1618. What would you do if you were blocked by a team?

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Describe a situation where you were blocked by a team from progressing on a task or project. What steps did you take to address the situation?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Problem-solving : Ability to identify the cause of the blockage and develop practical solutions to overcome it.

  • 2. Communication : Capability to convey concerns and negotiate solutions with the team or stakeholders involved.

  • 3. Collaboration : Willingness to work with others, understand different perspectives, and reach a consensus or compromise.

  • 4. Influence and Persuasion : The power to persuade the team to consider alternative actions or to obtain support from higher management if necessary.

Purpose
  • 1. Team dynamics assessment : Evaluating the candidate's approach to working with others and navigating team challenges.

  • 2. Adaptability evaluation : Understanding how the candidate deals with obstacles and if they can adjust their approach when faced with resistance.

  • 3. Conflict resolution : Assessing the candidate's skills in resolving disagreements or standoffs in a constructive manner.

  • 4. Leadership potential : Identifying whether the candidate has the potential to lead through difficult situations and to motivate a team towards a common goal.


Hints
  • 1. Share steps taken : Talk about the specific actions you took to resolve or circumvent the issue.

  • 2. Reflect on learning : Discuss what you learned from the experience and how it impacted your approach to teamwork and problem-solving.

  • 3. Highlight collaboration : Emphasize the importance of teamwork and how you engaged others to work towards a resolution.

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Topics: 
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Roles: 
Software Engineer
Companies: 
Microsoft
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