What sets you apart from other Veterinarian candidates? What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

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The interviewer wants to determine what makes you a good candidate for the role you are interviewing for. They are looking to hear about any special qualifications or skills you possess that the company can benefit from.

Think about what makes you the ideal candidate for the role that you are interviewing for. Talk about what you can bring to the position that would be beneficial to the team that you would be working with. If you hold any certifications or experience that pertain to the role, this is the time to discuss that.

"I am very compassionate and patient, and I have a very well-rounded background in animal care. I have worked with both family pets and farm animals. My experience with both gives me an advantage in quickly diagnosing and caring for a broad range of animals."

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"I have been intrigued and passionate about this job since I was a kid and this made me push my limits throughout my academic years in order to achieve my dream. I am very attentive and ambitious, not afraid to be wrong or to learn from my mistakes, all of these aspects motivate me to reach the best version of the veterinarian I aspire to be. I am very inventive in critical situations and I tend to find solutions in the shortest time. I'm really excited about this opportunity to be a part of your team where I can utilize my skills to continue the development of the exceptional work you're performing here. I'm comfortable adjusting to any situation or challenge that might occur during a regular day at the clinic. I don't get flustered easily when something unexpected comes up."

Stephanie's Feedback

You share a lot of positive attributes here. It is clear that you're passionate about the veterinary profession and adaptable to a variety of work environments. While this response shows a great deal of ambition and enthusiasm, it lacks specific examples to set you apart from other interviewees. Saying you're attentive and ambitious is a great start, but can you share a specific example or two that will help o distinguish you from other candidates? I'd like you to imagine that your interviewer has a full day of meeting veterinary candidates and your interview is at the beginning of the day. What will leave your interviewer remembering you when the day is over? Adding a few specific examples from your life will be very helpful in setting yourself apart from the crowd.