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Handling a Workplace Mistake
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When the company asks,

"Recall and describe an event when you made a mistake at work,"

They are looking to uncover several key insights about you:

  1. Accountability: Do you take responsibility for your mistakes, or do you try to shift the blame onto others?
  2. Learning Ability: Have you learned from your mistakes and taken steps to ensure they don’t happen again?
  3. Problem-Solving Skills: How do you handle situations when things go wrong?
  4. Honesty: Are you truthful about your past experiences, including the not-so-great moments?

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