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What are Your Strength and Weaknesses?
by Ngeow Yoke Meng

A to Z about YOU. Describe yourself by giving 1-5 points to each statement listed below.

5 points – always --> Excellent
4 points – usually --> Good
3 points – sometimes --> Satisfactory
2 points – rarely --> Fair
1 point -- never --> Poor
  1. I am intelligent. I grasp instructions accurately and comprehend directions instantly.
  2. I possess initiative. I attempt work beyond that required and work independently.
  3. I am punctual. I complete assignments on time and keep appointments on time.
  4. I am tactful. I say pleasant things and do the right things when dealing with others.
  5. I obey rules. I observe the rules of my organization and obey them at all time.
  6. I possess good judgment. I distinguish the important from the unimportant tasks.
  7. I speak well. The way I speak often creates a favorable impression.
  8. I am considerate. I am mindful of the effect of my conducts on others.
  9. I am healthy. I am practically energetic at all time and never get ill.
  10. I am accurate. I am good at details and keep records properly in order.
  11. I am honest. I do not possess money, time, supplies or ideas without permission.
  12. I am industrious. I am happy when I am busy and find work to do at all times.
  13. I am loyal. I feel strongly about the ties that bind me to people and organization.
  14. I am persistent. I complete assignments and do follow-ups with persistence.
  15. I am confident. I know my goals in life and believe that they can be achieved.
  16. I am capable of solving problems. I remain calm under pressure and in crisis.
  17. I am cheerful. I am humorous, flexible and generous. I smile to everybody.
  18. I am enthusiastic. I am eager to learn new tasks and to be trained on-the-job.
  19. I am career-minded. I do not mind spending more time at work.
  20. I am creative. I like to contribute ideas but dislike instruction and routines.
  21. I am adaptable. I adjust myself easily to people, place, things and changes.
  22. I am open-mined. I accept criticism with gratitude and not hostility.
  23. I am helpful. I offer help to others even before they ask for it.
  24. I am efficient. I get my work done on time and with minimum resources.
  25. I am polite. I'm well-mannered and never offend persons whom I dislike.
  26. I am dependable. I volunteer contributions and do routine duties without being told.



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