Tell me about yourself?

Here’s a little something I’d like to share with you all.

These were my on the spot answers to those dreaded interview questions at the last interview I attended! I wasn’t super prepared and could probably done better, so as soon as I left I wrote down what I said to see how to improve on it later.

• What are your strengths and weaknesses?

I’d say that at times a can be a bit too enthusiastic and spontaneous and try to run before I can walk but I’m aware of this and reign myself in to check briefs/number/programmes before rushing into things.

I’m also known for saying it like it is and sometimes that can be too blunt.

My greatest strengths are in my leadership and organisational skills. I’m good at getting things done and problem solving.

• Where do you see yourself in 1/5/10 years?

I’m a parent so stability is very important to me, so I envisage staying with my next employer for at least 4-5 years and if there is room for advancement perhaps a little longer.

Ultimately I’d like to run my own charity that would focus on providing health care and healthy eating in Africa.

• What is your leadership style? Please give an example of a real situation.

I participated in a management programme within XXXXX Pharmaceuticals and during this we did the disc profile. As a result I’m self aware and understand that team members need to be treated as individuals. I’d say that my leadership style is adaptable because how you lead can depend on who is to follow. I know that I’m a strong leader and able to motivate a team.

During my time as a customer services manager I had a very varied team. I established that one team member was not comfortable making decisions but was exceptionally good at analytical work so I gave him ownership of that area and slowly helped increase his decision making skills by giving him a sense of empowerment.

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Any and all suggestions as to how to improve my answers would be greatly appreciated!!!