Tell me about a time when you were upset with the behavior of a colleague and how you dealt with it.
ExperienceTeamworkConflict Resolution
Purpose
This question checks if you can handle ethical dilemmas and stand up for your values in a team setting. They want to see if you can balance your principles with diplomacy and learn from the experience.
Tips
- Use the STAR-L method: Situation, Task, Action, Result, Lessons Learned.
- Pick a story where you faced an ethical challenge and took action.
- Reflect on what you learned and how it shaped your professional values.
Common mistakes
- Don't just say you did nothing or ignored the issue.
- Avoid blaming others or being overly negative about colleagues.
- Don't forget to include what you learned from the experience.
Background
Use STAR-L to structure responses to questions about your experiences: -Situation: Briefly set the scene - where/when and what was going on? -Task: What was your specific role or challenge in that situation? -Action: What you did - focus on your steps, decisions, and contributions. -Result: Share the outcome - ideally positive or meaningful. -Lessons Learned: Reflect on what you took away and how you’ve grown.