What feedback did you receive from your previous cycle, and what tangible changes have you made to strengthen your candidacy this time?
Personal AttributesResidency CV
Purpose
This question is for re-applicants to see how you've bounced back from not matching. Interviewers want to know if you learned from your experience and took real steps to improve.
Tips
- Be honest about not matching and show how you turned that disappointment into motivation.
- Share specific feedback you received and how you actively sought it out from mentors or advisors.
- Detail the concrete actions you took to address weaknesses, like improving your scores or gaining more experience.
Common mistakes
- Don't just say you didn't match without explaining what you learned from it.
- Avoid vague statements about your application; be specific about the feedback and your actions.
- Don't blame external factors for your previous outcome; take ownership and focus on your growth.