Description
During our discussion, I'd like you to think about your personal qualities. Could you describe yourself using three positive adjectives and three negative adjectives?
1. Self-awareness : This question gauges your level of self-reflection and your understanding of your own strengths and weaknesses.
2. Honesty : Answering this question honestly shows that you can acknowledge areas that need improvement without compromising on your self-esteem.
3. Vocabulary : Your choice of adjectives demonstrates your command of language and ability to express yourself clearly.
4. Emotional intelligence : Choosing appropriate adjectives requires an understanding of how your behavior and traits affect others in the workplace.
1. Self-assessment : Employers want to know if you have the capability to evaluate yourself objectively and recognize your own performance and behavior.
2. Cultural fit : Your adjectives paint a picture of how you see yourself fitting into a team or workplace culture.
3. Potential growth : By revealing your negative traits, you can also discuss how you are working to improve upon them, demonstrating a commitment to personal growth.
4. Balance evaluation : This question helps the interviewer assess how balanced your self-view is; are you overly critical, or do you maintain a healthy balance between your strengths and weaknesses?
1. Think of adjectives that relate to workplace skills and interactions : Relate your adjectives to attributes that can have an impact on your role as an intern, such as 'organized', 'impatient', or 'inquisitive'.
2. Reflect on feedback you've received : Use feedback from previous experiences, as this provides a realistic base for your self-description; this shows authenticity in your assessment.
3. Prepare to discuss your negative traits constructively : When discussing negative adjectives, be ready to also talk about how you are working to turn them into positives or how you mitigate their impact in a professional environment.