The Flourish Careers Podcast

// Interview Prep: How to Answer “Tell Me About a Time You Made A Mistake”


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Welcome back to '5 Minutes to Flourish', where I share quick, actionable tips to enhance your work and well-being. Today, let's tackle this challenging interview question: "Tell me about a time you made a mistake." Interviewers don't ask this question to catch you off guard; they want to understand how you handle challenges, evaluate your self-awareness, and gauge your capacity to learn and grow.

Join me to discuss:

- How to choose the right mistake to share
- The framework for a compelling response
- Examples to help you craft your answer

Turn this tricky question into an opportunity to showcase your resilience and growth mindset. Keep your story structured, emphasizing learning and improvement.  

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💛 Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.

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