Scene to read · Communication, Motivation
Carrying the invitation twice
You are a neighbor on the third floor who has been asked to pass on a dinner invitation.
In the third-floor hallway, Keir, a longtime resident, stands with you outside the door of Kazimir, who moved in last month. Kazimir already turned down the building's first-Friday dinner, politely and firmly. Keir asks you to bring the invitation up again.
The scene
Keir: Kazimir, everyone here eats together the first Friday. We'd love you there.
Kazimir: That's kind, Keir, and thank you. I'd still rather stay in.
Keir: People here keep asking until they hear yes. That's welcoming. Right, neighbor?
Kazimir: I'm grateful, truly. Honestly, would you ask again, or let it rest?
The two questions
- 1What would you say to Kazimir and Keir, and what would you do next?
- 2How do you decide when to keep offering someone an invitation and when to accept their no?
What raters look for
- Communication
- Listens first, speaks clearly and respectfully, and adapts the message to the listener.
- Motivation
- Shows genuine, sustained drive and a clear reason for choices, including when work is unglamorous.
Answer scenarios like this on the real timers
Answer both questions on the clock, and get each one scored 1–9 the way raters score. Your first set is free, no card.
Practice free
