August 5th, 2008
Strengths vs. Weakness
This is an excellent topic. As a recruiter, my income is somewhat based on my candidate’s ability to review their strengths and weakness. If they are able to provide a thoughtful and compelling analysis regarding, they should be able to master the rest of the interview.
There is a lot written on this topic and I would like to hear some insight from anyone who has provided any answer, or asked the question, regarding strengths and weakness. As follows is a couple of links to help you relate to this topic, strengths vs weakness Another link is, Tell Me Your Weakness
This post still receives daily visits so there continues to be interest. the link from Dublin is outstanding and I hope you review.
August 5th, 2008 at 3:06 pm
what kind of an answer are you supposed to give in an interview where they ask you what your weaknesses are? i was taught that its a good idea to tell them a weakness u had in the past and how u overcame it.
-Jack
August 5th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
if i search a candidate it is important for me that he fits to the cultur of - and then strengths.
August 5th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
I just wanted to say that know one’s weakness and strengthens is one of the first steps in forming joint ventures and strategic alliances.
Clarence Coggins
Crown Prince of Web 2.0
August 6th, 2008 at 4:12 pm
Computor backup, Thanks for stopping by. You are right, to be able to talk about overcoming a weakness is a good way to handle this question. I think to not have a weakness or not be aware of any could be as bad as having a long list.
August 6th, 2008 at 4:13 pm
Linsen, thanks for your comment, it is an excellent point, there are many factors of consideration.
August 6th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
Clarence, thanks for the comment. A big part of due dilgence is what you spoke to. A synergy of cost savings or revenue gain need to be evaluated.
August 11th, 2008 at 1:22 am
YES this questions is always hard to answer especially in an interview, I just hate them, they are nerve racking to me. I agree though, show your weakness, but explain how you overcame it.
August 11th, 2008 at 6:14 pm
Lisa, thanks, you are right on!
August 14th, 2008 at 4:31 pm
“Pain is weakness leaving the body.”
August 14th, 2008 at 6:13 pm
Jamie, well put