Initiative

"Initiative" is one of the interview key words that frequently appear in job ads or job descriptions.  Interview key words similar to responsible include:

• self starter

• work independently

• taking initiative

Listed below are a few of the possible interview questions you may be asked in the interview regarding "problem solving".  Review each interview question below to prepare yourself for the interview.

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Job Interview Questions

Notice how small changes in the interview questions will change your answer.  Possible follow-up questions are noted with a bullet.  Use our mock interviews based on actual job listings and interviews for more interview practice:  

1. Provide us with an example of your initiative.

2. What does taking the initiative mean to you?

3. How comfortable are you with taking the initiative on assignments that you may not be fully familiar with?

More possible interview questions along with follow-up interview questions for all interview key words are available in our interview guides.