Flexibility and Stress Related Interview Questions

 

Flexibility

Tell me about the last change which occurred in your office.  How did you handle it?

I'm interested in hearing about the last time you took a risk.  What was it and in retrospect, was it the right decision?

How important is communication and interaction with others on your job?  

How many departments did you deal with?  What problems occurred?

Tell me about a time when a work emergency caused you to reschedule your work/projects?

Give me an example of the last time you went above and beyond the call of duty to get a job done?

 

STRESS

Tell me about a deadline you had to meet. How much advance notice did you have?

You have worked in a fast paced environment.  How did you like the environment?

What kinds of decisions are most difficult for you?

What is the most difficult work situation you have faced?   

What types of jobs do you have the most difficulty with?

What do you do when you have a great deal of work to accomplish in a short period of time?

What do you do when you're having trouble with your job?