Skim Posted June 12, 2011 Report Share Posted June 12, 2011 If this question was one of the stations, how would you answer this question? Does it look better to say you prepared a lot over the past few weeks or is it better to make it seem like you are a natural? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehumanmacbook Posted June 12, 2011 Report Share Posted June 12, 2011 You can really do either way....there is no "better answer". There is nothing wrong with dedicating extensive time for preparation, but there's is no need to be ashamed that your cumulative experiences have allowed you to answer it in a more "fluent" manner. Either response requires that you do communicate honestly and openly about your preparation and the important detail about how much you want to be in med school (or whatever professional program...MMI's used for PA as well), but at the end of the day whether or not your response was "adequate" is...I think left to the interviewer, word choice, expressivity, ability to look at both sides of the problem, whatever else they look for in an MMI. Or you can try to be funny by saying "well you only gave me 2 minutes to read what's outside the door...so two minutes ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skim Posted June 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2011 Lol, you're good Thanks for the quick response Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasticookies Posted June 17, 2011 Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 Either way works, but I don't think it would be a good strategy to say that you are just a natural and didn't prep at all. It would probably be fine to say that you're usually good at interviews because it shows that you understand your own strengths, but you would obviously need to show that you actively try to improve yourself and mention some weaknesses that you worked on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted June 19, 2011 Report Share Posted June 19, 2011 I'd say I prepped (ie the truth) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lactic Folly Posted June 19, 2011 Report Share Posted June 19, 2011 All of my life experiences have helped prepare me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatonekid Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 wait sorry,so they ask if you prepared for the interview or not? =S This is a hypothetical thread. They may or may not ask you if you prepped for the interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrogirl Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 The whole point of the MMI is to see you how you think about things and how you communicate, so if I were asked that question, I would just tell them how long I prepared and what I did to prepare, and explain why I chose to prepare the way I did. If you didn't prepare at all, say that and say why. If you spent 6 months preparing and doing practice interviews with a group of people, say that and say why you thought that would work for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funnyboy6 Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 Either way works, but I don't think it would be a good strategy to say that you are just a natural and didn't prep at all. It would probably be fine to say that you're usually good at interviews because it shows that you understand your own strengths, but you would obviously need to show that you actively try to improve yourself and mention some weaknesses that you worked on. I highly doubt that they'll buy the notion that you didn't prep, especially if you did. I think it would be better to be honest....after all, doctors need to prepare for various aspects of their job ahead of time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vdincale Posted June 24, 2011 Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 Just look them dead in the face and say " I was born ready" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehumanmacbook Posted June 24, 2011 Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 Just look them dead in the face and say " I was born ready" Automatic acceptance. Don't forget to tilt the head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vdincale Posted June 24, 2011 Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 Automatic acceptance. Don't forget to tilt the head. lol I almost forgot, this line only works if you wear scrubs the interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larrivee Posted June 24, 2011 Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 As with all other mmi questions: be honest. The fact that you are asking how to answer a questions which only requires you to tell the truth is a little concerning. It's not better or worse to spend more or less time preparing. It is better to look them in the eyes and tell them what you did using good communication skills combined with a friendly demeanor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 All of my life experiences have helped prepare me. This is absolutely correct. And for me would have been the complete and honest answer. Notwithstanding my Sticky Interview Prep Thread and the various resources I found way in advance, due to crcumstances beyond my control, I had no prep whatsoever, no practice sessions, etc and it did not make the slightest difference in the outcome. My life experiences prepared me for the MMI and as ontariostudent said in her numerous posts on her thread (an abbreviated version of which is to be found on my Sticky), treat it as "a fun experience" which it is, be natural and go with the flow communicating well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikki dale Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 This is absolutely correct. And for me would have been the complete and honest answer. Notwithstanding my Sticky Interview Prep Thread and the various resources I found way in advance, due to crcumstances beyond my control, I had no prep whatsoever, no practice sessions, etc and it did not make the slightest difference in the outcome. My life experiences prepared me for the MMI and as ontariostudent said in her numerous posts on her thread (an abbreviated version of which is to be found on my Sticky), treat it as "a fun experience" which it is, be natural and go with the flow communicating well. This is making me feel better about Casper (for which I think the same advice applies). I'm aware of some basic ethics and I think my general life will help me solve problems and write about myself...thinking about 'not being prepared' is giving me more stress :S When I prepare for the MMI though, it will be my confidence in speaking on the spot and not freezing rather than studying for content. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikki dale Posted October 19, 2011 Report Share Posted October 19, 2011 Just look them dead in the face and say " I was born ready" Dude, I always make jokes like this at interviews, then I laugh and give a serious answer. I win every single time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted December 1, 2011 Report Share Posted December 1, 2011 When I prepare for the MMI though, it will be my confidence in speaking on the spot and not freezing rather than studying for content. Going in with the attitude that it is a fun experience - which it is - is really helpful. This way, you are relaxed, prepared for anything and have a flexible attitude to go with the flow! Of course, your critical and ethical thinking, problem solving, communication skills and personality come into play. So, just be yourself and have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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