Knowing what you're good at is one of the keys to finding a career that's right for you, but identifying your strengths and weaknesses isn't always that easy.
Join Radio 1's Katie Thistleton for the second series of The Bitesize Careers Podcast, tackling the most popular questions you've asked about the world of work. In this episode, Katie chats to award-winning careers coach Mark Anderson and student Yasmeen to answer today's big question:
How do I know what I'm good at? https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z4t3qyc#z9xsdnb
Top tips for finding your strengths and weaknesses
- Ask people who know you well what they think your strengths and weaknesses are. You might be surprised at the answers!
- Reflect on things you're good at and enjoy to understand the skills you already have
- Be honest with yourself about where you struggle and where you thrive
- Research the kinds of jobs that interest you. This can tell you the skillset you need to work on
- Focus on your strengths and getting even better at them, but be aware of your weaknesses. They can tell you where you need to improve but can also guide you towards careers that celebrate your own skillset.
