How to Answer: How well do you think you performed in this interview today?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Loma Linda University Dental School interview.
3. How well do you think you performed in this interview today?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
This question is a stress test! The interviewers want to know if you are happy with your performance in the interview. There is always room for improvement; however, you want to avoid picking your interview apart.
Written by Krista Wenz on September 24th, 2022
Focus Your Answer On
If you feel you could have performed better: 'I feel that I was well prepared for most of the questions you have asked me today; however, I would like to clarify my answer on one particular point....' Then, return to the question you may have stumbled on and answer how you would have liked to the first time.
If you feel the interview went well: 'Thank you for taking the time to meet with me today. I feel that I was well prepared for the questions you asked and am happy with my performance in this interview.' Then, you can ask the interviewers if there is anything you can clarify or elaborate on from the conversation.
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1st Answer Example
"Thank you for taking the time to meet with me today. I feel that I was well prepared for the questions you asked me, and I am happy with my performance in this interview. Can I ask if there is anything I can clarify for you or elaborate on from today's conversation?"
Written by Krista Wenz on September 24th, 2022
2nd Answer Example
"I appreciate you meeting with me today. I feel the interview went well, and I am happy with my performance. I was nervous before our meeting, but you all made me feel very comfortable, so thank you for that!"
Written by Krista Wenz on September 24th, 2022