How to Answer the Tell Me About a Time You Had a Conflict With a Coworker

Interview Prep with Fexingo: Behavioral Questions, Case Studies, and Hiring Manager Insights · Jun 25, 2026 · 7m · transcript

Episode 74 of Interview Prep with Fexingo tackles the classic behavioral question: 'Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a coworker.' Lucas walks through a specific framework called the CANDID method—Context, Approach, Nuance, Decisions, Impact, Deliverables—using a real example from a marketing team that disagreed on campaign strategy. Luna pushes back on whether 'conflict' always has to be negative, and they discuss when to escalate vs. resolve one-on-one. They share tips on choosing the right example, framing your role honestly, and avoiding red-flag language…