EI17 - IndividualActivity1 TELL THE TIP
EI17 - IndividualActivity1 TELL THE TIP
EI17 - IndividualActivity1 TELL THE TIP
Directions: For each of the following statements, determine what tip or tips for assessing personal
strengths and weaknesses the person is demonstrating. Write your answers in the
spaces provided.
Tips: Be honest.
Be realistic. Don’t be too hard on yourself.
Don’t compare yourself to others. Don’t make false generalizations.
Be specific. Assess yourself on a regular basis.
1. Allison hates to admit that she lacks determination, but she lists it as a weakness, so she can
work to improve it. Be honest.
2. Brett gets down about his weakness of poor communication skills, but he tries to remember
that he’s great at managing time. Don’t be too hard on yourself.
3. Jade is a good teacher. When she lists this as a strength, she mentions her excellent
communication skills and ability to break complex ideas down into easily learned parts. Be
specific.
4. Christian did poorly on his math test last week, but he knows it was because he didn’t have
enough time to study. He’s not listing “bad at math” as a weakness. Don’t make false
generalizations.
5. Kate’s sister has already gotten three promotions at work in her first two years. Kate is careful
not to base her assessment of personal strengths and weaknesses on her ideas about her
sister’s success. Don’t compare yourself to others.
6. Jack has decided to conduct an assessment of his personal strengths and weaknesses each year
during the month of his birthday. Assess yourself on a regular basis.
7. Because she is not a strong writer, Claire knows she isn’t going to become a journalist. Knowing
this weakness ahead of time can help her focus on her strengths and pursue a career that’s
well-suited for her. Be realistic.
8. James has great logic skills which he uses in his career as a detective. He’s not afraid to list
these skills as one of his strengths. Be specific.
9. Julia placed second in a design contest she entered. She knows this doesn’t make her an expert
designer yet, though. Be realistic
10. Jorge conducts a new personal assessment every time he gets a promotion at work.
Assess yourself on a regular basis
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