You can be a motivator and a confident communicator in any situation at work or school. Focus on giving an example of how you coached a coworker or classmate who had difficulty preparing for a big presentation or test. Maybe you gave them confidence in their strengths by encouraging them, or perhaps you offered some helpful hints.

You want to avoid saying you do not take on leadership roles or do not desire to lead others. One of the great qualities CVS is looking for in their pharmacy interns is the ability to lead others even when not in a leadership role. If you feel your leadership skills could use improvement, it is recommended to take a leadership course, watch videos on leadership, or read books on improving your leadership qualities.

"Yes, I do. I feel I'm always leading by example, with or without managerial authority. I always try to come in a bit early and stay a bit late, pitching in and going the extra mile whenever possible. I feel this makes you just a good teammate and human, setting you up for a strong career trajectory. That way, when the opportunity for a true leadership role presents itself, I have positioned myself to be top of mind for the promotion."