How to Answer: What are your weaknesses?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Facility Manager job interview.
26. What are your weaknesses?
How to Answer
The interviewer wants to know what your biggest challenge is in facilities management. You should be candid in your answer. Recognize that you aren't great at something and acknowledge your need to improve. However, pick weaknesses that are not core skills for this position. Be sure to have an action plan in place to improve this weakness.
Perhaps you are watching TED talks to gain skills in a particular area, reading the latest and greatest book on the subject, or taking skills workshops at a nearby community center. Identify your weakness and the action you've taken to improve.
Written by Ronda Barnes on November 18th, 2021
1st Answer Example
"I believe I could improve on some of my technical skills, including Excel and PowerPoint. Currently, I am at a beginner to intermediate level. However, I would be more comfortable at an advanced level so that I can develop reports better. I have enrolled myself in an evening/weekend workshop for the next six weeks. I'm looking forward to seeing how stellar my skills are after that course and how I will be able to apply my skills on the job!"
Written by Ronda Barnes on November 18th, 2021
2nd Answer Example
"Everyone has weaknesses. I tend to be too nice sometimes. When vendors are not fulfilling their requirements, I believe there must be a logical and understandable reason. To get better in this area, I have to remind myself that everyone is held accountable and to meet expectations."
Written by Ronda Barnes on November 18th, 2021