James Rosindell [CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creative
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Much like the Patronus from Harry Potter, we all have an animal we associate with our inner self. Picking a cat means you work well independently. A dog is intelligent, friendly, and loyal. Some people go with a horse to show they are hard workers. And others pick an ant because they work well as part of a team.
We are currently conducting interviews for our seasonal education staff. My favorite question during interviews is “Which animal best describes you?” It always tends to be a question that stumps people. Most people really must give it some thought, though there are some who know their animal right away. I love this question because it can give us insight into how people perceive themselves. I used this question when I worked for another park district, interviewing candidates for a camp counselor position. One interview was going horribly. This person answered the phone during the interview, and I already knew this candidate would not be getting the job. Then I asked my favorite question, “Which animal best describes you?” and the answer was: “Oh I don’t know, something nocturnal and predatory.” That was the wrong answer for a camp counselor position.
Jim G from Silicon Valley, CA, USA [CC BY 2.0 (https://creative
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Now it’s your turn, click here to go to our Facebook page, find the picture of the Leafy Sea Dragon, and tell us which animal best describes you!