Behavioral / Fit Interviews
What if I don't have a good conflict story for behavioral interviews?
How should I answer a question like 'Tell me about a conflict you solved' if I can't remember any major conflict at work? Is it okay to make up a scenario, or should I use something smaller or from outside work?
Ian’s Answer
Please don't make up a scenario! If you get pressed with follow-up questions they'll know you're lying.
Here's a tip: Your conflict doens't have to be work related! It could be at school, it could be for a side-venture, etc. Additionally, the “conflict” doesn't have to be someone yelling at you like in a Spanish Soap Opera! At some point in your life, I'm sure someone has been upset, or obstinate, or slacking, or anything in between - think through your life and grab one of these examples!