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The answer that you really should not give in a job interview
We all know how to tell without a problem about our strengths, but what do we do when the interviewer asks "What are your weaknesses?"
And how do you provide an answer that will also show him that we understand that we are not perfect and also prove that we work to get better and can turn disadvantage into advantage - Manpower's experts with the tips
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Tuesday, 22 December 2020, 13:41
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What are your strengths?
It is easy.
Apparently if asked of us, we will all find some good ways to praise and glorify ourselves, to tell what we are particularly cannon fodder for and how we can express these things when we get a new job.
But what are your weaknesses?
This is already a more complicated question.
Apparently anyone who goes to a job interview is likely to encounter this question.
At some point in the interview, he will be asked to answer the least comfortable question and explain to the interviewer what he is not good at.
It is important to be prepared for this question, because it is a moment where you can show the interviewer that you are serious and know what you are talking about, or alternatively fail you in an interview if the answer is not appropriate enough.
How do you do it right?
Manpower experts have the answers.
Ultimately, the question of weaknesses is designed to allow the interviewer to check your level of self-awareness.
He wants to find out if you will be able to do two things: both admit that you are not perfect, and also explain how you take your weaknesses, work to improve them and use that work to create a positive situation.
Therefore, you must be real.
Do not just take a positive trait and present it as your negative side and do not be corny.
"Perfectionist" is not the answer your interviewer wants to hear, but just a way to avoid giving a factual answer.
On the other hand of course, do not overdo it with your weaknesses and do not say anything that might cause the interviewer to "delete" you.
The goal is to be somewhere in the middle.
The way to get to this middle is to think of a problematic trait or habit that you want to improve.
Get ready for the job interview: Know what trait or habit you want to present when asked about the topic and no less important, prepare an answer in advance, including a personal example, for the way you are trying to change this disadvantage and turn it into an advantage.
We all have flaws, this is not a shame and should be made aware of.
If you know how to present the disadvantage alongside its positive aspect, the interviewer will understand that you provide sharp and relevant answers.
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