If Vanderbilt University Medical Center hired you today, what would you accomplish first?

"When we spoke earlier, you mentioned that you urgently sought to improve the level of patient care and compassion at this facility. I want to offer my skills when it comes to building patient rapport and helping to improve the satisfaction of everyone that uses the services of Vanderbilt University Medical Center. I plan to make a positive impact very quickly."

"If hired today, I would commit to diving into every resource provided to me, speeding up the learning curve typical of a new hire who is also new to their career. I will soak in every learning opportunity that comes my way so that I can be a self-sufficient member of your healthcare team within the first 30 days."

When you start a new position, it is essential to be clear on how you will make a positive impact after being hired. This question is a delicate one, and you need to show respect for the onboarding process, then give a moderately ambitious project that you could execute. This concept is often called your 'value proposition' in marketing. 'Hire me because I'll do X.'

Remember, this is your campaign promise. If hired, it will likely be your first target to hit; depending on the environment, it could make or break you. The best approach is to give a functional analysis of the employers' needs and your skills. Tell the interviewer your impact goal, should you be the successful candidate. Be sure to refer to the company's immediate needs, such as increasing budgets, or improving patient care, for instance.

Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.