Influence Decisions Without Direct Authority: Strategies and Outcomes
Overview
This question evaluates a candidate's competency in influencing without formal authority, focusing on stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution within cross-functional teams.
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Jul 12, 2025, 6:59 PM
Data Scientist
Technical Screen
Behavioral & Leadership
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Behavioral & Leadership: Influencing Without Authority
Scenario
Cross-functional business interview with product and engineering stakeholders for a Data Scientist role during a technical/phone screen.
Question
Tell me about a time you influenced decisions without direct authority. How did you build alignment, and what was the outcome?
Hints
- Use the STAR framework (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
- Highlight conflict resolution and measurable impact
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