How to prepare for interviews

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I've already read Goro's guide to interviewing & some of the sources linked to it, but I was wondering what other resources or online tools or anything else people have used to prepare for their interviews?!

How often do you practice before the interview?
 
I've already read Goro's guide to interviewing & some of the sources linked to it, but I was wondering what other resources or online tools or anything else people have used to prepare for their interviews?!

How often do you practice before the interview?
Your school should have some sort of career services where you can request a mock interview. I had one this morning and it was pretty good. Some of their advice was solid, but some best left in the room (they told me that every single answer, even tell me about yourself, should be related back to medicine). But it mostly helped me to practice articulating my thoughts out loud and to someone I didn't know. Found a few places to work in as well so I'd say that's a good place to start!
 
Definitely research the school in advance to understand its mission and what makes it unique. Look over your application and reflect on your grades, experiences, personal statement, etc. Then relate all your knowledge of the school to your experiences and abilities to show that you're a good fit and to ask more specific questions at the end.

I'd also suggest just practicing the more common questions that will be asked.
 
Your school should have some sort of career services where you can request a mock interview. I had one this morning and it was pretty good. Some of their advice was solid, but some best left in the room (they told me that every single answer, even tell me about yourself, should be related back to medicine). But it mostly helped me to practice articulating my thoughts out loud and to someone I didn't know. Found a few places to work in as well so I'd say that's a good place to start!

good option for current undergrad students, but I'm a nontrad and have been out of undergrad for some time now. 🙂 🙂

I like to record myself answering questions and then critique it. Be honest with yourself.

Good idea. I'll try recording as well.

Definitely research the school in advance to understand its mission and what makes it unique. Look over your application and reflect on your grades, experiences, personal statement, etc. Then relate all your knowledge of the school to your experiences and abilities to show that you're a good fit and to ask more specific questions at the end.

I'd also suggest just practicing the more common questions that will be asked.

Yeah, the common questions, but I feel like for MMI they ask different types of stuff?
 
Obviously know how to answer the staple questions first and foremost. I'd also recommend writing down a list of ECs, experiences, responses to certain questions, and figure out how you want to tie those into your interview. I'd consider it like themes that represent who you are as a student.
 
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