Sharing my students responses to What are your weaknesses question that helped them to land their dream jobs. Welcome to "Career Insights," the podcast where we explore essential career advice and strategies to help you succeed in the workplace. I'm your host, Anthony and today we're diving into a common but tricky interview question: "What are your weaknesses?" This question can be daunting because it feels like you're being asked to highlight your flaws. However, it's actually an opportunity to showcase your self-awareness, honesty, and commitment to personal growth. Let's break down how to approach this question effectively. Understanding the Purpose First, it's important to understand why interviewers ask this question. They want to see if you: Have self-awareness: Can you identify areas where you need improvement? Are honest and transparent: Are you willing to acknowledge your imperfections? Are proactive about personal development: Do you take steps to address your weaknesses? Choosing the Right Weakness When selecting a weakness to discuss, consider the following: Relevance: Choose a weakness that is relevant but not critical to the job you're applying for. For example, if you're applying for a financial analyst position, you might not want to highlight a weakness in attention to detail. Authenticity: Be genuine. Interviewers can often tell if you're being insincere or giving a cliché answer. Short and Sweet Student's example answer that landed him the job of his dreams Example Answer 1. It was hard for me to give a public talk but I learned from each of my webinars , .... full answer at the end of the podcast.