Perseverance (explanation: you work very hard to reach goals even when things get tough. It just shows that you don't give up easily). :For instance, during my last summer job I worked under daily sales targets, and so when afternoon came and I hadn’t reached my daily sales yet, I wouldn't feel defeated and go home, instead I worked over time, kept up my spirit and made more sales. Ability to take initiative (explanation: you are highly driven and want to constantly learn and contribute). : I volunteered as course rep for my course, and this was because I know I am highly driven and I constantly want to learn and contribute, Strong sense of responsibility (explanation: you value producing high quality work and understand the importance of meeting deadlines).