Reply #2: May I Introduce You to the Goddess of the Job Interview... [View All]

[huskerlaw]

That would be me. Ok, not really, but I've done 15-20 in the past month, so I'm getting darn good at them. Most of them have been follow-ups, so that's a good sign.

The dreaded strengths and weaknesses question. Strengths obviously should be tailored to the job description. If she's interviewing for a legal job, they don't care if she can cook Wolfgang Puck under the table. Don't lie, but look at the description, pick at least one thing that she's honestly good at, list them and use examples.

Weaknesses are a bit tricky. But like the previous poster said, turn them into strengths. For example: I'm a perfectionist. I'm not happy with my work until it's done well. Again, if this can be tailored to the job description, all the better.

Feel free to PM me if you have any more questions. Seriously, my life has revolved around job interviews for the last 4 weeks. And so far, the vast majority have been highly successful. And good luck to your friend!