This question seeks to evaluate how serious or passionate you are about your career. The interviewer wants to know if you can talk the talk and walk the walk. It offers you the opportunity to show off your industry knowledge and how up-to-date you are.

Industries are rapidly changing and innovating. Abbott wants a proactive candidate who keeps up with industry changes and macro trends. Therefore, it's important to demonstrate yourself as a proactive worker rather than a reactive follower. Exhibit a growth mindset at all times. If you take advantage of learning through continuing education credits, seminars, conferences, journals, and any other means of staying educated in your line of work, advertise that. This could branch off into excellent conversation points with shared enthusiasm. Establishing a rapport with your interviewer translates to a likelihood of doing the same with the members of their team and is always a good selling point.

Abbott is looking for candidates with "A clear passion to learn." They believe that "Better information leads to better health." They also are looking for those who "Stay at the top of your game." Consider these points when forming your answer.