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STAR method

A way to structure answers in a competency-based interview: Situation, Task, Action, Result.

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Use the STAR method: they want to hear the result, not just what you did.

Why it matters to you.

Technical people often skip the result. Say what changed because of what you did, with a number if you can.

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