Being focused on details may not sound like a bad thing, but it can easily create a bottleneck in your work if you spend too much time fiddling with projects. Sometimes you just need to get the job done, even if you don’t feel completely satisfied with the result. But by mentioning attention to detail as a weakness, you also imply that you are thorough in your work and therefore rarely make sloppy mistakes. However, make sure you also explain how you might address this weakness if you are offered the job. Example: “My greatest weakness is that I often tend to focus on details. When I’m working on a big project, for example, I sometimes get very caught up in the small things. But I’m aware of this weakness, so I make sure to keep myself on my toes and not lose sight of the end goal. That way I can do a good job without compromising my productivity.” While an employer may not be crazy about the idea of an employee who is hung up on details, the chances are they will wish to hire a candidate who strives for quality and balance.