South University Physician Assistant Mock Interview
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Question 16 of 35
What are you reading right now?
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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 ask this question to see if you feed your mind regularly. They would like to see what kind of literature you prefer and why. Talk to the interviewers about a book that you are currently reading. If you are not currently reading a book - talk about one that has impacted you the most.
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 am reading 'Ego is the Enemy' by Ryan Holiday. It is a book about ambition, resilience, and success. I feel that everyone should read it - it comes highly recommended."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Even though it is not a wrong answer to say that you are reading a true-crime or romance novel, the interviewers will be more impressed if you say you are reading a medical book or a self-improvement book. The self-improvement book could be about strengthening your leadership skills, overcoming procrastination, or learning a new language.
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