← How to Answer the Most Common — And Difficult — Job Interview Questions

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By Janell Hazelwood | Published October 6, 2011 | Full size is 620 × 480 pixels

“What is your biggest weakness?”: No one likes answering this question! And it makes perfectly good sense why a job seeker wouldn’t want to say anything negative about themselves during an interview. However, hiring managers often ask this question because they want to hear about the real you, not just the dressed-up representative who is trying to get a job. Be honest, but not too honest. Pick a common flaw that many professionals battle with, i.e. taking on too many tasks at once, procrastinating, or preferring to work independently. Then end on a good note. “At times, I find that it’s difficult for me to delegate duties. But this is because I take pride in my work and like to make sure it’s completed in the best quality possible. I’m working on how to be more trusting and sharing responsibilities with my colleagues.”

“What is your biggest weakness?”: No one likes answering this question! And it makes perfectly…

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