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Question 5 of 35 for our Davita Mock Interview

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Question 5 of 35

Do you consider yourself a patient person? How do you increase your patience level in challenging situations?

"I do consider myself a patient person. I would rate myself an eight out of ten for patience because I have room to grow, but I have a very long fuse. If I need a boost of patience in a challenging situation, I take a step away, count to 10, and then return to the situation. I recently read a book, 'The Power of Patience' by M.J. Ryan, which also gave me some excellent new methods for coping with stress."

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  • 5. Do you consider yourself a patient person? How do you increase your patience level in challenging situations?

      How to Answer

      The interviewer would like to know if you consider yourself a patient individual. Impatience can cause a lot of stress and anxiety in coworkers, so it is essential to showcase your ability to remain patient and professional in workplace situations.

      Patience is indeed a virtue but can be challenging to maintain when it seems that situations continue to push your buttons. Show the interviewer that you possess the ability to keep your cool in challenging conditions.

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      1st Answer Example

      "I do consider myself a patient person. I would rate myself an eight out of ten for patience because I have room to grow, but I have a very long fuse. If I need a boost of patience in a challenging situation, I take a step away, count to 10, and then return to the situation. I recently read a book, 'The Power of Patience' by M.J. Ryan, which also gave me some excellent new methods for coping with stress."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      2nd Answer Example

      "I once worked with a group that could not quite get along, and it tested my patience a bit because it prevented us from staying on track and focusing on the goals. I went above and beyond in helping the group get along by scheduling lunches as a team and helping to mediate situations that needed it."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

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      Anonymous Answer

      "I consider myself a patient person. If I do have a situation where I am about to lose it, I walk off and count 1-10 and go back to the situation. After that it usually isn't as bad as it first was."

      Lauren's Feedback

      Good start; I helped reword your response. I want the interviewer to know that this is an effective tool you use while on the job. See my suggestion below.
      "Yes, I consider myself a patient person. When faced with challenging situations, I find it helpful to take a step away and count to 10. This brief moment of distance helps me reset, take a deep breath, and move forward. Over the years, I have found this to be a helpful and effective tool to de-escalate."
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