RTI International Mock Interview
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Question 19 of 29
Who would you say inspires you?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Your life's inspiration can come from a book, a mentor, your family, a celebrity, author - literally anyone! Talk to the interviewer about who has inspired your life and why.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"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 she did, as much as I can."
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"My previous manager was a huge inspiration to me. Her passion for this industry was motivating and put the fire in me to climb the ladder in my career."
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I would say my grandfather inspired me. Since I had the opportunity to live with my grandparents and mom, I got to see my grandfather's work ethic at a young age. The way he always strived for more, while having a family as well. He always pushed me to be better and I wouldn't be where I am if it wasn't for him. I wish more than anything I could tell him about all the accomplishments that I have including getting an interview with your company.
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When answering this open-ended interview question, there are no wrong responses. However, your answer will stand out and resonate more with the interviewer if you go into detail and ideally, tailor your answer to the traits required in the position you are discussing. Consider talking about the skills or traits you saw in your grandfather that would be valuable in the position you're applying to and how you interacted with your grandfather in ways that passed those on to you.
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