Your Strengths

Whilst your skills tell the interviewer WHAT you do, your strengths will indicate HOW you do them. Not only will they demonstrate your uniqueness, but they will also show your prospective employer just how valuable you will be.

The list below details a number of strengths and talents - which can you identify with? Do you have other strengths that may not be listed?

• ability to handle conflict
• ability to make decisions
• ability to strike the balance between detail and the big picture
• ability to take risks
• adaptability
• being personally organised
• commercial awareness
• commitment
• competitiveness
• creativity
• determination
• enthusiasm
• flexibility
• initiative
• judgement
• quick thinking
• self-confidence
• sensitivity to people and situation
• stamina
• strength of will
• willingness to change
• willingness to take responsibility

After you have gone through the list shown above, consider the following questions:

1. What are the strong points of your personality and character?
2. Which of these elements has helped you to succeed in your career?

Be as specific as possible when answering these questions, and include descriptions of exactly how you use your strengths and talents.

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