What or who has been one of your biggest inspirations in life?

Prepare your answer to this question before the interview. You don't want to be put on the spot and fumble your words or give an answer that doesn't seem convincing. Whether your biggest inspiration in life is a movie, a line from a book, a friend or relative, or an experience you had in your youth, be prepared to discuss it in a meaningful, yet concise way.

"My biggest inspiration in life is my friend Troy. He was involved in an accident when we were juniors in high school, and he became paralyzed from the waist down. Everyone I knew was devastated. But Troy held his head high, worked really hard to adapt to a new lifestyle, and smiled more than anyone else I knew. Today, he's a teacher in a low-income neighborhood. I'm not only proud of him, but he's inspired me to push through the obstacles I've encountered, realizing that having a positive attitude is my decision and that it's always possible to adapt to the unexpected."