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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The interviewer asks you to describe your communication skills because effective communication is crucial to any job. Communication skills are essential in building relationships, collaborating with team members, and achieving goals. It is necessary to articulate oneself clearly, listen actively, and convey ideas and information in a way that is easily understood by others. You will also be responsible for written communications when writing reports and communicating by email. By asking you to describe your communication skills, the interviewer is trying to assess your ability to communicate effectively in a professional setting.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"Regarding my professional communication skills, I would say that they are highly articulate and effective. I always strive to convey my ideas clearly and concisely, and I have a strong ability to connect with my audience. My tone is consistently professional yet approachable, which enables me to work well with others. I also have excellent written communication skills and always provide error-free reports and internal mail. In my opinion, my communication skills are a real asset to any professional setting."

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I feel I have great communication skills. Before this field, I was a business owner in the property and casualty field, and understand that communication is the key to understanding anything.

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Great start! Can you elaborate on a few critical communication skills like active listening, compassion, tone, and professionalism (a core value of Kaiser Permanente)? Doing so will showcase your skills and hit on keywords for which the interviewer is likely listening for in your response.
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