What motivates you?
Personal Attributes
Purpose
This question helps interviewers understand what drives you and if your motivations align with the demands of a residency. They want to see if your passion and commitment are sustainable.
Tips
- Be authentic and personal. Share what genuinely drives you.
- Mention motivations that align with being a compassionate doctor, like patient care or love of learning.
- Use a short story or example to illustrate your motivation in action.
Common mistakes
- Avoid focusing on external motivators like prestige or money.
- Don't give a generic answer like 'I like to help people' without depth.
- Steer clear of sounding self-centered or overly ambitious without mentioning patient care.