Description
Can you tell me about your strengths and weaknesses?
1. Self-awareness : Identifying one's own strengths and weaknesses requires self-reflection and understanding of one's capabilities.
2. Honesty : Truthfully articulating positives and negatives shows integrity and openness to feedback.
3. Self-improvement : Recognizing areas for growth demonstrates a commitment to personal development.
4. Critical thinking : Assessing oneself critically without bias is essential to answer this question effectively.
1. Assess candidate's self-awareness : Determining if you know your own areas of strength and improvement.
2. Evaluate honesty : Understanding if you can be transparent about your abilities and limitations.
3. Potential for growth : Judging whether you recognize and are willing to work on your weaknesses.
4. Cultural fit : Ensuring that your acknowledged qualities align with the company’s values.
1. Balance your answer : You should mention both positive and negative qualities without focusing too much on either.
2. Relate to the role : Link your strengths to the job requirements and discuss how you're addressing your weaknesses.
3. Choose real qualities : Select strengths and weaknesses that are substantial and avoid cliches or overly generic traits.