Interviewer: How do you handle change?
Karen: I like to think of change as a new opportunity. It can help me grow and develop as a person.
Interviewer: Was there ever a time at work when you had to make a change that you did not want?
Karen: One situation comes to mind. About three years ago, I was very comfortable working in the marketing department at my previous company. Then one day, my former boss came to me and told me that the company needed me to move to the business planning team. I did not want to move because I liked my job and co-workers in the marketing department.
Interviewer: How did you react?
Karen: I took some time to think about it and I agreed to move to the business planning team. The business planning team offered me a chance to learn some new skills, gain some new experience, and it was what the company needed me to do.
Interviewer: It sounds like you are a team player.
Karen: I try to be.
Patterns and Examples
I handle change by ____________________.
- I handle change by keeping an open mind.
- I handle change by staying positive and open-minded to new experiences.
I ____________________ during times of change.
- I prepare and research a lot during times of change.
- I stop fearful thoughts and remain positive during times of change.
I think that change is ____________________. So, I ____________________.
- I think that change is a good thing. So, I do not worry when something changes.
- I think that change is something that can help me grow as a person. So, I welcome change when it comes.
