Question

Describe how you would handle the following situation: You are required to finish multiple tasks by the end of the day and there is no way you can finish them all.

1. How do you handle people who annoy you?

2. Tell me about a project that you really got excited about.

3. Give an example of a situation where you had to be assertive.

4. Describe a situation in which you failed to reach a goal.

5. Describe a major goal that you have recently set for yourself. What are you doing to attain it?

6. Have you ever had to motivate or build team spirit among classmates? Describe why this happened.

7. How do you remain effective when you are forced with difficult tasks or with things you do not like to do

Answer 1

1.

I believe that it is important to be respectful of everyone, even if they annoy me. I try to understand why they might be acting the way they are and to see things from their perspective. If I am still annoyed, I try to calmly and politely explain how their behavior is affecting me. I also try to find ways to work with them to find a solution that works for everyone. I believe that by being respectful and understanding, I can resolve any conflict in a positive and productive way.

2.

I once worked on a project to develop a new software application for a large company. I was really excited about this project because it was a chance to use my skills and knowledge to make a real difference. I worked hard on the project and was proud of the final product. The company was happy with the results and the project was a success.

3.

I once had to be assertive when I was working on a team project. One of my teammates was not pulling their weight and it was affecting the progress of the project. I spoke to my teammate privately and explained the situation. I was assertive but respectful and my teammate agreed to step up their game. The project was completed on time and within budget.

4.

I once set a goal to run a marathon. I trained for months and was feeling confident on race day. However, I did not train enough for the heat and ended up having to DNF (Did Not Finish). I was disappointed but I learned from my experience and set a new goal to run a half marathon. I trained harder and was able to complete the half marathon.

5.

I recently set a goal to learn how to code. I am taking online courses and practicing coding every day. I am confident that I will be able to achieve this goal.

6

Yes, I have had to motivate or build team spirit among classmates. This happened when I was in college. I was part of a group project and we were all feeling stressed and unmotivated. I spoke to the group and we came up with a plan to motivate each other. We set regular meetings to discuss our progress and to offer support. We also set small goals for ourselves and celebrated our successes. By working together, we were able to complete the project successfully.

7.

I remain effective when I am forced with difficult tasks or with things I do not like to do by breaking the task down into smaller steps, setting realistic goals, and celebrating my successes along the way. I also find it helpful to talk to someone about what I am going through. This can help me to feel less alone and to get some new perspectives on the situation. I believe that by staying positive and focused, I can overcome any challenge.