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Ace the "What's Your Greatest Weaknesses" question in your next interview.

Martin Krause on May 16, 2023

As a job seeker, interviews can be daunting, and one of the most challenging questions to answer is "What's your greatest weakness?" It's a tricky ...
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Rachel Fazio •

It's also important to be honest and authentic when answering this question. Don't try to present a weakness that is actually a strength, as this will likely come across as insecure. Instead, choose a genuine weakness and show that you are actively taking steps to improve.

YES! I was always told to present a weakness that was actually a strength, and did not know until a couple of years ago that this was bad practice, great tip.