Temple University School of Dentistry Mock Interview
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Question 21 of 40
How do you react when you receive negative feedback or criticism on your work?
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Your interviewers want to see that you are confident and mature enough to accept feedback and criticism positively, even when it is unsolicited. They're curious if you apply what you learned from that feedback and whether you perceive it as an opportunity to grow. That includes how well you respond to the feedback delivered. Bonus points if you are proactive and seek feedback rather than waiting for others to come to you.
When the feedback you received was not delivered in a friendly or easy-to-absorb manner, whether hurtful or surprising, share with them how you reacted productively. Objectify the situation and not the individual who offered the feedback in your example. That will attest to your emotional maturity. Present yourself as calm and professional, striving to improve, learn, and grow.
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.
"Last year, I received a low grade on a chemistry project. When I approached my professor about the low grade, he said, 'You can do better. I expected more from you.' I was taken aback at first, but once I had time to absorb what was said, I realized that he expected more from me because he had high expectations of what I could do. It was a compliment and a challenge rolled into one! I re-did the assignment with more passion the second time around. My grade improved significantly, and I thanked that professor for holding me to a higher standard."
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