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What does the phrase "We had team consensus on the approach" subtly signal to the interviewer?

medium📡 Signal Interpretation Q8 of Q15
Google Googleyness - Collaboration and Influence Without Authority
What does the phrase "We had team consensus on the approach" subtly signal to the interviewer?
AStrong individual leadership
BEffective collaboration and alignment
CPassive group decision hiding individual influence
DClear ownership of decision
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Note use of 'we' and consensus -> Passive group decision hiding individual influence
  2. Step 2: Recognize subtle disqualifier -> individual influence unclear, passive voice.
Quick Trick: "We consensus" hides who led
Trap Explanation:
PITFALL
  • Team consensus sounds positive but may mask lack of individual influence or leadership.
Concept tested:
CONCEPT
  • Collaboration and Influence Without Authority -- subtle passive voice hides individual role
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