Behavioral interviews
Behavioral interviews focus on how candidates have handled situations in the past to predict their future behavior in a job. Interviewers ask questions about specific experiences, such as teamwork, problem-solving, or conflict resolution, and expect detailed responses. Using the STAR method—Situation, Task, Action, Result—candidates describe a situation they faced, the task they needed to accomplish, the actions they took, and the results of those actions. This approach helps employers assess a candidate's skills, personality, and fit for the role based on real-life examples rather than hypothetical scenarios.
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Behavioral interviews are a hiring technique where employers ask candidates to share specific past experiences to assess how they've handled various situations. The idea is that past behavior can predict future performance. Questions often start with phrases like “Tell me about a time when…” and focus on skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership. Candidates are encouraged to use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure their responses. This approach helps employers gauge how well candidates will fit in the company culture and handle real-life job challenges.