What are your weaknesses?

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Interviewers understand that we have weaknesses, and they want to hear that you understand yourself. Think of an area of your life that you are proactively working to improve, and openly share it. Perhaps your weakness is that you get nervous speaking in front of large groups of people. The key to this question is ensuring that you acknowledge your weakness and that you are taking steps to grow in this area. It shows the interviewer that you have initiative.

"My biggest weakness is my lack of experience in medical billing. I know that would be a huge bonus if I were better trained in billing to work at your office. I do plan on taking evening classes to become proficient in billing. I hope your office would have a need for that in the future."

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"First weakness, I see myself as too much of a perfectionist. To the point where, for example, when I'm working with a group on a project, the project could be done and at that moment it seems ok. Then when I take another look I'm like "hmm not quite, maybe we could add more". Then I try to add more to the point where it gets too much and that project doesn't look great anymore. Do you know how people say "put a cherry on top"? In my case, I put too many cherries on top and it knocks over the whole cup. I have gotten a lot better and understand the way I see things, is not always the same as everyone. I need to be on the same field and eye level as my team. Respect their opinions and decisions and trust them.

My second weakness is I'm at times over helpful. I try to do more than I am asked to do when someone needs help. Like if a coworker asks for help, of course, I will but then at times I get too invested and take it too much upon myself and do more than I'm asked. I am working on knowing where the line is and when my help is sufficient enough and I am not overstepping."

Marcie's Feedback

You've done a great job of detailing some of your weaknesses. Both of the weaknesses you mention can also be seen as positives in the right light, which is good. You've also effectively explained how you try to overcome your weaknesses. This shows that you are taking steps to fix these issues, which the interviewer will appreciate. Excellent response!