they often give vague answers that don't really give a sense of who they are, and what they are capable of. They'll say, "I'm smart, I work hard and I get things done," says Nawaz. "Good for you.

When job candidates get asked about their strengths, they often give vague answers that don't really give a sense of who they are, and what they are capable of. They'll say, "I'm smart, I work hard ...