1495. Describe a time when you had to influence someone to see things your way

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Could you tell me about an instance where you successfully persuaded someone to understand your perspective on an important matter?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Persuasion : The ability to convince others to understand and accept your point of view or a specific approach.

  • 2. Communication : The capability to effectively convey your arguments and rationale in a clear and coherent manner.

  • 3. Empathy : Understanding and acknowledging the perspectives and emotions of others during the persuasion process.

  • 4. Negotiation : Employing negotiation tactics to find common ground and achieve a mutually beneficial agreement.

Purpose
  • 1. Assess Influence Tactics : Evaluating your ability to use influence and persuasion in professional scenarios.

  • 2. Understand Decision-Making : Gauging how you make and advocate for your decisions.

  • 3. Gauge Interpersonal Skills : Determining your capability to connect with and understand others in a professional environment.

  • 4. Evaluate Conflict Resolution : Understanding how you handle differing opinions and resolve conflicts.


Hints
  • 1. Focus on reciprocation : You should consider discussing how you acknowledged the other person's perspective before presenting your own.

  • 2. Highlight strategic approach : Mention any specific strategies or techniques you used to influence the other person's viewpoint.

  • 3. Showcase relationship management : Explain how you maintained a professional relationship despite differences in opinion.

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Topics: 
Communication
Leadership
Roles: 
Enterprise Sales
Product Manager
Companies: 
Microsoft
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