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Michelle Krebs has over 15 years of experience interviewing and hiring candidates in the healthcare and medical device industries.
The interviewer wants to hear the passion in your voice when it comes to a time you worked hard and achieved a positive result. Let your excitement shine so they can see how you will do great things at Cedars-Sinai.

Michelle Krebs has over 15 years of experience interviewing and hiring candidates in the healthcare and medical device industries.
"I love taking on side projects when I can. Because of my passion for community work, I organized a clothing drive for 'Dress for Success,' a local initiative focused on helping women get back into the workplace. I took on planning, marketing, and volunteer recruitment. I picked members from other floors to be champions and generated a lot of buzz through promotional emails. We had a massive influx of donations, and the initiative's director was so pleased. This initiative brought our group together and greatly benefited those who needed proper work clothing as they re-entered the workforce."

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Focus on describing your most significant accomplishment as it relates to your career. The interviewer is not asking for a personal achievement but a professional one. Think of any awards you have been nominated for, promotions, or degrees you obtained to further your career.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"My greatest accomplishment in my career was receiving the National Distinguished Direct Patient Care Award. I was nominated for the award by my supervisor. It was such an honor to be recognized for the compassionate care I provide my patients and my leadership and mentorship skills."

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