Scene to read · Professionalism, Collaboration
The band's here at eight
You are one of two assistant engineers at a small recording studio.
Weeks ago you promised to give the toast at your best friend's rehearsal dinner tonight. In the control room, an hour before a paying band arrives for a late session, the other assistant, Geeta, who was due to run it, and Zhen, who manages the studio but cannot work the board, turn to you.
The scene
Geeta: My mom's at the clinic. I have to go. Can you take tonight's session?
Zhen: The band drove four hours. No engineer, and I lose them for good.
Geeta: I know, your toast is at eight. I hate asking.
Zhen: The band's here at eight. I need an answer now.
The two questions
- 1What would you say to Geeta and Zhen, and what would you do tonight?
- 2Tell us about a time you had to choose between a promise to someone close to you and a responsibility at work or school.
What raters look for
- Professionalism
- Is reliable, respects boundaries and confidentiality, and holds a consistent standard under pressure.
- Collaboration
- Works toward a shared goal, shares credit and load, and repairs friction inside a team.
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
