"Tell me about a time you went above and beyond what was expected."

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▸ WHAT IT REVEALSInitiative, ownership, work ethic.▸ GOOD ANSWER LOOKS LIKEVoluntary action with clear impact. Not just 'I worked late.'▸ RED FLAGSConfuses working hours with delivering value. Story feels forced or minor.▸ FOLLOW-UP PROBEDid anyone notice? How did that make you feel?