"I currently work in a very fast-paced setting and find that I thrive in this environment. I find that keeping myself organized week to week and having a solid understanding of my tasks and priorities helps reduce stress levels. I take proactive steps to manage stress in the workplace. I set realistic expectations for myself and am not afraid to ask for help when needed. I also make sure I take my meal breaks each day to maintain my energy and give myself a little mental health break before diving back into my responsibilities. I also keep a positive attitude because I've found that if I'm negative or allow negativity around me, I'm not able to handle stress as well. I'm pretty level-headed, and it takes a lot to upset my balance, so I'm confident I would be successful in another fast-paced environment."

"Though I don't have formal work experience, I have been a full-time student and did part-time volunteer work at that time. As a new student, I didn't possess strong time-management skills, so it was very stressful trying to manage all my classes and assignments and prep for exams while also fulfilling my volunteer duties. I found that planning my weeks and my responsibilities, assignments, and deadlines helped me to get better organized. This also allowed me to break down large projects into manageable tasks. College was a great learning experience and I learned how to adapt and overcome stressful situations."