What is a goal you have for self-improvement in the next year?

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Interviewer: What is a goal you have for self-improvement in the next year?

Kevin: I have two goals that I want to accomplish. My first goal is a personal goal. I would like to lose 10 pounds this year. My second goal is professional. I would like to obtain a management position and create a positive working environment that helps everyone on my staff succeed.

Interviewer: Those are two good goals. But how would you create a positive working environment?

Kevin: First, I need to lead by example. If I work hard and have a positive attitude, then the members on my staff will see that and they will do the same. Second, I need to create a team atmosphere where people feel comfortable talking with each other.

Interviewer: How would you make people more comfortable communicating with each other?

Kevin: I would do two things. First, I would have an open-door policy, so employees could come to me at any time to talk. And second, I would encourage all members to communicate with each other openly and honestly.

Interviewer: That is exactly the type of environment we try to create at our company.

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