A more savvy and experienced interviewer won't ask this question. They'll ask the much more relevant "What do you perceive as your key areas for development?"
If you are asked the "weaknesses" question, answering in an honest and disclosing manner concerning areas for development will generally yield a favorable result. I personally rank introspection, humility and a thirst for knowledge very highly, even if some of the areas for development are areas in which I wish the candidate were stronger today.
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Author: Roger Ehrenberg
