Describe a time you had to say no to a request from a colleague or leader.

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▸ WHAT IT REVEALS

Boundary-setting, prioritization, professional courage.

▸ GOOD ANSWER LOOKS LIKE

Clear reasoning, communicated respectfully, offered an alternative or timeline.

▸ RED FLAGS

Said yes to everything, or said no in a way that damaged the relationship.

▸ FOLLOW-UP PROBE

How did they respond, and how did you handle that?