Behavioral interview question · communication
Tell me about a time you had to advocate strongly for a position you believed in, despite pushback.
What interviewers listen for
Describe what you were advocating for and who was pushing back (Situation/Task), how you built your case, found allies, and communicated persuasively (Action), and whether you succeeded and what happened (Result).
Likely follow-up questions
- What data or evidence did you use to support your position?
- How did you handle the pushback without damaging relationships?
- What did this experience teach you about persuasion?
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