INTERVIEW RESOURCE GUIDE

Behavior-based interview questions are designed to reveal how a candidate will perform in future situations by examining their past actions. These questions are founded on the principle that past behavior is the best predictor of future performance. By asking about specific examples from a candidate’s history, employers can gain insight into how they’re likely to handle similar challenges in the role they’re applying for.

When asking these questions, the employer is not looking for general answers about behavior. Instead, you should:

• Focus on specific, tangible examples of past accomplishments
• Be prepared to elaborate on real-life situations that relate to the conversation
• Provide detailed descriptions of particular events, projects, or experiences and how you dealt with the situation and outcome

Examples of behavior-based questions:

When answering these questions, remember the STAR Interview response technique, which is a four-step technique for answering questions about past behavior.

During the interview, you will be asked difficult questions. Again, make sure you practice putting your responses into verbal form. By familiarizing yourself with the types of questions you may be asked, you are arming yourself with all the necessary tools to overcome difficult obstacles.