Master the STAR method for behavioral questions
Behavioral interviews assess how you've handled situations in the past to predict future performance. The STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) is the gold standard for answering these questions. This guide covers common behavioral questions and how to structure winning answers.
Prepare 7-10 STAR stories covering different competencies
Keep each answer under 2 minutes
Focus more on Action and Result
Use 'I' not 'we' - own your contributions
Practice out loud, not just in your head
Tell me about a time you faced a conflict at work
Describe a situation where you showed leadership
Give an example of a goal you achieved
Tell me about a time you failed
Describe how you handled a difficult customer
Identify Competencies → Prepare Stories → Practice → Interview → Succeed
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