Can you provide an example from medical school that highlights your teamwork abilities?
ExperienceTeamwork
Purpose
This question checks how well you work in a team. They want to see your communication style and how you contribute to team goals. Teamwork is key in residency!
Tips
- Use the STAR-L method: Situation, Task, Action, Result, Lessons Learned.
- Pick a story where you played a clear role and contributed to a positive outcome.
- Reflect on what you learned about teamwork from the experience.
Common mistakes
- Don't just say 'I can't think of an example.' Be prepared with a story.
- Avoid taking all the credit or blaming others. Show how you worked with the team.
- Don't skip the reflection part. Share what you learned from the experience.
Background
Use STAR-L to structure responses to questions about your experiences: -Situation: Briefly set the scene - where/when and what was going on? -Task: What was your specific role or challenge in that situation? -Action: What you did - focus on your steps, decisions, and contributions. -Result: Share the outcome - ideally positive or meaningful. -Lessons Learned: Reflect on what you took away and how you’ve grown.