Work Strengths Test Question 42 – Restoring participation in tense meetings
Read the scenario and rate every action independently. More than one action can receive the same rating.
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Scenario
During weekly improvement meetings, one experienced analyst repeatedly challenges the proposed plan in a sharp tone. Some concerns are supported by evidence, but other team members have stopped contributing because discussions feel confrontational. The project lead wants the meetings to stay focused and has suggested limiting questions. You need to restore useful participation without silencing legitimate challenge.
Rate the actions
For each action, choose Counterproductive, Ineffective, Fairly Effective or Effective.
Action A
Invite everyone to submit written comments before the next meeting and circulate a combined list for discussion.
Rate this action:
CounterproductiveIneffectiveFairly EffectiveEffective
Action B
Ask the analyst to stop raising objections in group meetings and send any concerns to you afterwards.
Rate this action:
CounterproductiveIneffectiveFairly EffectiveEffective
Action C
Speak privately with the analyst to understand the concerns and impact, then structure the next meeting so everyone can contribute evidence against clear discussion rules.
Rate this action:
CounterproductiveIneffectiveFairly EffectiveEffective
Action D
Continue with the current meetings and redirect the discussion whenever the tone becomes difficult.
Rate this action:
CounterproductiveIneffectiveFairly EffectiveEffective
Click to reveal the answer
- Action A: Fairly Effective
- Action B: Counterproductive
- Action C: Effective
- Action D: Ineffective
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