Tell me about the most important lesson you learned from your mentor.
ExperienceProfessional Growth
Purpose
This question checks if you're open to guidance and how mentorship has shaped you. It shows if you value others' wisdom and if you're likely to be receptive to mentorship during residency.
Tips
- Pick a specific lesson and share the story behind it.
- Explain why the lesson is valuable and how you apply it.
- Show appreciation for your mentor and demonstrate how you've internalized the lesson.
Common mistakes
- Don't say you can't recall any lessons; it shows a lack of reflection.
- Avoid taking all the credit or deflecting all blame in your story.
- Don't choose a trivial example; make sure it's significant and relevant.