Behavioral questions

Question 1

What are your greatest strengths?

Answer 1

• Highly self-motivated
• ## can work through difficult concepts on my own

Question 2

What are your greatest weaknesses?

Answer 2

1. I focus too much on the details
   - I occasionally go into too much depth on a topic or project and end up spending too much time analyzing the finer points
   - actively trying to improve by setting time limits where I step back and return my focus to the bigger picture
   - this has helped me be more productive while maintaining good quality work and meeting team deadlines
2. I can be slower at grasping information when only provided with verbal information or instructions
   - so I make sure to take detailed and organized notes or ask for written instructions or walk-throughs when possible
3. Providing immediate feedback to new material, especially in front of large groups
   - I often need extra time to thoughtfully consider the topic in order to respond accurately/thoughtfully)
   - so if I can’t respond on the spot then I follow-up shortly after the meeting to provide feedback either in person or via email

Question 3

If I call your most recent supervisor, what will she say are your biggest strengths and weaknesses?

Answer 3

Strengths

• my ability to get up to speed quickly on new topics with which I have very little background
• critical thinker

Weaknesses
- providing feedback in front of large groups