QUESTION 8 OF 30

What do you like least about being an Air Traffic Controller?

"I prefer to focus on the positives but if I had to pick out a negative component, I would say that the stress level is quite high. With that said, I thrive in a role that has high-performance expectations."

"That is a loaded question! The thing that I dislike the most is also the component that drives and motivates me the most...the stress! Over the years as an ATC, I have come to balance the stress very well. It was certainly a juggling act at the beginning of my career."

The interviewer would like to know your least favorite aspect of being an air traffic controller. Every career has its downfalls. Discuss this openly with the hiring manager. Be sure to keep the discussion on a positive note.

"I really love nearly everything about being an air traffic controller. If I had to choose one downfall I would say that I would change the sporadic schedule. Some days I think it would be nice to have a regular 9-5 gig. However, that certainly isn't a deal breaker for me."

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