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When an interviewer asks, "What are your weaknesses?"

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[font=Arial][size=2]If the interviewer pursues this question beyond this type of short answer, do not be intimidated by attempts to probe into issues.  Fielding this question requires you to not let down your guard by confessing all your self perceived weaknesses, past incidents with former employers, or any other unpleasant information.  If you are uncomfortable with where this question takes your conversation, have a good escape clause ready to throw the conversation into a different direction.  To move on, you might say something like:[/size][/font]
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[font=Arial][size=2]After giving your answer, you may want to try smiling and asking the interviewer if they want to share their own greatest weaknesses that you need to know about.  By turning the question back to them for a response, you may find something you can work with to satisfy why they are asking you this question.  As a general rule, you should never be afraid to ask questions that will clarify the level of answer expected from you.  You may find that your thinking is on a completely different level than the person who is conducting the interview.  Asking your own clarifying questions can help you to gain control over the kind of responses you wish to pursue.  [/size][/font]
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When you are asked questions like these, it is always helpful for you to recognize who is asking the question.  If you are interviewing with a professional HR representative, their motive for asking you may be completely different than a supervisor or manager.  The human resources person may be simply testing your composure and gaining insights into your personality, while a supervisor or manager may have some specific work related incidents in mind.  A manager or supervisor may also ask you this question for the same reasons as the human resources representative, or even for as simple a reason as knowing this kind of question gets asked a lot by others.[/size][/font]
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v[:P/H,G1X&X [font=Arial][size=2]Interviews are a performance that is aimed at presenting a memorably good impression.  Handing over negative insights about your past and present attitudes will not benefit your objectives, whether you ultimately would like to accept an offer of employment, or move on to bigger and better opportunities.  You never need to lie about your personality or desires, but you also do not need to air your dirty laundry any more than the company is willing to share with you about their shortcomings.  [/size][/font]
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it's a great article! it is very useful for  job hunters! :)

ok,thanks,good answers,so far,i always directly tell them my weekness according to the facts,foolish,:lol