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Question 29 of 35
Tell me about a time when you took charge of a meeting. Was the outcome a positive one?
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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.
As you collaborate with key physician leaders in this role as a Medical Science Liaison, you will be expected to take charge and maybe even push back at times to help get your products in the field. Your interviewer would like to know that you have the confidence in speaking up, taking charge, and letting your mind be heard in the company of intimidating leaders.
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.
"During my Ph.D. training, I was the vice-president of our school's chapter of Society of Toxicology. During a member meeting, our president had to suddenly miss the meeting due to an emergency and I stepped in and took charge of the agenda that day. I am very comfortable in situations where I have to lead meetings. I always prepared for this situation in case I would have to lead the meeting and was certainly glad I did that day."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Think about a time when you had to step up and take charge of a meeting, no matter if it was a one-on-one meeting or a large group. This example could be a phone meeting, a lunch and learn, or an extensive client presentation. You should clearly describe the situation and discuss why it was important for you to step up and take charge. As you answer, make sure your interviewer walks away knowing that you are comfortable in your ability to speak up and take charge with the KOLs you will be working with within this role.
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