Answering 'What are your weaknesses?'
Brandi Fowler
Experienced Fashion and Beauty Editor, Travel Expert, & On-Camera Talent
Hiring managers often ask "What are your weaknesses?" near the end of an interview. To answer effectively, first understand the question's intent. The interviewer is assessing your level of self-awareness, as well as company culture fit, career coach Rachel Wells writes in Forbes. "Being aware of your weaknesses indicates to hiring managers that you possess a growth mindset," Wells says. Think about a challenge you previously conquered or an area of improvement you recently addressed. Share the anecdote with the hiring manager, emphasizing the steps you took to turn the weakness into a strength. Also, be sure to mention your lessons learned from the experience.