It's not that I don't have any weaknesses it's just that I don't want to say something that will keep me from getting the job.  What have some of you answered to this question?
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Being a perfectionist?\n\nBeing a workaholic?\n\nIt's such a BS question anyway.  Do they expect someone to say "Oh, I beat my wife," or "I can't resist crack."
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You already have the job, so you don't need to worry about what you can/can't do.  If he asks you to do something you don't know how to do, the best thing you can do is tell him that you don't but you're willing to learn.  If he has the time to show you then even better (my boss likes when people ask him how to do things, cause it shows you're willing to do try something new).\n\nChances are as a manager he's dealt with a lot of people, so he probably recognizes that you're nervous which may be why he's quiet around you.  Ask around and find out what he's interested in, so worst case if you have that awkward silence again you might have something to talk about (you might feel more comfortable just asking him some questions first until the conversation evolves)
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For an interview, you're going in to see if the company can actually give something to you and help develop your skills.  You are the one going "shopping" and so don't be so nervous.  You have a right to say no or yes.  Whatever questions will be thrown to you, you yourself know that you've got the skills and the experience to fulfill the work to be layed out to you. You own the situation.  Take charge.  Years have changed interview techniques and queries but we all know, that it's just a job. And all jobs can be done.  You just got to have the guts and believe in yourself.  At the end of the day, you'll come out as the winner.
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That was me and I wanted to apologize, but first I have a few things to bring you up to date on about me.....\n\nI had an employer like that, unbelievable. Actually said this at a meeting with engineers and architects:\n\n"I will not tell you how good I am" (I Was thinking, good, stop talking), then he said "but I am". I will skip the rest, you get the picture.
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Dear >person<\n\nThank you for attending the your recent interview fo rthe position of >job titile<. However, I regret to inform you that I will not be able to offer you this position at this time.\n\nThank you for your interest in our company, if you agree we can keep your details on our files if another opportunity comes up in the future.\n\n\n\n(i've had loads of these sent to me!!! no need to be too fishy or slushy, i guess the people will have had the same. no need to give reasons or anything. )
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"I find that my greatest strength can also be by greatest weakness - and that's my desire for perfection. I want things done, I want them done right, and I want them done right RIGHT NOW. While I realize that there's no inherent danger in striving towards perfection, my drive can often lead to me getting impatient with myself. When I'm ready to go, I'm ready and I tend to push myself maybe harder than I should in order to get it right."\n\nGood luck in your interview!
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Please think rationally and calmly. This will work out. Even if you did not get the job, there are plenty of others out there to suit you.
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"What's your weakness?" : Something like, "I'm a bit of a control freak, I like to make sure that eveything is going smoothly, and the only way I can do that is to be in total control. I need to learn to delegate more". Makes you sound like you're a workaholic, they love that sort of sh*t.\n\n"Where do you see yourself in five years?" : Not sure, I'd probably plump for something like "I'd like to develop the skills I have now, and be in a position to be able to pass the knowledge and experience I've gained to the other members of my team, hopefully in the form of a managerial position".\n\nIt's all about playing the game, as I'm sure you know.\n\nGood luck!!!!!!!!!!
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Most employers push a code of ethics.  Really, you'll feel much better about yourself if you tell the truth.  Living with yourself is the most important thing.  If they don't want you; then you don't want them.  You do not need to "mention" anything on your resume.  If they ask right out, then that is different.  Try really hard to improve your attitude about life.  Everything else (including a job) will fall into place after that.  Good luck.
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Yes, I've seen that happen before.  It's really annoying, but you figure if that's their style, do you really want to be working for them anyway?  More likely, they might offer something but refuse to put it in writing so that they can back out later.\n\nEdit: What that probably means is that you're kind of a second or third choice candidate for them, and they're still looking for the right person, but in case they don't find anyone, you're kind of the backup.  It's probably better to follow up still in case you can still get the job, but go ahead and treat it like you don't have an offer and keep searching for a job.
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Take a deep breath....\nNow, Go into the interview with the idea that you'll get the job or not. Whatever. It's just a job. Be polite but not needy and desperate.\nIf you keep in mind that it's just a job and not that life changing an event you wont come off as so nervous and you'll seem more relaxed.\nAlso, tell the person interviewing you that you're a little nervous. that way there is an explanation for any mistakes you make.\nGood luck.
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Well, they're probably going to ask you how you've handled a difficult customer situation in the past, to which you tell them something along the lines of keeping your temper and treating the customer like a person and not like a nuisance.  Then they'll ask you your strengths, which you can answer with whatever strengths you may have, and of course they'll ask you your weaknesses after that, which you'll answer with whatever weaknesses you may have, but never say something like, "I have a short temper" or "I'm always late"...answers like that put up huge red flags.  Just be honest with them and always remember to look them in the eye.  It shows confidence, even if you're completely nervous inside.  Good luck!
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Don't worry about it sweety, you'll do just fine.  Focus on your qualifications and put your best foot forward.  Remember, companies only care about one thing -- the bottom line!  Ultimately, they only care about what you can do for them so they can achieve this bottom line and nothing else.  If they don't hire you, it's THEIR loss, not yours!  There's other jobs out there, so don't sweat it.  Just be confident in your abilities....it's all good!
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Honest ones. We would like to know that you are GENUINELY interested in the opportunity, and that you did a little research about the position that you are interviewing for and the company in general. This question is typically a set up question for me, meaning that I am able to get an idea of which interview style is going to get me the most information abou the candidate I am talking to. \nThe perception is, that if you can't successfully answer this question, then you are really not that excited about the position you applied for, and are just looking for another "job".\n\nAnd don't worry... GOOD interviewers understand that there are many factors in an interview. Nervousness and other things may play a factor in your ability to articulate yourself and a good interviewer will pick up on this and try to get you comfortable enough to really talk about the skills you have. Interviewing someone that is too nervous to talk is really going to limit the amount of information received from the candidate.\n\nAnd one more tip... Don't be afraid to ask them the same question... "What are you looking to gain from the person that you ultimately decide to put in this position?" From there you can determine what traits you have that would help them to accomplish their goal.\n\nGood Luck!
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Although they won't admit it, some employers will look at it and not hire you for that reason. But if you have the experience, good work ethic, work history, and references...you will find something. Those that won't hire on that basis are not a company you want to work for anyways. Go into your interviews with a positive attitude and don't ever look at it as "I'm old and overweight so they won't hire me" If thats ringing in the back of your mind, it will show a weakness in you, in some way, during the interview (although you may not see it). Good Luck! I think you'll do just fine if you can keep a positive attitude and not get down, even if it takes a little longer than usual to find a good job!
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I wouldn't.  Spend this time preparing for your interview tomorrow.\n\nDress professionally, be early, and ask really good questions about the direction the company is going and about the interviewer.\n\nGood luck!  Take a deep breath and relax, you'll do great!
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I agree, call her back.  Even if she tells you that you didn't get the job at least you showed initiative and because of it she may keep you in mind down the road.\n\nNot having experience definately limits you opportunities right now, but we all have to start somewhere.\n\nDo a self analysis of your interview.  How did you dress for the interview?  Did you make eye contact, sit up straight, & smile?  Did she ask you any tough questions about yourself?  If so were you pleased with your answers?  Where can you improve for your next interview?\n\nMaybe you did a very good interview, but somebody else for one reason or another had some kind of slight advantage over you.\n\nKeep applying. Something will come up.  After college, I had many unfruitful interviews.  Sometimes being persistent and not giving up is all it takes.