I shared a specific instance where I mentored a new team member during a high-stress project. I guided them through financial modeling and analysis in Excel, which was challenging for them.

The interviewer seemed engaged and even nodded at parts where I highlighted the importance of collaboration. However, I could see some skepticism regarding my lack of direct experience in a tech context, which led to a couple of probing questions about my adaptability and knowledge of industry tools.

My nerves kicked in a little, and I struggled to fully articulate how I would apply my mentoring skills in a more technical environment, but I did my best to connect my past experiences to potential tech applications.