Work Experience

• What has been your work experience like?
• What was most rewarding?
• What did you struggle with?
• What surprised you?
• How are you expecting to use your new skills and knowledge in your future?
• What is the learning you have observed, especially when the unexpected happened?

Example: My experience as a hostess in the restaurant industry has taught me how to stay cool under pressure. From managing waiting lists during peak hours to dealing with demanding customers, I know the balancing act of maintaining a positive environment while doing my job. Now I hope to use these skills in the education industry where I hope to teach high school students.

• How did you meet the goals that you set for yourself? 
• How were your expectations met with this work experience? 
• What surprised you? 
• What would you do differently if you had to work in this capacity again? 
• What is the learning you have observed?

Example: Through greeting people with a friendly smile every day, I achieved my goal of learning how to put my best self forward- no matter how difficult the day. Still, in the future, I would like to move on from the restaurant industry for a better work-life balance. Now I’m excited to use my customer service skills to become a family doctor.