Transitional Year Residency Mock Interview
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Who is your greatest supporter?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Going through a residency can be challenging for some. The interviewers ask this question to see that you have a support system when things become difficult. How you respond also shows the interviewers how you connect with others. Describe your greatest supporter and how they have supported you.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"My greatest supporter is my mother. She supported me as a single mom growing up, and she continues to support my decisions. She was very excited when I told her I wanted to go to medical school, and even more so now that I am pursuing my transitional year residency. She calls or texts me daily to see how I am doing and always asks about interesting cases I have seen. If I am having a particularly stressful day, she is always there to listen and offer advice."
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