Continuing our Business English Podcast series on job interviews, we look at another very common question you’ll likely be asked when interviewing for jobs in English: What is your greatest weakness?

Talking about your weaknesses tests a unique skill: It investigates your ability to present a drawback as an advantage. Thus, the theme of this episode is be positive, and that’s the main point that we’ll be focusing on.

Listening Questions – Good Example:

1) What does Sherry identify as her greatest weakness?

Sherry says she comes from a “non-traditional” background as she is a single mother.

2) Did this weakness affect her GPA (exam scores)? How?

Yes. For example, while doing my Master’s, she had to work part-time, which meant that she’s done part of her degree during night school. Being so busy has also had some impact on my GPA.

3) Does Sherry explain the positive aspects of the weakness she describes?

Yes. Being a single mother has taught her maturity and how to manage her time.

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