Learn about the benefits of the STAR method and how to use it to best answer all behavioral questions. Pro tips and sample answers included!
In interviewing, STAR stands for Situation, Task, Action, and Result, and this method helps you create structured, concise, and engaging responses to behavioral interview questions.
These questions start with “Tell me about a time when…” and ask you to tell a story about a past work situation.
I’ve worked with Pamela Skillings, Big Interview’s Chief Coach, to write this article, and her main tip is: whenever you need to tell a story to reply to questions about your skills, STAR should be your go-to.
After reading this article, you’ll know:
- What STAR method is and how to use it for the greatest impact
- How to make your STAR answers effective (samples included)
- How to easily prepare your answers before the interview