Why Your Mistake Example Can Make or Break Your NHS Consultant Interview
Tessa Davis and Becky Platt decode the trickiest NHS consultant interview questions - from metrics and KPIs to mistake stories and leadership challenges.You’ll learn:What metrics and KPIs matter - and how to find them, fastHow to pick interview-safe examples for “Tell me about a mistake” (and which ones to avoid)The anatomy of a good answer to change management questions, with real examples from audit and QI projectsWhy pre-interview meetings are your best opportunity for insight - and how to make them countWhether you feel underprepared or just want to sharpen your answers, this episode is packed with concise advice you can use immediately for your interview prep.Sign up for our free 5-day email course to give you a Crash Course To Ace Your Consultant Interview.
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How to Prepare for Your NHS Consultant Interview Without Memorising 152 Pages of a CQC Report
In this first episode of the Ace Your Consultant Interview podcast, Tessa Davis and Becky Platt tackle the core challenges facing final-year trainees and locum consultants getting interview-ready.They cover:CQC reports – what you actually need to focus on for interview, and what’s safe to ignore‘Tell me about a mistake’ – how to choose an example that’s relatable, human, and safe but still powerfulAudit questions – how to structure your answers and use data to stand out as a strong candidatePre-interview emails – how to approach panel members before interview day without overthinking itThis episode is all about cutting through overwhelm and getting clarity on the building blocks of good preparation.Sign up for our free 5-day email course to give you a Crash Course To Ace Your Consultant Interview.
Welcome to Ace Your NHS Consultant Interview - the podcast for doctors who want to take the stress and guesswork out of their NHS consultant interview prep.
We know how overwhelming it can feel to prep for your consultant interviews when you’re already stretched thin.
Each episode, we’ll break down what actually works - no fluff, no endless reading, just practical steps you can fit into a hectic week. You’ll hear honest advice, real stories, and the frameworks we use with our own students inside the Academy to help you show up confident, prepped, and ready to secure the job you want.
If you’re a final year trainee or locum consultant and you want to prepare, not panic, you’re in the right place.
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