1. Tell me about a time when you had to deal with an employee who was difficult and how did you handle it?
Overview
This question will reveal how the candidate has dealt with difficult employees in the past. It's important to find out how they would handle a situation like this in your company.
Overview
This question will reveal how the candidate has dealt with difficult employees in the past. It's important to find out how they would handle a situation like this in your company.
Interview Expectations
Evidence they have dealt with difficult employees before
Confirmation they are able to handle conflict well
Indications they are able to lead through tough situations
Sample Answer
I had a situation at my last job where one of my employees was not performing up to par. I tried to work with him on his performance, but he didn't seem interested in improving. I was forced to let him go. It was a difficult situation, but I felt it was the right thing to do.