Look at responding the question this way. I recognized my weaknesses and began to see what I was experiencing and what could I do to make it a... strength.
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During interview preparation with my clients, we review the best wat to answer. Why is it essential to answer this question? The hiring manager is... probing to find out how you handle criticism, and it provides them glimpses of your self awareness. If you like to know more inbox or email me. more

No, unless it is an entry-level position or you have less than a few years of experience. Otherwise, you're likely not getting the job.

If you have... associate level experience (3-5 years generally), you are most likely applying for a position at a similar level with better pay and benefits or a position at a higher level. Surely, they could be asking questions related to you in the position, but, instead, they ask something generic like this.

IMHO generic questions indicate that the employer is no longer considering the applicant in the role (for whatever reason) and, consequently, isn't interested in discussing the candidate in that role (the interview is perfunctory to them at that point).
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I find that hiring officials appreciate hearing what you learned about yourself while overcoming/addressing the weakness. For example, my biggest... challenge was always task management in a busy work environment and being able to identify the priorities. I researched ways to strengthen my task management abilities by learning to use organization tools (i.e. Todoist and Microsoft To Do) and I practiced effective communication with my team to establish the priority long before getting lost on a project. Too easy ;) more

From what I understand they want an honest response, but of course that is subjective.
Answering questions like that can tip toe into violation of... NDAs with former employers when asked about specifics...which I always have a problem with. more

From what I understand they want an honest response, but of course that is subjective.
Answering questions like that can tip toe into violation of... NDAs with former employers when asked about specifics...which I always have a problem with. more

From what I understand they want an honest response, but of course that is subjective.
Answering questions like that can tip toe into violation of... NDAs with former employers when asked about specifics...which I always have a problem with. more

Tell them the doubt of others is your only true weakness and you would be unfathomably successful without it.

Yes, you should answer it. And not just because it’s expected, but because it’s an opportunity—if you handle it wisely.
Here’s why it’s worth... answering:
• It shows self-awareness. Employers looking for people who know themselves, can reflect honestly, and are willing to grow
• It’s a chance to show growth. The best answers aren’t just admissions—they’re stories. For example: “I used to struggle with delegating tasks because I felt responsible for everything. But I’ve learned that trusting others strengthens the team and improves outcomes.” That’s not just a weakness—it’s a lesson.
• It reframes vulnerability as strength. Being able to speak about your imperfections with clarity and confidence is a subtle yet powerful kind of strength.
So yes, answer it. But answer it like someone who’s lived and learned. That’s what interviewers are really listening for.
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I think when asking the question you ground the person your are interviewing into discovering if they agree they aren't perfect and what needs to be... worked on. I think it an important question to get some sense of who you are hiring. It can also help with expectations.  more

Yes, use this "threatening" question to highlight your "strength" of self introspection. #SWOT

Beautifully answered. I agree.

If you're in an interview & they ask that question (which many prospective employers do), it's not a matter of "if" it's worth answering... you're in... an interview so you really have no choice but to answer all legal questions that are asked of you. No one is perfect & employers know this, they just want to see how you express yourself or if you display any tell-tale signs that you're NOT the one. Bad answers are: "I'm always late", "I'm lazy", "I hate people", etc..." Good answers are: "I'm a bit of a perfectionist", "I'm sometimes overly sensitive so if I see others who need help, I can't say no", "I need to improve my work-life balance because I tend to take projects home". Hope these suggestions are helpful. Most of all, be true to yourself & follow-through on whatever you say in the interview because if you're not the same when you get the job, they can easily terminate you then you have a burned bridge. more