Can you work under pressure?

Sir, I think 'working under pressure' defines the smart work of an individual. I feel 'pressure situations' are opportunities for me to work smarter and prove my potential.

I consistently work under pressure in my current position, and I feel like I have become a better worker because of it. Through my previous experiences, I will be able to react well to any situation that I come across in this position and be a true asset to the organization.

First, the hiring manager is trying to see if you understand the differences between pressure and stress. Pressure should be viewed as a positive motivator while stress is negative and harmful when it occurs too often. Next, the employer will want to hear about an example of a time you were under pressure and rose to the occasion to complete a task. This is a great question to bring up your past experiences.

Points to Emphasize.

Bringing up relevant skills and experiences is an excellent way to address this question so that the hiring manager does not think you are just answering "Yes" purely because you think that is the best answer.

Discuss a time when you were under pressure to finish something and succeeded.

Talk about how pressure makes you a better worker.

Relate your past experiences to what will be expected of you in this new position.

Recognize the fact that pressure is, in fact, a part of the job.

There is nothing wrong with feeling pressured, and some people actually thrive under it. Assure the interviewer that when things get tough, you will be able to handle it.

Mistakes You Should Avoid.

Although feeling pressured is not ideal, you still need to tackle it head-on and avoid falling into these common traps and mistakes when asked this question.

Don't say that there has never been a time where you felt pressure.

Don't confuse pressure with stress and talk about a time you were overly stressed out.

Avoid talking about a time where feeling pressured was a result of your own actions.

Don't portray pressure in a negative light.

It is okay to feel pressure every now and then, and a hiring manager will want to know that when a lot is being put on your plate, you will face it with enthusiasm.

Yes sir/madam, surely I will work under pressure. And through this you can judge my ability and my strength to face it.

I think pressure is something that is created by our own mind so if we stop doing that, one can work very easily.

Yes sir,

I can work under pressure but I won't let the situation create.

No sir.

I didn't create any situation to work under the pressure!

Yes, of-course. Life is full of pressures, whatever the pressure it might be. We can't strike to those pressures. We just have to overcome those pressures and move on.

Pressure need for those who just works for money but I love my job there is no need of pressure.

Yes sir/madam, surely I will work under pressure. And through this, you can judge my ability and my strength to face it.