How to Answer

Campus tour guides serve as representatives of the student body. They lead by example and motivate future students by helping them get excited about attending a new school. Before you answer this question, take a moment to define what leadership means to you. Even if you have little experience guiding or facilitating teams, you have learned about leadership from managers, professors and other role models in your life. Leaders can be held accountable and they listen to the opinions of others. They are good decision-makers and they genuinely care about their team. They are proactive, anticipating problems and taking initiative. You might consider discussing your influence when you were on a sports team or participating in a social group, like a fraternity of sorority. If you started a club in high school or if you participated in the student council cabinet, those are great experiences to share as well!