The job interview is a delicate dance, a strategic conversation where every answer can either propel you forward or send you packing. Among the trickiest questions, the infamous "What are your ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rachel Wells is a writer who covers leadership, AI, and upskilling. Around this time of year, you're likely gearing up for the ...

I have been on several job interviews lately. I want to go on the record and say that I hate the “what are your weaknesses” question. It seems like every interviewer I have met with has asked me this ...

Many entrepreneurs learn early in their careers that they are never going to be the best at everything. When it comes to running a business, most entrepreneurs do some things really well but can be ...

You want to be forthcoming. You learned (in the military) to be direct. You were told to be upfront about your challenges, shortcomings and obstacles. But should you really share details about your ...

Many people feel fear and shame about their weaknesses. You might be fearful of the consequences of your weaknesses and feel anxious about your weaknesses becoming obvious to others. You might have ...

When it comes to hiring, it's easy for leaders to fall prey to the fear of being outpaced by members of their team and refuse to hire someone whose skill level is as high as theirs — or higher. But ...

So i've been doing some interviews, and the last one had the "whats your weakness" question. I of course answered truthfully; I have a hard time translating what I'm thinking into words quickly.

Answering the dreaded “What are your weaknesses?” interview question can be tricky. Many candidates struggle to provide a meaningful response that addresses this question without damaging their ...