How will you balance being a leader and being a team player during residency?
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Purpose
This question checks if you understand when to lead and when to collaborate. Residency needs both skills, and interviewers want to see if you can navigate authority and teamwork effectively.
Tips
- Talk about being flexible and adapting to the situation.
- Share examples of when you led and when you supported others.
- Emphasize teamwork and patient care as your main goals.
Common mistakes
- Don't focus only on leadership or only on teamwork.
- Avoid sounding like you always want to be in charge.
- Don't be vague; explain how you'll balance both roles.