Do you have an upcoming job interview? Check out my example answers to the interview question: “How well do you adapt to new situations?” Other questions with similar answers are “Do you find it difficult to adapt to change?” or “Are you flexible to sudden changes at work?”
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Example Answer
For job seekers WITH NO EXPERIENCE
“As you might already know, this is my first job application so it’s difficult for me to evaluate my adaptability to new situations in the workplace. I do believe however, that my extraverted way of thinking and creative mind can embrace change quite easily. For example, during my college years I managed to work on [Project] whilst studying. Having an extra project not only required me to combine study with my personal commitments, but also to engage with a variety of people in the [Industry].”
Example Answer
For job seekers WITH EXPERIENCE
“As you can see on my resume, I had quite some past experiences of which some of them required me to embrace and adapt to changes in the workplace. For example, one of the reasons I managed to develop [Project] at [Company XYZ] is due to my ability to embrace challenges. These include finding diverse and unexpected solutions to [Problem 1] and [Problem 2] to reach [Goal]. I also don’t have any difficulties with adapting to both an individualistic and a collaborative workplace environment. I can work independently with limited guidance and supervision, but also thrive when working and sharing ideas with one another.”
TIPS
√ Do share an experience that shows you adapt well to new situations
√ Do highlight character traits that help deal with unexpected challenges
√ Do show signs of determination, resilience and resourcefulness
X Don’t be overzealous or too eager in stating your qualities and achievements
