How to Answer: How does your family feel about you becoming an optometrist? Do you have a great deal of support?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Optometry School job interview.
13. How does your family feel about you becoming an optometrist? Do you have a great deal of support?
How to Answer
The interviewers want to know that if you were accepted into their school that you would have the support required for your heavy and challenging work load.
Discuss a bit about your family such as anyone who lives near you or how your family expresses their excitement for your career. You can also mention anyone in your family who may have had a similar path in optometry.
Answer Example
"My family is incredibly proud of me for attending optometry school. My father is especially keen as he also graduated from this university. Both of my parents, as well as my older brother, live in the area so I will have a very strong and encouraging support system should I be accepted into your school."
Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback
Anonymous Answer
"My family is proud of my achievements and has supported me. When I described my interest in optometry, they are happy and very supportive."
Rachelle's Feedback
Wonderful! Open family support is very important :)
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Anonymous Answer
"My family is incredibly supportive and they have been with all the study endeavors I’ve undertaken. They are overwhelmingly proud of me and my achievements. I also have a very supportive partner who is excited to see me pursue optometry and is more than ready to step up and help when I need it."
Marcie's Feedback
Awesome! It's wonderful that you have so much support from both your family and your partner. Can you talk a bit more about how much this support has meant to you and how it enables you to pursue your dreams and goals?