TRAPS:  This is another question that pits two values, in this case loyalty and honesty,  against one another.

BEST ANSWER:  Remember the  rule stated earlier:  In any conflict between values,  always choose integrity.

Example:  I  believe that when evaluating anything, it's important to emphasize the positive. What do I like about this idea?"

"Then, if you have reservations, I certainly want to point them out, as specifically, objectively and factually as I can. "

"After all, the most important thing I owe my boss is honesty.  If he can't count on me for that, then everything else I may do or say could be questionable in his eyes." Not sure about that one.

"Of course, if he overrules me and says, 'no, let's do it my way,' then I owe  him my full and enthusiastic support to make it work as best it can."

This another question that pits two values against one another, in this case loyalty against integrity.

BEST ANSWER:  Try to avoid choosing between two values, giving a positive statement which covers all bases instead.

Example:  "I would never do anything to hurt the company.."

If aggressively pressed to choose between two competing values,  always choose personal integrity.  It is the most prized of all values.

Skillfull interviewers sometimes make it almost irresistible to open up and air a little dirty laundry from your previous position.  DON'T

BEST ANSWER:  Remember the rule:  Never be negative.  Stress only the good points, no matter how charmingly you're invited to be critical.

Your interviewer doesn't care a whit about your previous boss.  He wants to find out how loyal and positive you are, and whether you'll criticize him behind his back if pressed to do so by someone in this own company.  This question is your opportunity to demonstrate your loyalty to those you work with.