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Back to EpisodesElevate Reg-Level Stories to Consultant Superstar Status – Without Faking It
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In this episode of the Ace Your Consultant Interview podcast, hosts Tessa and Becky dive into real-world strategies for final-year trainees and new consultants prepping for interviews. They unpack a student's burning question: "My examples feel too registrar-level – how do I amp them up to consultant caliber without fabricating?" Discover how to spotlight system-wide impacts, committee advocacy, and cross-departmental wins from your reg days to showcase senior thinking.
They dissect a "golden example" of colleague conflict – a gynae reg refusing an ED referral for pyelonephritis in pregnancy, turning tension into a relatable resolution story (with tips to avoid sounding grumpy). Tackle the tricky "gaps in your training" question by framing minor, fixable weaknesses (like governance skills) and proactive steps you've taken. Plus, transform everyday teaching gigs into killer USPs by breaking down curriculum mapping, speaker wrangling, evaluations, and overcoming attendance hurdles – ditching vague "local/regional/national" boasts for vivid, panel-impressing details.
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