Job interview question and answer Whats your biggest weakness

Job interview question and answer Whats your biggest weakness Job Interview Question And Answer Whats Your Biggest Weakness?Posted October 13, 2011, by Josie Chun One of the most dreaded of all interview questions is the greatest weakness minefield. Many recruiters are, in fact, moving away from using a question that has become over-used and predictable, yet it is still one you have to prepare for. But how do you answer it without casting yourself in a negative light, while still sounding honest and self-aware? Is it possible to provide an answer that doesnt sound like a rehearsed spiel or clich? Be positive Answering this question successfully is all about presenting yourself including your weaknesses in the most positive light, according to Steve Gunther, a consultant with boutique recruitment firm 2discover. But this is not an exercise in spin-doctoring and obfuscation. This is your chance to demonstrate your honesty, self-awareness, and willingness to learn and improve. While i dentifying a weakness or deficiency, emphasise that you are aware of the problem and actively working to improve. Answer with enthusiasm and positivity, and show your prospective employer what a great attitude you have. For example, if you say that you sometimes have a tendency to procrastinate, be sure to emphasise that you are aware of the problem and have become an ardent planner and list-maker to keep yourself on schedule. Stress how much satisfaction you get from crossing things off your to-do list and getting things done on time, and how happy you are about the improvements youve made. Its all about perception Remember, the same negative trait can be turned into a positive depending on how you present it. If you have a tendency to be overly meticulous and therefore sometimes take too long to complete tasks, you can highlight the fact that you like to see things done to the highest standard though you are getting better at letting things go and working more quickly now. (Havin g said that, avoid the transparent Im a perfectionist humblebrag of an answer it comes across as immature at best, and disingenuous at worst.) If you tend to be a little quiet and reserved at work, and are sometimes perceived as aloof, you can say that you are a little shy but once people get to know you, they soon see that you are loyal, discreet and a good listener. Use examples 2discovers Steve Gunther asserts the importance of using concrete examples from your past as illustration. Instead of speaking in loose generalities and hypotheticals, talk about your experiences and show how you have improved on your weaknesses in