Tell us about an area of weakness that you would like to improve on while attending university.
Pick a weakness that is not a core skill for your success as an optometry student. You can be candid in your answer; recognizing that you aren't great at something and acknowledging your need to improve. Be sure to have an action plan in place for improving on 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 maybe you are taking a seminar at a nearby community centre. We are all human with our own weaknesses, so don't be afraid to share yours!
"I believe I could improve on my written and verbal communication skills as I tend to be more blunt than I would like to be at times. I have enrolled myself in a week long workshop this summer with the goal of becoming a more eloquent communicator. I hope to gain skills in this workshop that I can continue to utilize during my university career."
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
One of my biggest weaknesses is procrastination. This is something I have worked on throughout all my studies and continue to work on. A method I have found that helps is to break large tasks into smaller and easier attainable goals so the task I need to complete feels less overwhelming and then I'm less likely to put off completing it.
Marcie's Feedback
The interviewer will be happy to hear that you're taking steps to overcome this area of weakness. Can you give an example of a time when you successfully avoided procrastinating and explain what you did to motivate yourself not to wait until the last minute? Also, end your response on a high note by reminding the interviewer that you are working hard to overcome this weakness and that you're confident it won't hinder your ability to succeed as a student at their university.
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