A typical interview question, asked to get a sense of how you handle on-the-job stress, is "How do you handle pressure?" Examples of good responses include:
* Stress is very important to me. With stress, I do the best possible job. The appropriate way to deal with stress is to make sure I have the correct balance between good stress and bad stress. I need good stress to stay motivated and productive.
* I react to situations, rather than to stress. That way, the situation is handled and doesn't become stressful.
* I actually work better under pressure and I've found that I enjoy working in a challenging environment.
* From a personal perspective, I manage stress by visiting the gym every evening. It's a great stress reducer.
* Prioritizing my responsibilities so I have a clear idea of what needs to be done when, has helped me effectively manage pressure on the job.
* If the people I am managing are contributing to my stress level, I discuss options for better handling difficult situations with them.
* I find that when I'm under the pressure of a deadline, I can do some of my most creative work.
* I'm not a person who has a difficult time with stress. When I'm under pressure, I focus, and get the job done.
* I find it exhilarating to be in a dynamic environment where the pressure is on.
* I find a past pace to be invigorating, and thrive when the pressure is on.
* I've done some of my best work under tight deadlines, where the atmosphere was very stressful.
* I'm the kind of person who stays calm under pressure, and handles stress fairly easily.
It's a good idea to give examples of how you have handled stress to your interviewer. That way, they get a clear picture how well you can work in stressful situations. |
发表于 2011-3-8 16:08
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