City Manager Interview Question:

Explain me how do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?

Submitted by: Muhammad

Not only will you need to make difficult decisions, but as a manager, you will also have a lot of pressure on you to perform, as well as stressful situations to deal with. An interviewer will ask this question to understand how you cope with stressful situations and pressure.

In your answer, demonstrate how you can deal with pressure and stress in a positive way. Talk through some of the steps you take to help manage stress, such as deep breathing, getting organised with a to-do list or clearing your head with a quick walk. It's also important to explain any techniques you use to ensure stressful situations occur less frequently in the future. Don't forget to share an example too of when you have dealt with a stressful situation effectively in your most recent job.
Submitted by: Muhammad