Human Answer
TRAPS:
This question seems like a softball lob, but be prepared. You don't want to come across as egotistical or arrogant. Neither is this a time to be humble.
BEST ANSWER:
You know that your key strategy is to first uncover your interviewer's greatest wants and needs before you answer questions.
And from Question 1, you know how to do this.
Prior to any interview, you should have a list mentally prepared of your greatest strengths. You should also have, a specific example or two, which illustrates each strength, an example chosen from your most recent and most impressive achievements.
You should, have this list of your greatest strengths and corresponding examples from your achievements so well committed to memory that you can recite them cold after being shaken awake at 2:30AM.
Then, once you uncover your interviewer's greatest wants and needs, you can choose those achievements from your list that best match up.
As a general guideline, the 10 most desirable traits that all employers love to see in their employees are:
- A proven track record as an achiever...especially if your achievements match up with the employer's greatest wants and needs.
- Intelligence...management "savvy".
- Honesty...integrity...a decent human being.
- Good fit with corporate culture...someone to feel comfortable with...a team player who meshes well with interviewer's team.
- Likeability...positive attitude...sense of humor.
- Good communication skills.
- Dedication...willingness to walk the extra mile to achieve excellence.
- Definiteness of purpose...clear goals.
- Enthusiasm...high level of motivation.
- Confident...healthy...a leader.
ChatGPT Answer
When answering the question "What are your greatest strengths?" in an interview,
it's important to be specific and provide examples to support your claims. It's also a good idea to tailor your answer to the specific requirements of the job you're applying for.
Here's an example: "One of my greatest strengths is my ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects. I have several years of experience working in fast-paced environments, and I have developed a strong sense of organization and attention to detail that allows me to stay on top of my workload and meet deadlines. I am able to manage my time efficiently, and I am comfortable working in a team or independently. For example, in my last role, I was responsible for managing several projects simultaneously and I was able to deliver them all on time and within budget." It's also important to mention, how your strength can benefit the employer, it's not only about you but also how you can help the company to achieve its goals. Another example,
"Another one of my greatest strengths is my strong communication skills, both verbal and written. I have experience in both customer-facing and internal roles, and I am comfortable communicating with people at all levels of an organization. I have a talent for simplifying complex information and making it easy for others to understand. This skill has been particularly valuable in my previous roles where I was responsible for training new employees and presenting to large groups." Be honest and confident, don't exaggerate or make up something, it's always better to be honest and show examples from your past experiences.