Interviewer: What is something that you struggle with at work?
Abby: One thing that I struggle with is asking for help. I like to solve problems on my own, and I do not want to be a burden to my co-workers or boss by asking them a lot of questions. But I have learned that this is not the best way.
Interviewer: Why is it not the best way?
Abby: Well, co-workers should help each other. When people work together, the results are usually better. Also, I have learned that most people like helping their co-workers. Whenever a co-worker asks me for help, I am always happy to assist them. So, I imagine that most other people feel the same way.
Interviewer: Are you doing anything to correct this weakness?
Abby: I’m just trying to communicate more with my co-workers and management. I ask for feedback and share ideas with them. I think that this has helped improve the quality of my work.
Interviewer: That’s great. Our company encourages open communication between all employees.
Patterns and Examples
I struggle with ____________________. I am trying to ____________________.
- I struggle with writing reports. I am trying to improve my writing by taking a business writing course.
- I struggle with dealing with angry customers or suppliers. I am trying to read a lot of books about staying calm.
I have a hard time ____________________. I ____________________.
- I have a hard time with new technology. I try to spend a couple hours each week reading and studying new technology.
- I have a hard time working alone. I am working on improving this by making a clear plan when I have to complete a project on my own.
I struggle with ____________________, but ____________________.
- I struggle with organizing large projects, but I have been getting better as I get more experience.
- I struggle with Spanish, but I have been taking a Spanish class for one year, and I am getting better and better.
