Looking back to your most recent performance review; what was one area for improvement, and one positive?
This question is another way to ask about your strengths and weaknesses. By asking for specific performance evaluations, the hiring authority is more likely to get a direct answer and a better idea of the full picture.
If you do not have formal performance evaluations, you can also lean on a recent conversation with your direct manager. Your positive highlight can be big or small, but be sure to relate your positive points to the requirements of the BECU job posting.
When you talk about your area for improvement, avoid mentioning something that would make you ineligible for the position. For instance, if you are interviewing for a banking position, simple math should not be your weakness. Also, be sure to discuss that you are actively working to improve this weakness.
"My most recent performance review was very positive. My boss is thrilled with my ability to analyze data on a client account very quickly; allowing me to see cross-selling opportunities quickly. One area for improvement was to speed up my work a little bit and get through my line of customers a bit faster. I am cautious at work; however, I am training myself to perform certain tasks faster without cutting any corners."
"Formal performance evaluations are not part of my regular role, but I do get a lot of feedback daily. My manager comments quite often on my product knowledge, and how well I retain information, even with brand new roll-outs. One thing that I can work on is my typing speed. I am accurate and type about 50wpm, which isn't too bad, but I am practicing to get to 75wpm."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I didn't have performance evaluations in my previous job, but something I can improve on is time management, I'm very meticulous about my job and afraid of errors so I tend to take longer to be sure it is correctly done. Some positive things are that I did improve the school system I previously worked at, I organized the team tasks, customer service, payment options, billing processes, payroll, and all customers registrations.
Stephanie's Feedback
This sounds like a well-balanced, honest self-assessment! It sounds like you're able to accept feedback openly and find ways to incorporate that feedback into your work in order to improve outcomes.
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