The STAR Method

• Situation — set the context: what was going on?
• Task — what were you responsible for?
• Action — what did you specifically do?
• Result — what happened, ideally with a measurable outcome?

Common behavioral questions

• "Tell me about a time you dealt with a difficult coworker."
• "Describe a situation where you had to meet a tight deadline."
• "Give an example of a mistake you made and how you handled it."