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Describe a situation when you took the initiative to correct a problem or a mistake rather than waiting for someone else to do it?

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Describe a situation when you took the initiative to correct a problem or a mistake rather than waiting for someone else to do it?
Can you talk about an occasion when you stepped up to resolve a challenge or rectify an error that wasn't necessarily your responsibility?
Share an example of when you took the bull by the horns and took action to resolve a mistake or issue.
Can you give me a story about a time when you proactively addressed a problem that was outside your scope of work?
Tell me about a situation where you demonstrated leadership by fixing a problem instead of waiting for someone else to do it.
Could you recall an instance where you took it upon yourself to resolve a problem without being asked to do so?
Can you recount a moment when you identified and remedied an issue that could have gone unnoticed?
Give me an example of a time when you took the initiative to solve a problem on your own.
Could you describe a situation where you independently addressed a mistake or challenge and how you went about it?
Can you tell me about a scenario where you were proactive in fixing a problem before it became a bigger issue?
Can you share a story about when you solved a problem that wasn't yours to solve?

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