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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.
The interviewers are looking for unique qualities and characteristics that make you stand out from the other students wishing to attend South University. Put yourself in their position. You are looking at multiple talented candidates. All have stellar grades, all have a drive, and all have the potential to be renowned South University alumni. Describe the primary reason to choose YOU over everyone else.

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 believe I am the strongest student for your physician assistant program because I am incredibly dedicated to my professional and personal development. Since beginning my Bachelor's degree, I have committed to taking a personal development workshop twice yearly. The topics have included communication, bedside manner, multi-tasking, organization, and even persuasive writing. I plan to take these skills and apply them to my graduate studies as well."

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
It is best to list the qualities that make you stand out from others. Then you can narrow down the list to highlight your best attributes. Here are some examples that make you a stand-out candidate:
- Recent volunteer work
- An existing connection to the faculty or facility
- A memorable and personal story of struggle and triumph
- An unusual skill such as speaking multiple languages or knowing sign language
- An additional degree, diploma, or certification
- Proof that you continually focus on personal and professional development

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