21. Can you tell me about a situation where your analysis of a problem was deemed to be incorrect? What would you have done differently?

Job seeker should have the character to admit mistakes. Also clarify: Were the steps he took correct? More importantly, has he/she learned from this mistake?

22. Have you ever been in a situation, at work, when you have been motivated to question an ethical issue?

Evaluate the answer and try to see if the job seeker is intimidated by authority figures; are they prepared to protest something they do not believe in; are they able to see things from someone else's perspective.

23. If a clash of personalities were to occur with a colleague, what steps would you take to make the working relationship run smoothly?

Things to look for: Does the job seeker seem to have the ability to solve this issue? What steps would they take? Does the thought of a personality conflict intimidate them? Do they seem confrontational or quietly assertive?

24. Can you explain an occasion when you have had to motivate and boost the morale of your colleagues.

Evaluate how positive and confident the applicant appears to be when discussing their ability to motivate co-workers. Do they seem confident that they can improve productivity in difficult situations?

25. Describe an occasion when you had to give an explanation of what you could realistically deliver and why was this issue important?

If the delivery falls short or there is a problem, then immediate steps can be taken to correct the problem. Should have realistic expectations based on skills and/or abilities.

26. Give me an example of an assignment that you found difficult to finish? How did you go about it?

Answer should show the job seeker is quality conscious, understands the importance of time management techniques, understands how critical deadlines are, and does not give up when obstacles occur.

27. Do you always double-check your work?

Job seeker should show that they are aware of the quality process and that they try to deliver a flawless project.

28. Is detail important to you? Do you think details should be left to your assistant?

Job seeker should show that they check their work to ensure that he/she delivers good quality product and that they take responsibility for his/her own work.

29. Did you ever have to complete a project with a fixed pressurized deadline, where the final proposal had to be 100?

Accuracy and perfection? If so, tell us about it.

30. How do you handle projects with short deadlines that require precise calculations and analysis? What is your approach?

Should follow systematic approach; has the ability to be accurate while keeping in mind the time constraints, use of appropriate software and technology.