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Guideline
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What the Hiring Manager Is Really Asking…
The question, “what’s your management style” is expected if you’re applying for a management position. The hiring manager wants to see that you can handle assigning roles and managing tasks in a fair and quick way. He or she also wants to know of your past experiences in management.
Activities
Go over the following points with your tutors.
- Is the job you’re applying for a management position?
- Think about how you manage people and tasks.
- Consider some examples that show those strengths.
Guideline
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Points to Emphasize
It’s important to include experiences and skills in your response. Your answer should show your abilities in managing duties in a way that benefits the organization. Be sure to mention how you:
- Assign roles based on strengths of the employee
- Give clear directions
- Encourage employees
- Check to be sure employees complete tasks.
Activities
Go over the following points with your tutors.
- In what ways do you provide clear directions?
- Consider how you encourage employees to be their best.
- Do you follow-up with workers to make sure a task was completed?
Guideline
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Mistakes You Should Avoid
To respond truthfully and well, watch out for these common mistakes:
- Don’t make up a role if you don’t have the experience.
- Don’t say you do a job better by yourself
- Don’t use unclear examples
- If you don’t have a lot of leadership experience, don’t get nervous
Activities
Go over the following points with your tutors.
- Have you had previous experiences in management?
- If not, how could you highlight your related skills?
- How could you apply your leadership skills to the job description?
Guideline
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Sample Answer
Here’s an example of a response to the question, “What’s your management style?”
“In previous roles, I have assigned roles based on the skills and strengths of the employee. I am mindful of time limitations and other responsibilities. After providing clear instructions, I follow-up with the employee to make sure they are succeeding in their task. I always help in any way I can if any issues come up.”
Activities
Go over the following points with your tutors.
- Write the first draft of your answer with your tutor.
- Are there any words or phrases that you are not comfortable pronouncing?
- Now rehearse with your tutor until you are comfortable answering the question without the script.
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