You may have been advised to answer with a canned response like "I'm a perfectionist," or "I work too hard." But employers are looking for honest answers. Focus on a weakness that is relatively minor and that you are actively working to overcome.

For instance, you could say, "I’m nervous about public speaking, which I know is a problem for my career. I've joined a local Toastmasters group to help me learn some tried-and-tested techniques. I also volunteer for presentations and speaking assignments to practice."