What is your biggest weakness?
Name a real weakness that is not core to the job, like holding work too long before sharing it. Give one time it cost you, the specific fix you use now and proof it is improving. Admit it still shows up sometimes.
How a 90-point answer starts
My biggest weakness is that I hold on to my work too long before I show it to anyone. I want it to look finished first.
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Practice this question freeWhat the interviewer listens for
- Is it a real weakness that affects your work?
- Can you give a time it cost you something?
- What are you doing about it, specifically?
- Are you honest that it's still there?
More behavioral and fit
- What are your greatest strengths?
- Give me a quick overview of your background and what brought you to consulting.
- Walk me through your background and why you are here today.
- Tell me about a time you received tough feedback.
- Tell me about a time you had to make a decision without all the information you wanted.
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