How do you prioritise when you have many tasks and short deadlines?
Model answer
Explain a simple method: list everything, mark what is urgent and what is important, check deadlines and who is waiting on you, then start with the high-impact tasks. Communicate early if deadlines clash, and ask your manager which one comes first.
Example: "I write the day's tasks in the morning, number them, and update at lunch. If two urgent requests arrive, I tell both people when I can finish each, and ask my manager if priorities need to change." Mention tools you use, such as a to-do list or calendar.
Tips
- Show that you ask, not guess, when priorities clash.
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