How would your colleagues describe your interpersonal skills?
Interpersonal skills are defined as 'the skills required to effectively communicate, interact, and work with individuals and groups.' With the current emphasis in the NHS promoting overall wellness, healthcare professionals should seek to improve their interpersonal skills to benefit their patients. This would ensure patients have more positive experiences, encouraging better patient outcomes and satisfaction. The interviewers want to hear how those closest to you (your colleagues) would describe how you interact with them and your patients to see if you would be a good fit for the NHS team.
"My colleagues would describe my interpersonal skills as above average. I have been complimented on my strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills and have been told I am naturally good with people. My colleagues would also attest that I can handle conflict professionally and maturely; I am an excellent leader, actively listen to my team and patients, and always bring a positive attitude to the workplace. I look forward to bringing these skills to the NHS workforce."
