If you had any formal performance reviews you could actually quote what you last boss said about you but if not think positively about your relationship with your last boss and what would he or she say about you.
If you had any performance issues and the comments could be less than favourable then focus on your positive skills when you answer this question.
Think about a time where you have been thanked for getting something done on time and efficiently then you can use this as an answer – my previous manager thought that I was very efficient and organised and was very grateful for me getting a project done in excellent time accurately.
Remember to match the skills you pick as your 3 positive things to the position that you are being interviewed for as this will help the interviewer link your good skills to what they are looking for.
Try to include:
1 example showing your ability to do the job.
1 example that shows your commitment to the work.
1 example that shows you are a good person to have in a team.
EG: “My boss has told me that I am the best designer he has ever had. He knows he can always rely on me, and he likes my sense of humour.”
Remember that this is an opportunity to see yourself through someone else’s eyes and an interview is like a sales pitch, you are the product so sell, sell, sell.
Examples
Trustworthy / HonestGreat sense of humorHard workerWilling to work extra hoursFlexibleGreat under pressureKnows the professionEnergetic