Interview Styles and Trends
Behavioral Interview Questions
Behavioral interviews are based on the principle that
the most efficient way to predict future behavior
is to establish and evaluate past behavior. The interviewer will ask open-ended questions that
are designed to motivate memory of a situation that
would lead to a desired behavior. This type
of interview takes careful preparation and skill
to perform well.
Here are a few examples of behavioral interview questions:
- Describe a time when you were faced with a stressful situation that demonstrated your coping skills.
- Give me a specific example of a time when you used good judgment and logic in solving a problem.
- Give me an example of a time when you set a goal and were able to meet or achieve it.
- Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.
- What is your typical way of dealing with conflict? Give me an example.
- Give me an example of a time when something you tried to accomplish and failed.
- Give me an example of when you showed initiative and took the lead.
- Give me an example of a time when you motivated others.
- Tell me about a time when you delegated a project effectively.
- Describe a time when you anticipated potential problems and developed preventive measures.