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Question 31 of 40 for our Physician Assistant Mock Interview

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Question 31 of 40

What qualities does a great leader have? Which do you possess?

The interviewer would like to know that you understand the qualities that a great leader should possess. Highlight your ability to work with a team and actively communicate. If you had a great mentor or supervisor in your past, feel free to mention something specific about what you learned from them.

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  • 31. What qualities does a great leader have? Which do you possess?

      How to Answer

      The interviewer would like to know that you understand the qualities that a great leader should possess. Highlight your ability to work with a team and actively communicate. If you had a great mentor or supervisor in your past, feel free to mention something specific about what you learned from them.

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

      Entry Level Example

      "Great leaders have the ability to delegate, lead by example, and teach and mentor others. Great leaders understand what motivates their team and are willing to accept feedback and suggestions. I possess all of those qualities, which I learned from my mentor."

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

      Answer Example

      "I believe that being a great leader requires a balance between working collaboratively with your team members while also being a consistent individual contributor. For example, we have a department project where everyone must work together to reorganize the supply closet, and each team member has an assigned task. I must strategically plan the work for the team and communicate productively and professionally for everyone to understand the goal. I also took on a small part of the project myself, so they could see that I was committed to the outcome. I learned this from a mentor of mine when I was starting out as a PA."

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

      Experienced Example

      "First and foremost, a leader should be able to get the team excited about the short and long-term goals of the facility. A great leader should also be empathetic, responsible, and reliable. Among these skills, I also bring the ability to maintain a harmonious relationship with other physician assistants, nursing staff, and patients."

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

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      Anonymous Answer

      "In my opinion, a great leader is someone very passionate, patient, cooperative, and a great listener. Working throughout the different clinical settings, especially as a medical assistant, I have developed these skills. As a medication assistant, I am always working in a team and sharing ideas with PAs, NPs, MDs, nurses, social workers, and my medical assistant colleague. I work with people who speak different languages; It required a great deal of patiently listening and communicating with them. I am always collaborating with teams and finding a way to help each other to succeed."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Very nice answer! You are thorough and do a wonderful job highlighting the ways that you possess these qualities.
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