How are these answers to "What's your biggest weakness"?

I am preparing for an interview for an IT researcher position at a large company. One common interview question that I am somewhat afraid of is "What are your weaknesses?" or variations thereof. Possible answers I am thinking about are: As an introvert, I tend to focus on my work rather than communication with colleagues. I am very bad at selling stuff. I tend to dive too deep into details. I cannot leave hold of my work, at weekends or in the evening, I often find myself researching work-related topics. I cannot say "no" to anything, try to please everyone What do these options imply to an interviewer? What makes them suitable or unsuitable for an answer for this position?

Feb 2, 2025 - 11:24
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How are these answers to "What's your biggest weakness"?

I am preparing for an interview for an IT researcher position at a large company. One common interview question that I am somewhat afraid of is "What are your weaknesses?" or variations thereof. Possible answers I am thinking about are:

  • As an introvert, I tend to focus on my work rather than communication with colleagues.
  • I am very bad at selling stuff.
  • I tend to dive too deep into details.
  • I cannot leave hold of my work, at weekends or in the evening, I often find myself researching work-related topics.
  • I cannot say "no" to anything, try to please everyone

What do these options imply to an interviewer? What makes them suitable or unsuitable for an answer for this position?