Motivation

• Can you tell me at least three things that you have done in the past year to improve yourself, both business-wise and competency wise?
• Describe a time when you uncovered a problem and took the initiative to correct it. 
• Describe a time when you took on additional work to help your team meet a crucial work goal?
• Describe a work related goal that you have set for yourself.
• Give me an example of a time you were able to be creative with your work. What was exciting or difficult about it?
• How do you get subordinates to work at their peak potential? Give an example.
• Tell me about a goal you achieved which at some points seemed hopeless? What motivated you to persevere through the obstacles?
• Tell me about a time when you and your team encountered a troubling setback during a project.  What do you do to raise spirits?
• Tell me about a time when you willingly volunteered for a task. Also, why were you so interested in this specific task?
• Tell me about a time when you worked under close supervision or extremely loose supervision. Which do you prefer?
• Tell me about your proudest professional accomplishment.
• Would you regard yourself as a self-starter? Can you give me a recent example where you displayed this quality?