John's response indicates an understanding of the importance of adhering to company rules and coding standards when solving problems. However, his answer lacks a specific example of an unconventional approach to problem-solving. To improve, John could provide a detailed account of a unique problem he encountered and describe the creative or non-traditional strategy he employed to address it. Additionally, discussing the results of this approach, such as the impact on the project or product, would align his response more closely with the benchmark response and demonstrate his ability to think unconventionally.