How would you describe your impact on your current medical team?
ExperienceTeamwork
Purpose
This question checks how you work in a team, your communication style, and your contributions to team goals. Residency is all about teamwork, so they want to see how you fit in.
Tips
- Use the STAR-L method: Situation, Task, Action, Result, Lessons Learned.
- Share a specific story where you made a positive impact on your team.
- Highlight your communication skills and how you contributed to team success.
Common mistakes
- Don't just say 'I can't think of an example' – it shows lack of preparation.
- Avoid taking all the credit or blaming others – teamwork is key.
- 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.