What is your Weakness? | Best Answer (from former CEO)

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

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[@johnsmith-qe2fd]

I always thought to flip this around into a strength but it never works...i never get the job. I think ill use your answer as i have 2 interviews tomorrow.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

I hope it worked out. You're not alone - most people have something like a 5% chance of getting a job they interview for, and a 0.5% chance of getting a job they apply for. It's a numbers game. Just keep applying/interviewing.

[@gonzalcala5]

Hi. I am loving your interview videos and I like your responses. However, I have not seen a common question I get. What should you answer to questions regarding marital status and children? I have seen positive views of being married and also for being single. I have also seen negative ones. So, how should you answer, given that it is so personal and arbitrary?

[@mfigmac]

@@gonzalcala5 I'd go with a simple and straight answer in this one ("married", "single", "two kids", "no kids"...), but in the end, try to emphasize the positive aspects of it. Like, single with no kids: I chose to focus on my career; Married with no kids: I appreciate the stability of marriage, and we both focus on our careers; Married with kids: I'm confortable with responsabilities and commitment.. so on.

[@strakhov]

​@@zerphase companies DO care about getting a product out the door in time. So they are looking for a candidate who can find good trade-off between finishing a job quickly and doing it in pedantic perfection manner. I am a senior software engineer so I know what I'm talking about. But you can certainly use this to answer the question using the template suggested in the video: "I'm an idealist, and care more about engineering best practices. So I always have to remind myself that getting job done quickly is as important".

[@lesterscrugs2272]

My poor understanding of Greek mythology has always been my Achilles elbow

[@CATDHD]

LMAO

[@LucidAnomalies_]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@vvcreative2628]

Now that's a quality answer 😂

[@mfigmac]

I'll steal it with absolutely no remorse.

[@jacobnunthuk6377]

I think it was the knuckle if I'm not mistaken

[@coolhand67]

I answered “Pringles” on the last interview and got a good laugh and the job.

[@SpiritofLiberty1775]

That would get a good laugh. I always look at interviews like law enforcement traffic stops . Usually if you can make the officer laugh, you get a better deal.

[@pvsarusha2105]

Good one...hahaha

[@coolhand67]

@@lightyagami1752 😂

[@coolhand67]

@@gmccabe6915 🙂

[@ceciliadonascimentopinto7]

And did you get the job? 🤔

[@warpig4942]

My main weakness is that I sit around all day watching KZbin videos that don't apply to my life at all.

[@LPH-11]

Damn, we have the same weakness! 😆

[@askari07parvi]

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[@thomasbalet2651]

Good point

[@dodimw5766]

felt that

[@epictetus9221]

That saves you from ever having to go to a job interview

[@AdoNir]

I failed in some interviews in the past couple of months. Started watching your videos, 2 companies interviewed me and I used all of your tips, they both wanted me, and one even already offered me a job. Thank you so much!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

That's great to hear, AdoNir! Congrats on the offer!

[@saipurnimakosuri1135]

hey,what did you answer for this "what is your weakness question".,thank you please answer me.

[@hehasrisen1990]

Awesome!

[@timmacdonald3342]

Last time I was asked this question my answer was somewhat similar. I said "I can be a little hard on myself at times. I set the bar high in terms of expectations because I care a great deal about the role I am in and the quality of work I produce." The interviewer admitted he has never heard a response like that before, but it was fantastic.

[@EJames-nm4qt]

I have a similar answer too! I answered along the lines of: Sometimes I push myself too hard. I've trained X number of people and I have seen how pushing others to perform the way I do can be detrimental to overall performance. Sometimes it helps to take a step back and take a breather.

[@timmacdonald3342]

@@tentcater4710 that's kind of the whole point. It's a trick question from the interviewer

[@EJames-nm4qt]

@@tentcater4710 being hard on yourself is. Especially if that seeps into other aspects of one's life. Think about it. Perfectionist does a really great job overall but misses one tiny but crucial detail. Boss tells him it's okay, it will be fixed. Guy thinks "how can I be so stupid! Stupid!" Okay, I'll stop now before I get carried away

[@timmacdonald3342]

@@EJames-nm4qt beautifully explained. It's basically saying your close to a perfectionist without saying you're a perfectionist. I wouldn't use the word "perfectionist" as an answer to the greatest weakness question in my opinion because then they think you waste a lot of time and aren't as productive as you could be

[@kateelizabeth8391]

What a such clever boy. Tomorrow morning I'll have a job interview, and this question might be on the list You've given me a good answer. I'm here just collecting ideas, Thanks.

[@sipinthatbub]

Man, i hate job interviews. Those feel more like a bragging contest rather than a serious selection process.

[@ahmedmechergui8680]

it's not about bragging itself, it is about having something to brag about

[@sipinthatbub]

@@ahmedmechergui8680 Yeah I kept seeing the other videos in the series and now have a new perspective about job interviews.

[@arielbadw1368]

@@alquinn8576 Totally agree, asking about weaknesses is the same boring question and can easily put off candidates. It's better to ask about previous projects, experiences, what difficulties they faced and how they solved them, that way you ask for concrete examples, know their strengths/weaknesses, how well they can adapt and you won't get the same generic answers but the problem is it's a bit hard to answer on the spot so you should always be prepared and anticipate these kind of questions.

[@alexmqn3496]

@@ahmedmechergui8680 interesting POV

[@joshwuzhere1]

Seriously

[@ElCanguroChileno]

I'm loving these videos. Short. Sharp. Straight to the point. Keep up the great content. 👍

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Glad you like them, Dennis!

[@chrisfrench9257]

@@TheCompaniesExpert Truly an underrated channel. You make all these annoying questions easy to understand and demolish. Much appreciated.

[@brendadargan2555]

👍

[@huzeyfesutcu4045]

Well spoken. I totally agree.

[@spikiyki00]

Yeah

[@emil2321]

"My weakness is that I work too hard and care too much" - Michael Scott

[@annathemusicmistress664]

My weakness is that I don't care too much that I don't work.

[@rashawnbanks148]

@@annathemusicmistress664lol

[@67buzzo]

Job seeker: my weakness is honesty... Recruiter: I don’t think that honesty is a weakness... Job seeker: honestly, I don’t give a dam what you think!

[@shikhar10001]

Reply level : Gangsta

[@veereshgt9838]

Recruiter: thanks for your time 😂

[@biteme8822]

that's honesty. LOL.

[@AchtGradFieber]

This one is going places.

[@marvindujardin463]

Job seeker: your shirt and tie look like they were paired by a colour-blind toddler

[@harveyweinstein8937]

Whenever I think I wish I'd done something with my life besides being a trucker, I remind myself I've never been asked a question this stupid to get a truck driving job.

[@lebaillidessavoies3889]

Yes , it's the typical question for useless bullshit jobs( hr, communication etc...) Bullshit job= bullshit interview .

[@jerryvandevort2366]

I'm also a trucker just got a new job after 15 years.they just put me through3 days orientation and a short road test.

[@francescocapizzi3109]

@@lebaillidessavoies3889 which are less dangerous and mostly better paid jobs ;)

[@rodrigovaccari7547]

@@lebaillidessavoies3889 Not really, I'd say non-manual jobs. I've been asked it in a software engineering interview.

[@francescocapizzi3109]

@Steve Woodruff I think you need to learn English

[@CosmicCrowMC]

I love how this guy is just popping up into everyone's recommended now. I love his content!

[@dlvarcade9729]

For real, how the heck did this happen?

[@vvcreative2628]

Ikr! I just found this guy today and I'm binge watching it. Loving it 😂

[@leopold7562]

It’s true, he just turned up in mine as well, on the very same day I hit the trigger on LinkedIn that I was looking for work. I thought it was that, but maybe it’s worse than I thought...

[@justAmy51]

My son in law actually did use a very direct, I’m an addict, as an a answer. At the time, he had just gotten out of rehab, right out of college and gotten into some trouble. He was so broken and honest trying to deal with working his program. He was confident in his education, but broken with what he had put everyone through...anyway, he looked right at the guy and said, I’m an addict. I guess it hit the interviewer very hard...he too had struggled with addiction. He told my son in law that he had never had anyone say that. My son in law landed the job and has had many promotions since then. I’m so thankful for his honesty and integrity. It certainly could have gone another way, but i like to think God put him there at that time.

[@justAmy51]

@@jessielee1369 Amen friend! Less of us and more of HIM!

[@noname-ej6cd]

This made me emotional and happy for him. God bless you and your families. And I hope everyone finds their happy place :)

[@justAmy51]

That's so kind! I hope anyone with addiction can find the place where the experience they go through can create character and empathy for others!

[@freshrockpapa-e7799]

I did the same thing with a similar result. Say what you want about recovering addicts, but once someone makes the decision to stop using something like heroin, they get the courage to face ANYTHING, and everyone can see that a mile away. I'd even dare to say that being a recovering addict made me a better person.

[@Jefferson-xi8tu]

Thank you for sharing that with us :)

[@janamoorhead4183]

I have always answered this question, "I am human, and don't know everything. No matter how good you are at something, there is always room for improvement"

[@Sisima13]

Well damn….I like that answer 👀👏

[@lesegomotsepe4271]

Good answer nice one!

[@irishnagallo2220]

Best answer so far thanks

[@oddmundeide]

good answer, and not a self centered cliche like; I work too hard

[@TrishRamirez-y6y]

I will use this at my job interview today thank u!!

[@pubmeatman]

So glad I will never have to ask those questions again. Retirement is soooo rewarding!

[@welon17]

The last time I was asked this I said: "I struggle with multiple tasks at the same time, I end up forgetting something." I got the job, but I guess the interviewer helped me by asking: "Do you do anything to avoid this?" And I straight up said: "Yes, I do a checklist of everything, I'm slow, but I get it done."

[@Handymancinema]

I was told to do something similar to this; because they're asking if you can recognize and fix your own flaws. Or if it's something external if the company can accomodate/tolerate that about you. I say I have a tendency to believe I'll remember everything, but when I'm very focused on one thing or dealing with multiple tasks I end up forgetting things sometimes. So I try to keep my agendy with me and make notes to make sure in case I do forget.

[@4zafinc]

Wow, that's actually a wise recruiter

[@Amir-jn5mo]

such a good answer. I do this often with my long-term to do list. I'm gonna steal your answer :D

[@MiloFPS]

This guy has been keeping people employed and off the streets. He’s doing gods work! Keep it up.

[@kylecarpenter1]

It's nice to here this from a professional. I have been using this strategy for the last couple of year and I think it works GREAT! I like to say, "Over my time of working in a position, I tend to discover a more efficient way of performing that task. This can be met with pushback, by people who don't want things to change. But often times, after showing them how it can result in more production at the same quality in a shorter amount of time, those same people implement the new procedures." This works in most industries!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thanks, for saying so, Kyle! I agree!

[@petekutheis3822]

But it better be real because the next question I will ask is "Give me an example".

[@mandabee8069]

Hear* but AWESOME answer ✅

[@Bird_Law_]

I actually know my weakness and have a solution to it. "I am an exceedingly curious person. When I am tasked with a subject I'm less familiar with or I wonder if there is a creative solution not currently used to address a particular issue, I want to learn all I can. The problem is I have the ability to go down a rabbit hole. To prevent my curiosity from becoming a hindrance or a time management issue, I make a note of what I want to dive deeper into in this notepad. (pull out the notepad I keep, share it with them, and encourage them to flip through) By writing down questions or ideas, I am able to complete the task at hand, and address these curiosities when I have free time during lunch or when I'm home. As a result I often bring that new knowledge or solution to the job all while satisfying my curiosity". Once I actually was asked about some of the things written in the notepad. Because I really do this, I was able to talk about some of the answers/solutions I found. Been working there 10 years now.

[@abraham39]

"my weakness is being very curious, as in curious why in the world you would ask me a dumb question like that?"

[@stoneg.barrow9991]

@@Ultradude604 Everyone is different.

[@jdm6613]

This is totally me!

[@jadetiger88888]

Thanks this is me also

[@jamma2916]

Yep I have what I refer to as an inquiring mind. I also make notes and go back and research my curiosities. It's like I'm an information junkie. Good idea with a small notebook.

[@jamesdojr]

Best answer, I take any and all failures too personally. But it drives me to success. It's TRUE for me and a really good answer.

[@Ricky-ez2nh]

but then the interviewer might ask: What failures exactly? lol

[@fluteloop6737]

​@@Ricky-ez2nhLike failing this interview, for example

[@maximilian2843]

That's a pleasent course. I think my perfectionism numbs me in taking action a lot of times. ^^

[@nimishak4119]

I have been through a lot of job interviews and I am so confident in interviews now. I found your videos really helpful and accurate. One thing I can add to this video is that never tell the intervier that You don’t have any weaknesses as they really hate this answer.

[@ih82r8]

I legitimately tell people "I am SO lazy that I end up doing things right the first time, just to avoid having to do them over again."

[@deznut564]

My mom told me about this one, one dude straight up said time management, he didn't get the job. I literally said what you said and now I'm working there.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

That's awesome, FM4 - glad it came in handy!

[@sophieminter0]

lmao that's my biggest weakness. SO I don't think I'll ever get a job.

[@supercat2087]

@@sophieminter0Just say something else lol

[@tetrabromobisphenol]

These videos, while useful to job seekers, also serve as a testament to how incredibly lazy, short-sighted, and stupid the hiring practices are at most firms. Yet I hear companies constantly complaining about how they have such a hard time recruiting the right people. When you use unoriginal, formulaic questions that are readily gamed in a lazy attempt to rapidly narrow down the field, what do you expect? You can't expect great results without effort and without an intelligent process.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Hear! hear!

[@JazzRadioFfm]

my tought exactly. if you want people that prepare on youtube to lie to you, before they've even started the job: that's the way to go. just take the one who thinks it's appropriate to make a cliché "my biggest weakness is that I am too perfect" statement. never heard of that before. what a waste. i can already imagine the carlton banks of the world to take notes here...

[@coguglielmi]

Exactly what I thought. Though to be honest, I plead guilty for having done the same mistake. Too much pressure, many candidates to interview in a very short timeframe while you still have to deliver, extensive commute time and kids back home... you just make a choice but in the end it is inefficient. I should have accepted to not deliver on time and stand up to my management explaining the medium and long term stakes vs short sighted ones I went for, being under unnecessary high pressure.

[@juainott5281]

I agree, like obvious questions of "if you see your BFF doing something illegal would you tell us" like bruh how do you want me to respond that honestly hahaha

[@HiFisch94]

@@juainott5281 I ain't snitchin' on myself

[@victoriaowode6424]

Imagine working for this kind of CEO, it sounds really fun, Im never bored watching and learning from him!

[@qwertyb18]

I've never been denied a job after an interview; when asked "What is your weakness?" and I always look down, think, and give them nothing. I'd give half-baked answers like "I can't think of any." or "I've always gotten along with people, so nothing's coming up." This never seemed like a confident approach. After watching this video I feel more prepared to better answer the question in a direct way.

[@Dave3Dman]

"I really really love stealing. I just cant help myself I have to steal at least once a day or ill go crazy."

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

You're hired!

[@fankrys]

@@TheCompaniesExpert you're running an HMO? ;D

[@michaelm1105]

@@TheCompaniesExpert Would that work against our competitors?

[@teemlee51]

Go into politics.

[@amigoisnumber]

You should take somting for that

[@andrewhicks5676]

I once tried to be clever and said, "My greatest weakness at the moment seems to be my inability to quickly ascertain my greatest weakness." I didn't get the job.

[@MrMinevision1]

LOOOOOOOOL

[@androkguz]

Yeah, that's not actually a good one

[@jeffthedude2549]

Good try tho

[@4ll4nb31l]

i said the same, but i got the job.

[@GamesCooky]

Not surprised. That's just you telling them that you're not even going to try to give them a weakness.

[@jmorris023]

When I was just out of college (22), I looked like I was 17. My answer to the weakness question was "I look really young and I've found that certain people may not take me seriously because they think I'm younger than I am." True, easy to execute and verify, seemed to work well.

[@Catherine_Kate]

Great response! I’ve had something similar - I look and sound younger than I am, so I tell him that I am more resilient than I look!

[@phajeb001]

But this is an age related answer you gave them and the recruiter is not allowed to ask those type of questions in regards to age. Your answer becomes nullified to that fact. These are trick questions to get those type of responses. Even though the recruiter didn’t ask an age related question you automatically gave it to him or her.

[@FlamingFalconMan]

Want to know a secret. As a recent graduate, where you will need to have your education dates on the CV. They will know your approximate age anyway therefore whether you mention that fact or not is irrelevant from that perspective.

[@icepick381]

Yep. Nothing beats a sincere and brief answer. A bogus answer like “I’m a perfectionist” or “I work too hard” is crystal clear. At best they won’t help you and at worst you’ll get eliminated for the dishonest answer.

[@BubbaDukems]

I used several of your videos to help with the 5 interviews I had for the management position I wanted. I was hired! Thank you!

[@hburns16]

I just stumbled across your videos and I am really enjoying them. I've been in my industry better than 30 years and as a Senior Director I tell my hiring managers there are a few questions I don't want anyone to use and this is top of the list. One of my favorites though is, "tell me about a time when you or a project you worked on failed or did not fully succeed and what did you learn from that?" Nearly everyone has had a flame-out, I think it's part of the tempering process that makes for good employees. I'm most interested in your ability to grow from that experience.

[@punkrockviking]

I usually answer something like this: I am a big picture learner. So in the beginning it can seem like I am a little slow to catch onto things, but as I piece everything together I am able to work independently without many questions or supervision.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Makes sense.

[@sarahk6996]

This is me🙋🏽‍♀️

[@sdelgado2187]

Spot on!

[@anupamchatterjee5215]

I'm going to apply this. Hope that's ok. :)

[@rishabhgaur8452]

@@anupamchatterjee5215 did it work?

[@ThisChangeIsAwful]

I answer, "I have a tendency to take on a lot of work because I always want to say "Yes" when asked to do something. I then have to use my multi-tasking and time management skills to bail myself out".

[@alexr6114]

I love that answer because I do have high standards and this has caused problems. Now I know how to be truthful and still keep my name in the running for a position because I am able to "smooth thing over"! Thanks.

[@GenjaOrigins]

Yout talk like an actor, you move your body and especially your hands so good. Your answers are impressive. I dont know what is your real job but you are a man of quality.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thank you! It's usually my perfect physique and boyish good looks that wows people..

[@friscodog]

That happens to be exactly the answer I gave in the interview that landed me my current job, totally by accident. I'm a perfectionist workaholic, and it has caused coworkers to feel I was pushing them too hard or trying to climb over them. The solution I learned years ago was to be totally transparent and generous with my coworkers, scrupulously share credit, and make sure I'm always seen to be a helper rather than a competitor or a complainer. My employer hired me for the job, but almost immediately told me to get ready for the next job up the hierarchy, which is what he really had in mind for me. About half a year later, that opportunity opened up, and I immediately slipped into that much more responsible role. My qualifications weren't really up for that job, but your video has made me think I finally understand why he tagged me so early to be his right-hand guy. Incidentally, this has turned out to be the best job of my career, hands-down!

[@adriamillasluque]

I have watched two videos of yours, and already into the second one I have learnt more about how to go through an interview than in 15 years of my own experience.

[@TheThinkersBible]

Early on I started answering along the same lines -- "I'm a perfectionist and I'm always on the watch for that trait to make sure I'm not delaying anything important. But it's very helpful when things do have to be perfect." The good news is, it's the truth. Not the exact same and not in as much detail but it's served me well.

[@megamuffin15]

That answer you gave is almost word for word how I answered that question in my first interview for a full time job out of college and I'd never been given any advice like this. I got the job and worked there for 2 years! Great advice.

[@KENAXION88]

I actually answered this once by saying "not knowing how to answer this question." It got a really good laugh out of the room, and then they moved on from the question. Obviously this scenario probably won't present itself again, but I did a good job of reading the room and went with that. It worked.

[@skin_that_glows]

Tomorrow is my interview. I’m watching all your videos to avoid mistakes and prepare myself properly. Videos are awesome thanks a lot

[@emmagrove6491]

The most pat answer is "I work too hard." I'm sure every recruiter has heard this a million times. I like this example you gave a lot. There's all sorts of "trick" questions in an interview, and it's not about giving the honest answer, it's about giving the answer they want to hear so they'll hire you. "I oversleep a lot" is not the answer they want to hear.

[@Malle472]

Asked a guy what his weakness was at an interview many years ago, he replied "I don't have any, I'm perfect. Maybe I can teach YOU a few things." He also wore a sleeveless t-shirt at the interview. We went with another candidate. :D

[@venkateshwaranrajagopal3795]

ROFLMAO! The best I've read so far!

[@FirstnameLastname77777]

Dwight schrute

[@wordeeone4996]

He didn’t actually want the job lol!

[@wagwan6248]

so a vest

[@ayandaruzvidzo2940]

@@michaelfullerton3626 was it you? 😆😂😅😂

[@shanikaaskew570]

I never knew exactly how to answer this question without actually sounding "weak". Thank you for the reference.

[@ellaphx]

I think I had a good answer to this one. I told them “Sometimes I need to be told to hurry up and get something done, when it’s too urgent to be pedantic or thorough. I lean towards taking my time with things to make sure they’re perfect, so that can slow me down sometimes.” Might not have been a great answer for like a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, but it’s true, so I probably wouldn’t survive in that environment anyway. I’m this case I think that answer got me the job 🙂

[@veronicagray7171]

We have the same weakness lol

[@theanalyser7059]

What job was it that you got?

[@ellaphx]

@@theanalyser7059 Data entry. Turns out they need speed and accuracy both, but they do say upfront that they would prioritize accuracy over speed, so. Their response was basically "So what you're saying is that you make absolutely sure something is right before you send it along?" I'm like "Yes, that" lol.

[@Linuxgnuorgme]

Hey, you r my man, I used it to pass a interview, and got a job, thanks man!!

[@rikgto9351]

This advise is perfect timing and worth gold. I used the old but unfortunately now predictable “I want to do all the work myself and don’t give other folks a chance to fail and learn from their mistakes. But it seems to be incomplete, unlike the template on this video, which answers the question and offers up real value.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thanks, Rik!

[@paweljel5608]

I have my job interview in 2 hours and thanks to your video I think I came up with good answer

[@paweljel5608]

Update: I got a job!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Way to go!!

[@adefisayoasa4804]

I've never had someone explain it the way you've done. Thanks for sharing!

[@rn7171]

I will try this tomorrow when i have a zoom interview. Thanks !

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

The best thing about this answer (for me), is not only is it a great answer, it's the truth. I run in to that all the time in my life where others just aren't as committed as me.

[@eliotaxelrod6232]

A great answer. This also demonstrates that the candidate has good interview skills.

[@BUTCH0120]

My greatest weakness? excessive humility. Once I get over that, I'll be perfect.

[@nathangreen9239]

Haha! I love it

[@Fortysixand222]

Greatest KZbin channel of all time.

[@beatricei.gardiner13]

I was asked this question by a supervisor one time and the way I answered him was by saying, “I’m very sorry but I can’t say. if I were to tell you what my weaknesses are I wouldn’t have any strength.” He didn’t say another word.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Good stuff!

[@daveman3026]

Mine was similar. I find that I concentrate on one task making sure everything is accurate and done properly which can take a little longer than expected but with my time management skills I always complete it before it's due.

[@Ramschat]

It's so sad that this question is pretty much designed to get rid of honest and humble people, while keeping dishonest and overconfident people in the running. Telling the truth and knowing your own limits really is punished in this way.

[@blasiangiirl9836]

💯💯💯💯

[@ScottH7651]

I was asked this question and was totally blindsided. I had no idea what they were looking for so finally I said, "answering interview questions like this." I never heard back which turned out to be a good thing. No wonder they couldn't find any "good" people.

[@josephitayi1062]

Thank you very much Sir went through your videos all weeknd preparing for my team leader position interview and l got the job Thumbs up to you Sir

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Congratulations, Joseph! You did a first-rate job!

[@uouyes4u]

“My weakness is being polite and telling the truth.”

[@jonathan0berg]

This question always raises a red flag for me. It puts me in a position where my choices are to lie/deflect or to hurt my own interview chances by being honest.

[@Zphi93Carmela]

This is the best answer I ever heard to this question. Thank you!

[@HannahWaeni]

I love all the videos in the series, they're short & sweet and easy to practice and understand. Thanks for sharing!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thanks, Hannah! You rock.

[@miketeacher9016]

This has excellent information. After decades of interviewing, I always thought this was the most stupid question and I hate them for asking it. This is a good reply.

[@trkarst82]

This is a great answer to that question. Even if it sounds cheesy, answering this way shows that you took the time to prepare for the question which is often good enough. I used to answer this question by saying: "my lack of management experience which I hope to improve." Not as good an answer but it addressed a weakness on my resume without really admitting any weakness.

[@alexanderfretheim5720]

I always eat nachos before an interview...

[@defnotdev1]

You are very humourous, sir :))) I am preparing for my next interview. On last time also that is my first time interview. I'm scared and unconfident. Your style smile when you said "Alright" is so funny. Thank you for your work sir. I will try my best prepare for my next interview.

[@joemos2040]

My answer is always. “I tend to be a workaholic and can’t seem to stop working when my shift is over. I tend to stop working when I completed the company’s goals and objectives” - You’re Hired!!

[@jimsmith9912]

This guy is great and has a lot of good answers. I usually say "my weakness is that I am a perfectionist and I can't stand it when I don't get something done properly."

[@samysam5599]

A lot of people say that

[@tomvahlman8235]

@jimsmith9912 You could mention that you are a perfectionist but that you have developed strategies to prioritize your work so that you always are able to deliver in time . In my case I am a software developer a profession in which it is a usually an advantage being a perfectionist (you also need to deliver in time though). However the interviewer may not be aware of this....

[@MartinTelinius]

I worked on both sides as well and this a perfect way of tackling the issue. Turn a weakness into a strength. Practice makes perfect. I would also say that acing interviews is an art form and the more interviews you attend, the better you get.

[@AnaPaulaAbreu-n9w]

Thank you so much for this amazing work you have been doing! I finally got my job offer after finding this channel! Thank YOU!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

That's awesome, Ana!

[@thehotfilipina]

Didn’t realize this question = “tell me about a time you failed”. Makes it easier to practice an answer. Thank you, your videos are awesome!

[@DianaWanMa]

Once I got this question (actually it was "tell me 3 things you hate about yourself") and my answer was "I don't think I have something that I hate about myself, I have improved a lot these last years and I'm very happy with me right now". That was my mood then, and got the job. But somehow I didn't feel like I could say the same line twice and it had become a really tough question to answer, so thank you very much for the video!!

[@amitpullarwar5720]

Hello sir Your tips were very helpful for me Just before my telephonic interview I found your video on same topic, I was standing or walking through out the interview. Results are awarded. Thank and god bless you sir

[@s.leeyork3848]

I one time answered that in times of a power-vacume where a problem has occurred, I tend to take charge especially when the issue concerns Conflict Management aka: irate customer making a scene. I have training in Conflict Resolution. This sometimes annoys fellow employees who have seniority even though they do not know what to do at the given moment. When a supervisor arrives, I return to my spot in the pecking order.

[@traderpete007]

Over the last year I’ve been focusing my energy on energy honing my public speaking skills and style to feel more confident and to help earn the trust of my customers. Over the last year not only have I spoken at these trade shows, but I’ve developed a brand for myself that helps my company attract new customers.

[@fancycanuck]

I enjoy your short and sweet delivery. You’re awesome 👏🏼

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Not as awesome as you - Thanks Derek!

[@AarezIshaq-i8j]

Thank you so much, I will be using this for my high school interview

[@christianguevarra7138]

I have an interview tomorrow, and here I am watching your videos. Thanks for the helpful videos.

[@brittyn]

Did you get the job?

[@Handlemenicely42]

I saw this video and listened to it plus several other videos. After interviewing with the employer I got the job!!! 😊😊

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Way to go, Katrina!!!! Great job!

[@graceyspacey]

I can definitely use this exactly but personalize it a bit. I have been in Customer Service, Team and Project Management, and Admin roles. I do have high expectations with the people I work with because I always want to give only the best either to the customers, business partners, or colleagues.

[@HolyGrailArts]

Bravo! Thanks for sharing this wisdom. All the best!

[@walterhambrick8705]

Thank you for sharing your experiences on KZbin! I am now retired and wish I had known of these "bits of wisdom" when I was searching for positions.

[@Julierue]

Thank you for making this process so transparent. As someone who has been out of the job market for 12 years, it makes a huge deal as I venture back into it. Mazel Tov.

[@mikemoore8929]

I just wanted to say thank you, your videos just helped me land an amazing job!!!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Congratulations, Raven! Your preparation and discipline paid off!!

[@diandrra1]

LOL, I laughed so hard. After listening to other videos, searching for weakness list, finally something that makes sense. And I finally figured out an answer.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Glad to hear, Diana - cheers!

[@mattghent4270]

Crazy, I actually have answered this way in past interviews. Not because I think it will give me an edge, but because I genuinely believe it. Didn't know it was the best way around the question!

[@tonyalways7174]

Good advice and a good answer but I actually enjoyed it when someone made me laugh. One woman, who was slim and was obviously very physically fit, simply replied ‘Cakes’ when asked this question. She then went on to say that because she loved cakes and always wanted to be able to eat them she made sure she went to the gym or for a run every day. She said her desk would always be a good cake stop for other staff. It made her memorable when it came to the elimination point and showed she had a sense of humour as well as giving her a chance to show her ability to motivate herself. She got the job and she was always surrounded by cakes 😂👍🏻

[@tsedaka]

So you basically hired a hot lady that makes great cakes.

[@HiFisch94]

@@tsedaka Well, it helps with coworker motivation (cake and probably nice looks) and she's obviously working for what she wants. Doesn't seem like the worst deal, if she's able to do the job

[@helenetran8522]

Good

[@gypsybelle4757]

Now I want cake. 😂

[@SantaFe19484]

Great answer. I will have to try using it myself when I have a chance.

[@lyn3460]

Now here I am thinking how to apply as a secretary or assistant to you . I feel like I'm learning while enjoying the work place with you as the Boss. 🙏

[@91j6j5]

I can't help hitting the subscribe button because of your last greeting "YOU'RE AWESOME."👍

[@mohitbabu2908]

Love these short videos. Crisp and to the point.

[@ahmedjinan6600]

Michael did great job on this question in The Office

[@loyaskhan193]

Beyond helpful or not, it's really understandable and make sense. I really appreciate your short, but beautiful videos.

[@mo_skeezy]

“ I’m addicted to alcohol, gambling and dog fighting! I have a lightning quick temper and get violent when I don’t get my way.” 😂🤣😂🤣 I was dying ! Getting ready for a job interview tomorrow and loving your videos !

[@kennethornieta2375]

JAHAHAHAHHH

[@SH-lz9du]

I thought he said "duck fighting".... ...."dog fighting" makes a lot more sense. 😂

[@tamara.tagliapietra]

Omg, You are amazing!! Always you make me laugh with your videos!!. You are funny , smart and clear! Keep it up!! You got a new follower

[@newmercies1]

wow, this is by far the best way to handle this question - that I have heard! YOU are awesome!

[@nicobsm111saintmichel7]

As usual, invaluable information, 1 step close to getting the job-thank you! :)

[@joshkuehnle5518]

Hey companies expert! I just want to say this video was very helpful on a recent interview I had. I got the job and I can’t thank you enough for your videos!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Great Job, Josh! Congratulations - that's great to hear!

[@johnarthur5326]

You are simply the Best!!! You are awesome !!! Simply precise!

[@marcuskohl1054]

Bill, you are one of the best recruitment experts I have seen. I love your videos. Keep it coming. Thank you.