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James McMechan has over 30 years of management experience, primarily in the hospitality and auto industries. He has interviewed hundreds of applicants and trained effective and engaged employees.
The interviewer is asking this question to get to know more about you and what your passion is. Your life's inspiration can come from a book, a mentor, your family, a celebrity, an author - literally anyone! Think about what or who might inspire you to be the person you are. This is a wonderful opportunity to build rapport with the hiring manager.

James McMechan has over 30 years of management experience, primarily in the hospitality and auto industries. He has interviewed hundreds of applicants and trained effective and engaged employees.
"I find inspiration in a variety of people and things. I would have to say that the person who has most greatly inspired me has been my grandmother. She always had a smile on her face no matter how hard she worked, and she loved everyone. She was well respected and always gave more than she received. I try to live like her as much as I can."

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