Positive Spin

Interview Tip 2 of 10

Put a positive spin on sore subjects.

EXAMPLE

Question: “What is your biggest weakness?”

Incorrect Response:
"I care too much."

Stronger Response:
"I sometimes spend too much time on tasks that I really care about, but I’ve been working on this by setting timers for myself."

The first response is incredibly cliché. It will seem that you don’t have insight into areas where you could improve. Nobody is perfect, and Response #1 makes it seem like you think you’re flawless.

Response #2 gives a more specific weakness, and then you give it a positive spin by discussing a particular fix you’re trying in order to curb your weakness.