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ERI of Business, Economics and Management of SumDU

The STAR method at a job interview: how to answer questions convincingly

A job interview is an opportunity to showcase your strengths, and it is important to do so in a structured and convincing manner. One of the most effective methods for this is STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result).

💡 What is the STAR method?

STAR helps you give a clear answer by demonstrating your skills and experience through specific situations:

🔹 S (Situation): Describe the context or problem you are facing.

🔹 T (Task): Explain the task you needed to complete.

🔹 A (Action): Tell us what specific steps you took.

🔹 R (Result): Show what result your actions led to.

📌 How to prepare for a STAR interview?

✅ Study the vacancy and highlight the key skills that the employer expects.

✅ Prepare stories from your experience that illustrate your competence.

✅ Follow a clear structure, avoiding unnecessary information.

🌟 Why is it important?

The STAR method not only helps you to build logical answers, but also emphasises your professionalism and problem-solving skills. Use it in interviews and significantly increase your chances of getting the job you want! 🚀

The information is based on the materials of Happy Monday: https://happymonday.ua/metod-star-na-spivbesidi