Interview Tips & Tricks
Proven techniques to showcase your skills and experience in your next interview.
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How to Best Share Your Story
In a competency-based interview, the interviewer will ask you to describe situations that highlight your abilities. This approach allows them to gauge how well you’re likely to perform on the job. HR managers will want to hear about specific examples of things you’ve done that align with the skills and traits the company values.
It’s important to prepare several examples for each required competency. Remember, the interviewer may approach the question from different angles, so ensure your examples are flexible yet detailed enough to meet their expectations.
Using the STAR Technique for Structured Answers
A well-structured answer is key to demonstrating your qualifications. The STAR method provides a clear framework to guide your responses, allowing you to present your experience in a way that’s relevant to the role.
Think of your answer as a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Here’s how you can break it down using the STAR method:
- Situation: Describe the problem or challenge you faced.
- Task: Explain what you were tasked with doing to address the situation.
- Action: Share the steps you took, including any obstacles you overcame.
- Result: Highlight the outcome of your actions and how it was measured.
Using this method ensures your answers are concise, detailed, and aligned with what the interviewer is seeking.
