Knowing yourself

Question 1

Leadership skills

Answer 1

As a Leisure Buddy with the City of Vaughan, I enhanced my leadership abilities by assisting people with special needs and creating a welcoming atmosphere. I oversaw food donation initiatives, streamlined operations, and enhanced teamwork using a common software platform in my role as Chabad’s Food Security Coordinator. These encounters improved my capacity for efficient teamwork, organization, and leadership.

Question 2

Adaptability

Answer 2

Entering the automotive industry initially, I quickly acquired new skills and applied them, demonstrating my ability to learn and excel in unfamiliar sectors.

Question 3

Quick learner

Answer 3

Transitioning into different industries, such as from customer service to data handling, showcases my adaptability. For instance, while assisting as an Academic Tutor, I customized lesson plans based on students’ individual needs, rapidly learning the best methods for each student’s success.

Question 4

I am driven by results

Answer 4

My volunteer work at Chabad, where I successfully organized food donations, is a testament to my results-driven approach. I constantly sought innovative solutions to improve our outreach and increase our efficiency in helping those in need.

Question 5

Interpersonal skills

Answer 5

I believe that strong communication and teamwork are at the heart of any successful venture. My experience liaising with customers and coworkers in various capacities, such as managing customer service operations at Longo’s or collaborating with peers at Wilfrid Laurier University, has allowed me to refine my interpersonal skills. I’ve learned that building relationships with peers, clients, and customers fosters an environment of collaboration that leads to better outcomes and enhances customer satisfaction