Describe a time you admitted a mistake. What did you do next?

How do you handle a teammate who is consistently underperforming?

When something goes wrong in a group project, what is your default response?

What do you do when you feel overwhelmed and deadlines are near?

A client/user is unhappy with your delivery. How do you respond?

How do you learn a new skill quickly when you have limited time?

If you see someone breaking rules in a competitive process, what do you do?

How do you respond when your idea is rejected by the group?

What does “taking ownership” mean to you in one practical example?

Describe how you handle criticism from a senior or mentor.

Have you ever been tempted to take a shortcut? How did you decide what to do?

Describe how you resolve disagreements when opinions are strongly divided.

When was the last time you took responsibility beyond what was assigned to you?

How do you react when your best effort does not lead to the desired outcome?

How do you balance organizational goals with individual or customer expectations?

What feedback has changed the way you work or think? How?

How do you respond when rules conflict with situational demands?

What role do you usually take when working in a group under pressure?

Describe a situation where you had to make a decision with incomplete information.

What keeps you motivated during prolonged periods of stress or uncertainty?

How do you handle situations where expectations are unclear or conflicting?

How do you respond when you realize your current approach is not working?

What does “ethical leadership” mean to you in day-to-day decisions?

How do you ensure quieter members in a group are heard?

When things succeed, how do you distribute credit?

What is your approach when you face repeated failures in a short span?

How do you communicate bad news to someone who depends on your output?

How do you decide what to unlearn when moving into a new role or environment?

Describe how you ensure fairness when you have decision-making authority.

What kind of leader do you consciously try NOT to become, and why?