"The most challenging aspect of my last job was troubleshooting some of the older technology we worked with. We needed some serious upgrades, but they weren't in the budget. Learning how to work around this problem was quite a challenge, but I learned how by referring to old manuals and online forums. I ended up becoming one of the stronger users of this program, in our entire office! I quickly became the go-to person when anyone had questions about the technology."

"The most challenging aspect of my previous position was to maintain a positive attitude at all times. The workplace culture was not a positive one, but I tried to make it so through words of encouragement to my coworkers, trying to facilitate small events for our team to get to know each other better, and also keeping a smile on my face throughout the day."

Sometimes the greatest workplace challenge is a laborious task that puts you outside of your comfort zone. It could be something that requires skills you haven't mastered yet. Explain to the interviewer why the situation was difficult, highlight the actions you took to overcome the challenge and explain how you continue to improve.

Again, don't offer examples that will paint you in a poor light. Avoid talking about things like your attendance, or challenges you overcame to meet the bare minimum. The last thing you want to do is outline ways in which you'd prove a liability should they hire you. Focus on challenges you've overcome in your pursuit to be an overachiever.