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Tell me a situation where you had to think on feet

Tell me a situation where you had to think on feet

Think on your feet means to think and react quickly.
The interviewer wants to know about your analytical, problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
Share an example as latest as today. Narrate the situation, problem, idea which led to solution.
Do's
• An example as latest possible
• Narrate the situation, idea and problem solved
• Show your creativity side and presence of mind
Don'ts
• I am an action guy. I do what my boss tells
• Do not say I can't think
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• Describe an instance when you had to think on your feet to extricate yourself from a difficult situation
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