Choose a specific instance where feedback led to a positive outcome, ideally one where you both gave and received feedback. Use the STAR method to structure your story, emphasizing the actions you took and the results achieved. Highlight how the feedback improved your work or relationships, and what you learned about giving/receiving feedback effectively.
Pro tip: Show that you actively seek feedback and can separate your ego from your work—this demonstrates a growth mindset and low ego, which is highly valued at OpenAI. Also, when giving feedback, focus on specific behaviors and their impact, not personal traits.
Briefly describe the situation and the project or task you were working on. Mention the people involved and why feedback was needed.
Clearly state what the feedback was, whether you gave or received it, and how it was communicated. Be specific about the behavior or issue.
Detail what you did in response: how you listened, asked questions, and took concrete steps to implement the feedback or help the other person improve.
Describe the positive results that followed, such as improved code quality, better team collaboration, or personal growth.
Summarize what you learned about giving or receiving feedback and how it has influenced your approach since then.
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