Tell me about a time you had to reframe a problem to find a creative solution.

This question helps identify how well a candidate can shift their perspective to find innovative solutions, which is vital in roles where traditional methods may fall short. It also reveals insights into their critical thinking skills.

Describe a specific instance where you identified the core of a problem and changed your approach. For example, 'When a plumbing issue kept recurring, I reframed it as a systems design problem rather than just a repair job, leading to a comprehensive redesign that eliminated future issues.'