Paralegal Mock Interview
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What motivates you to take initiative at work?
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Nicole provides content and consulting for clients in the legal, real estate, insurance, and non-profit industries. She has over 10 years experience working in corporate and in 2018 she was certified by Gallup as a CliftonStrengths coach.
Each employee is motivated by different things. Some need encouragement, others need freedom in how the task is done, and others may be looking for a reward. The interviewer is looking for insight into your expectations and motivation.
Nicole provides content and consulting for clients in the legal, real estate, insurance, and non-profit industries. She has over 10 years experience working in corporate and in 2018 she was certified by Gallup as a CliftonStrengths coach.
Think about a successful task you completed and determine what it was that drove you to success. It may not be immediately obvious what motivates you so take the time to think through a few items in your past experience to see if there is a pattern of your drive.
Nicole provides content and consulting for clients in the legal, real estate, insurance, and non-profit industries. She has over 10 years experience working in corporate and in 2018 she was certified by Gallup as a CliftonStrengths coach.
"I am looking to make an impact on people's lives. It doesn't have to be a huge impact, but I want to know that when someone needed help, I was able to provide it. As a paralegal, I have the opportunity to help both the attorney and the client. Being able to spot what people need and help them achieve their goals motivates me to work harder."
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