We take pride in our excellent relationships with clients, vendors, coworkers, and patients at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Do you consider yourself to be a strong relationship builder?

"I have earned compliments on my relationship-building skills. I like to get to know people and ask them questions about themselves. Most people love to talk about themselves, and I find it's a great and simple way to start building rapport with others. I am a strong relationship builder and take pride in my 'people skills'. Rest assured, I would be a great ambassador of positive relationships for Vanderbilt University Medical Center."

Assure the interviewer that you would treat everyone at Vanderbilt University Medical Center with great respect and a positive attitude. Discuss the ways that you would build strong and healthy relationships if hired.

Here are some ways to build strong relationships in the workplace:

- Have strong follow-up habits
- Offer sincere conversation
- Get to know people on a personal level
- Be trustworthy
- Avoid gossip
- Offer mutual respect
- Be mindful of your actions
- Compliment others
- Be positive
- Be a strong listener

"Yes, I consider myself a strong relationship builder. I am outgoing and friendly and have always forged friendships and professional relationships very quickly. I love learning about people and their lives and have traveled to 13 countries on volunteer missions. I have friends all over the world, and I think that is a strong testament to my relationship-building skills."