How to Answer: What Are Your Strengths

Introduction

• Speaker: Richard McMahon from PassMyInterview.com
• Focus: Teaching how to answer the interview question "What are your strengths?"
• Importance: How you respond can determine your success in the interview
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Tutorial Structure

1. Tips for Answering the Question
2. 10 Brilliant Strengths to Use
3. Scripted Answer Example

Tips for Answering "What Are Your Strengths"

Tip 1

• Provide three brilliant strengths
• Avoid generic strengths like:
  • Hardworking
  • Enthusiastic
  • Professional

Tip 2

• Use unique strengths to capture the interviewer's attention

Tip 3

• Back up your claims with evidence
  • Example: If you say you are good at multitasking, provide evidence from a previous job

10 Brilliant Strengths to Use in an Interview

Strength 1: Disciplined and Focused

• Relied upon to complete tasks on time and to a high standard

Strength 2: Flexible and Versatile

• Willing to take on duties outside of usual responsibilities
• Available to help at short notice

Strength 3: Resourceful

• Innovative problem solver
• Finds ways to overcome difficult challenges

Strength 4: Loyal and Trustworthy

• Acts as a positive role model
• Reliable in following organizational policies

Strength 5: Collaborative Worker

• Understands and supports effective teamwork

Strength 6: Commercially Aware

• Understands the business's commercial and financial goals
• Performs duties in line with job requirements

Strength 7: Detail-Oriented and Attentive

• Focuses on details and performs tasks to a high standard

Strength 8: Creative and Innovative

• Helps to increase sales and improve customer service
• Thinks outside the box

Strength 9: Fast Learner

• Quick to learn the role
• Requires little supervision
• Takes ownership of professional development

Strength 10: Passionate and Committed

• Loves the job and is committed long-term to the organization

Example Script

Script Overview

• Includes three favorite strengths

Example Answer

1. Commercially Aware
   • Work hard to help the business grow
   • Ensure work is efficient and effective
2. Collaborative Approach
   • Believes in teamwork and mutual support
   • Respects all opinions and contributions
3. Loyalty and Trustworthiness
   • Acts as a positive role model
   • Commits to the business for many years

Conclusion

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