How should one address PEI when one does not have relevant experience for the question?

Hi,

If you say something like that - most probably you will not pass the interview.

Moreover, if the story is not applicable enough, the interviewer might say "This story does not fit. Do you have another story?"

Thus it's critical to prepare a good story to pass the interview.

Personal impact is a story of influencing people and persuading them to follow your solution. Think of the consultants - in a similar way they have to present their solutions to the client and unite the stakeholders with various opinions.

How should you approach the personal impact story?

1. Start with a project / job description and mention the conflict
2. Then provide the particular details of the conflict: Who was involved and what was exactly the problem
3. Continue with a list of actions you took - Details on how you developed the solution, arguments you used to change the minds of people and people you attracted to support you
4. Finish with a measurable impact from your actions

Best,

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let's say that the interviewer asks to give an example where the candidate had to work with different groups and deal with challenges as the groups did not agree. What if the candidate never had this specific experien

Dear A,

For me your question sound not specific. What if.....then what?

I see the potential of a good answer when you explain your situation more specifically.

We can discuss your situation in a PM.

Feel free to reach out.

Best,

André