broader goals.

  • 4. Understanding Decision-Making Processes : Learning about the processes and criteria you use to make decisions during a pivot.


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  • 1. Scenario Selection : Choose a concrete example that illustrates your flexibility and decision-making skills.

  • 2. Detail Oriented : Provide details on how you identified the need for a pivot and the steps you took to adjust the plan.

  • 3. Outcome Focused : Highlight the outcomes of your actions and what you learned from the experience.

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Topics: 
Adaptability
Problem Solving
Roles: 
Coach
Companies: 
Salesforce
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