597. Tell me about a time you had to correct a co-worker and how you did it

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Interviewer

Describe a situation where you found it necessary to correct a colleague. I'm interested in understanding how you approached the correction and what the outcome was.

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Communication : Ability to convey feedback in a clear, assertive, and constructive manner

  • 2. Interpersonal Skills : Maintaining positive relationships and respect during correction

  • 3. Tactfulness : Being considerate and sensitive in delivering feedback to avoid unnecessary conflict

  • 4. Leadership : Guiding the team member towards improvement while taking ownership if necessary

Purpose
  • 1. Assessing conflict resolution skills : Evaluating your ability to handle potential conflicts that may arise from correcting someone

  • 2. Understanding of team dynamics : Gauging your understanding of how to work within a team effectively, and how your actions can affect team morale and cohesion

  • 3. Evaluating feedback style : How thoughtfully and effectively you give feedback to help others improve without demotivating them

  • 4. Leadership potential : Determining your capability to lead by example and mentor colleagues when necessary


Hints
  • 1. Focus on the positive outcome : Emphasize the improvement or resolution that followed your correction

  • 2. Detail the approach : Describe the steps you took to correct the error and how you communicated the need for correction

  • 3. Demonstrate respect and understanding : Show that you were respectful and empathetic when providing feedback to your co-worker

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Topics: 
Communication
Leadership
Roles: 
Vendor Manager
Software Engineer
Companies: 
Amazon
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