What would you do if you see a fellow co-worker stealing something? Answers to Job Interview Questions

Hi Don,

I bought your interview guide and I really like it so far. I was asked
this question on an interview a couple of years ago: “What would you do
if you see a fellow co-worker stealing something?” Don, what would be
the best way to answer these question?

What was the interviewer trying to get from me? Thank you.

Ed

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Hi Ed,

I would answer the question as such, “I would tell on them, and possibly
anonymously.” I think they are gauging your loyalty by asking this
question. Some people might actually answer by saying, “well, it would
depend on what they were doing,” or “it depends on who it is.” But the
company does not want you making these decisions for them. Theft is
theft, no matter if it’s petty office supplies or something of greater
value. Theft cannot be tolerated in the workplace and violators must
go. Though I would not rant on like this in your answer, just be brief
and firm. By being quick and decisive with your answer, your
interviewer will get a better read on you and your answer and your
answer will have more credibility.

Does this help? Let me know if you need anything else.

Best regards,

Don

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