Behavioural Competencies
Master the art of storytelling using the S.T.A.R. Method. Click a card to flip it; click 'See Flow Chart' to visualize the structure.
Tell me about yourself.
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Focus on your professional journey (Past, Present, Future). Don't recite your resume.
Why do you want to join us?
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Connect your skills to their mission. Mention specific products, culture, or recent news.
Why should we hire you?
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Match your top 3 Unique Selling Points (USPs) directly to the job description keywords.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
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Show ambition but align it with the company's growth ladder (e.g., 'Leading a team here').
What are your greatest strengths?
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Pick a strength relevant to the role and back it up with a concrete example.
What is your biggest weakness?
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Choose a real weakness (not 'I work too hard') and show the actionable steps you are taking to fix it.
What motivates you?
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Be honest. Is it solving complex problems? Learning new things? Seeing impact?
Describe a conflict with a coworker.
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Focus on the resolution mechanism (listening, compromising), not the drama.
Tell me about a time you worked in a team.
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Highlight your specific contribution (The 'I' in Team) while acknowledging the group effort.
How do you handle a difficult boss?
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Show empathy and professional communication. Never badmouth a previous employer.
Tell me about a time you showed leadership.
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Leadership isn't just a title. It's about stepping up, mentoring, or taking ownership.
Describe a time you took initiative.
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Talk about a time you saw a gap or a problem and fixed it without being asked.
How do you motivate others?
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Discuss understanding individual drivers and leading by example.
Describe a time you failed.
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Don't blame others. Own the mistake, explain the specific lesson learned, and show the rebound.
How do you handle stress/pressure?
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Mention specific techniques: Prioritization, breathing, asking for help, or staying organized.
Tell me about a time you missed a deadline.
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Admit it early, communicate the impact, and explain how you prevented it from happening again.
Describe a difficult problem you solved.
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Use the STAR method: Situation, Task, Action, Result. Focus heavily on the Action.
Tell me about a time you had to be creative.
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It doesn't have to be artistic. It could be a creative workaround to a budget or resource issue.
How do you make decisions without full info?
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Discuss risk assessment, consulting experts, and being willing to course-correct.
What would you do if you saw a colleague stealing?
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Follow company policy. Usually involves reporting to HR or a supervisor confidentially.
How do you handle constructive criticism?
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Show that you don't take it personally. You view it as a tool for improvement.
Tell me about a time you had to adapt quickly.
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Crucial for startups. Show you can pivot strategies without complaining.
Do you have any questions for us?
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ALWAYS say yes. Ask about team culture, upcoming challenges, or the interviewer's experience.
What is your proudest achievement?
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Pick something difficult that required grit. It creates a 'Halo Effect' for your competence.
How do you prioritize your work?
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Mention tools (Trello, To-Do lists) or frameworks like the Eisenhower Matrix.