How can you Share Your Achievements effectively in an Interview?

In an interview, effectively communicating your achievements and accomplishments to the interviewer is essential. It will showcase your skills and abilities and demonstrate your potential value as an employee. One effective interviewing technique to do so is the STAR method.

 

The STAR method is a structured approach to answering behavioural interview questions that allows you to provide a clear and concise response. It stands for Situation, Task, Action, and Result.

Here's how you can use the STAR method to tell a story about your achievements during an interview:

1. Situation: Start by describing the situation that you (the team, the company) faced. This could be a challenge or an opportunity that you were presented with.

2. Task: Next, explain what task you must complete in the given situation. This helps provide context to the interviewer about your role in the situation.

3. Action: Describe the actions you took to complete the task. This is where you can highlight your skills and abilities, and explain why your actions were effective.

4. Result: Finally, explain the results of your actions. This could include any positive outcomes or achievements that you accomplished.

 

Select the most suitable example that showcases your capability to accomplish the objectives of the job role. Make it specific and exciting.

 

By using the STAR method, you can demonstrate your ability to problem-solve, think critically, and take action. 

 

Here's an example of how you can use the STAR method to answer the question "Tell me about a time when you had to work under pressure":

Situation: During my previous job, I was given a project with a tight deadline.

Task: My task was to complete the project within the given deadline, while ensuring high quality work.

Action: To complete the project, I first created a detailed plan that included a timeline, milestones, and checkpoints. I then prioritized my tasks and worked diligently to stay on track. Additionally, I communicated with my team members regularly to ensure that everyone was on the same page and we were all working towards the same goal.

Result: As a result of my efforts, we were able to complete the project on time and the client was extremely satisfied with the quality of our work. This led to positive feedback from the client, and my manager recognized my efforts with a promotion.

 

Hint: tell as many important details as possible, considering not sharing confidential information.

 

Using the STAR method is an effective way to communicate your achievements and accomplishments during an interview. Following the STAR method, you can provide a clear and concise response demonstrating your skills and abilities. Remember to practice your responses before the interview and tailor your examples to the job you are applying for to show how your skills align with the job requirements.