STAR WHAT?!
The biggest aspect of preparation is crafting your STAR stories.
STAR what?!
S.T.A.R. = Situation-Task-Action-Result.
Why? Because it’s the best way to tell a story.
The STAR framework structures your stories so they are…
1) concise
2) easy to follow
3) end with a bang
What types of stories should I choose?
Choose stories that…
1) Include a solid result
2) Ensure you are the protagonist. Interviewers want to learn about YOU.
3) Illustrate your positive traits.
Once you have your stories, they are like arrows in your quiver. You can pull them out for almost any question asked. 7 good STAR Stories make you agile.
The best way to learn someone is through story. Period.
Know yours.