Behavioral Interview Techniques Quiz

What does the 'S' in the STAR formula stand for?

• Success

• Strategy

• Situation

• Solution

Why is it important to describe the action you took in a behavioral interview?

• To highlight your potential actions

• To explain what you actually did

• To demonstrate your decision-making process

• To show what you might do in the future

What is a key strategy when listening to an interviewer's question?

• Use industry jargon to impress

• Answer immediately to show confidence

• Interrupt them to show enthusiasm

• Repeat the question back to them

Why should you avoid going into extreme detail in your answers?

• It shows a lack of confidence

• It makes your answer less interesting

• It can confuse the interviewer

• It allows for follow-up questions

What should you focus on when preparing for a behavioral interview?

• Identifying key competencies for the position

• Listing all your accomplishments

• Practicing nonverbal communication

• Memorizing answers to common questions

Why is it important to keep your answers positive during an interview?

• To avoid offending the interviewer

• To demonstrate a positive influence

• To show you are a team player

• To make the interview more enjoyable

In the example of changing a corporate policy, what was the result of the action taken?

• The policy remained unchanged

• The fund's performance improved

• The managers were not convinced

• The fund lost money

How did the speaker resolve the issue of a team member not doing their job?

• By ignoring the issue

• By taking over their responsibilities

• By helping them prioritize tasks

• By reporting them to their supervisor

What is one type of behavioral question you might face in an interview?

• Describe a situation with limited resources

• Explain your greatest weakness

• Discuss your salary expectations

• Describe a time you made a poor decision

What is the purpose of the Interview Answer Accelerator program?

• To offer feedback on your interview answers

• To provide a list of interview questions

• To help you find job openings

• To teach you how to write a resume