Positive Behavioral Questions

Question 1

Describe a Situation Where You Disagreed With a Supervisor

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Question 2

“Tell me about a time you had a conflict at work.”

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Question 3

“Tell me about a situation where you had to solve a difficult problem.”

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Question 4

Describe a time where you had to work well under pressure.

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Question 5

“Give me an example of a time when you motivated others.”

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Question 6

“Tell me about a time where you had to delegate tasks during a project”

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Question 7

“Give me an example of when you showed initiative and took the lead.”

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Question 8

“Tell me about your proudest professional accomplishment.”

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Question 9

Describe a situation in which you were able to use persuasion to successfully convince someone to see things your way.

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Question 10

Describe a time when you were faced with a stressful situation that demonstrated your coping skills.

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Question 11

Give me an example of a time when you set a goal and were able to meet or achieve it.

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Question 12

Tell me about a time when you had to use your presentation sills to influence someone’s opinion.

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Question 13

Give me a specific example of a time when you had to conform to a policy with which you did not agree.

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Question 14

Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.

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Question 15

Tell me about a time when you had too many things to do and you were required to prioritize your tasks.

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Question 16

Give me an example of a time when you had to make a split second decision.

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Question 17

Tell me about a difficult decision you’ve made in the last year.

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Question 18

Give me an example of when you showed initiative and took the lead.

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Question 19

Give me an example of a time when you motivated others.

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Question 20

Tell me about a time when you delegated a project effectively.

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Question 21

Tell me about a time when you missed an obvious solution to a problem.

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Question 22

Tell me about a time when you were forced to make an unpopular decision.

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Question 23

Describe the most significant or creative presentation that you have had to complete.

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Question 24

Describe a situation where others you were working with on a project disagreed with your ideas. What did you do?

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Question 25

What was the most complex assignment you have had? What was your role?

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Question 26

Describe some projects or ideas (not necessarily your own) that were implemented, or carried out successfully primarily because of your efforts.

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Question 27

Describe a situation that required a number of things to be done at the same time. How did you handle it? What was the result?

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Question 28

Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was being difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?

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Question 29

Give me a specific example of something you did that helped build enthusiasm in others?

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Question 30

Tell me about a difficult situation when it was desirable for you to keep a positive attitude. What did you do?

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Question 31

Give me an example of a time you had to make an important decision. How did you make the decision? How does it affect you today?

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Question 32

Give me an example of a time you had to persuade other people to take action. Were you successful?

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Question 33

Describe a time when you put your needs aside to help someone understand a task. how did you assist him or her? What was the result?

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Question 34

Describe a time when you were faced with a stressful situation.

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Question 35

Give a specific example of a time when you used good judgment and logic in solving a problem.

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Question 36

Give an example of a time when you set a goal and were able to meet or achieve it.

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Question 37

Give a specific example of a time when you had to conform to a policy with which you did not agree.

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Question 38

Tell about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.

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Question 39

Tell about a difficult decision you've made in the last year.

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Question 40

Tell about a recent situation in which you had to deal with a very upset person or co-worker.

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Question 41

Tell me about a time when you worked the hardest and felt the greatest sense of achievement.

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Question 42

How have you made a difference at school, work or in the community?

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