Mastering Prioritization: A Structured Approach
A structured program based on Richard McMahon's advice for answering the interview question 'How do you prioritize your work?' This program focuses on a practical, five-step process to effective task management, reflecting McMahon's emphasis on structured approaches.
Program Modules
Understanding Prioritization in Interviews
Explore why interviewers ask about prioritization and its significance in professional settings. Reflect on personal experiences and business needs.
Reflect: The Importance of Prioritization
WeeklyConsider the role of prioritization in achieving goals and managing responsibilities.
“Having the ability to take responsibility for your day-to-day activities is going to be crucial in your role.”
Business Needs and Prioritization
WeeklyAnalyze how prioritizing tasks aligns with organizational objectives.
“Make sure you tell the interviewer you will always prioritize your tasks in order of importance based on the needs of their business.”
The Five-Step Prioritization Process
Learn and apply Richard McMahon's five-step process for managing tasks, with practical exercises for each step.
Practice: Implementing the Five Steps
WeeklyStep-by-step walkthrough and practice of each element of the five-step system.
“To ensure everything I am responsible for gets completed on time and to the right standard, I use an efficient five-step system for managing and prioritizing multiple time sensitive tasks.”
Demonstrate Flexibility and Adaptability
WeeklyReflect on the importance of adaptability and how to showcase this in an interview.
“Show you are a flexible and adaptable employee who is prepared to stay behind late after work to get everything completed if needed.”
Crafting Your Prioritization Response
Develop and refine your structured answer for the 'How do you prioritize?' interview question.
Develop Your Scripted Response
WeeklyWrite a compelling response to the interview question based on the five-step approach.
What You'll Accomplish
- Understand the importance of prioritization in the workplace.
- Learn a five-step system for effective task prioritization.
- Craft a compelling and confident answer to the interview question 'How do you prioritize your work?'
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in managing priorities.
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