Interview Tips & AI Resources On & Off LinkedIn Part 2

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Do you need AI resources for interview preparation?

Are you seeking interview tips and AI resources to boost your preparation? Remember, practice makes perfect, and with the help of AI tools, you can gain the confidence you need to ace your interview.

Your journey to landing a job starts with a tailored resume and an optimized LinkedIn profile. These are your first steps towards securing an interview, and then it’s all about practice to land the job.

The article from last week provided tips for using the STAR format for behavioral interview questions.

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Results demonstrate your competence and value to an employer; if you did it for the last company or companies, you could do it for the position you are interviewing for as a potential candidate.

Categories of STAR Behavioral Interview Questions

Wondering what categories to prepare for behavioral interview questions? Here’s a detailed list to help you start preparing 5-10 STAR stories!

  • Active listening
  • Adaptability
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Attitude
  • Collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Competitive
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Consistency
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Critical thinking
  • Cultural fit and awareness
  • Customer service
  • Dealing with failure or setbacks
  • Decision-making
  • Dependability
  • Detail-oriented
  • Driven
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Empathy
  • Energetic
  • Enthusiastic
  • Entrepreneurial
  • Ethical behavior
  • Goal-setting and achievement
  • Good Listener
  • Inclusive
  • Information seeking
  • Initiative and proactivity
  • Innovative
  • Integrity
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership
  • Learning agility
  • Logical reasoning
  • Multi-tasking
  • Organized
  • Persuasion
  • Problem-solving
  • Resilience and perseverance
  • Responsible
  • Self-motivated
  • Strategic planning
  • Stress management
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Work ethic

Each of these categories allows interviewers to assess different aspects of a candidate’s professional capabilities and personal attributes. For example:

  • Conflict resolution questions might be asked about navigating disagreements with coworkers or clients.
  • Decision-making questions often focus on how candidates gather information, weigh options, and commit to a course of action.
  • Leadership questions might explore how a candidate has motivated a team or handled a problematic employee.
  • Time management questions could delve into how they prioritize tasks or handle multiple deadlines.

Examples of Behavioral Questions

  • Adaptability: “Describe a time when your company underwent a major change.”
  • Communication skills: ”Give me an example of a time you persuaded someone to see things your way at work.”
  • Motivation: “Describe a time when you saw a problem and took the initiative.”
  • Motivation: “Give an example of a goal you reached and tell me how you achieved it.”
  • Problem-solving: “ Tell me about a problem you solved and were rewarded for it by your manager or company.”
  • Problem-solving: “Describe a situation where you had to solve a difficult problem.”
  • Teamwork: “Tell me about a time when you faced conflict with a team member.”
  • Teamwork: “Tell me about a time when you had to work closely with a difficult coworker.”
  • Time Management: “Tell me about a time when you had to meet a tight deadline.”

Rubric Rating

Companies may use a rubric to evaluate how a candidate responds to the STAR questions. Be prepared to answer questions from a panel. Some possible rubric categories might include the following criteria with a score for poor, fair, good, and excellent:

  • Relevance of the example
  • Completeness of the STAR response
  • Demonstration of skills and competencies
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Communication skills
  • Outcome and learnings
  • Authenticity and specificity

When asked at the end of an interview if you have questions, here are some possibilities.

  • When are you looking for someone to start?
  • Why is this position open, and how long has it been open?
  • How long were they in this role, and did they get promoted or leave?
  • Do you have initiatives for DEI here, and can you describe them?
  • What is your biggest challenge right now?
  • What qualities do you most admire in a person?
  • What kind of training should I expect or not expect during onboarding and beyond?
  • How do you manage change?
  • What risks might one come across, and how would they be minimized?
  • How would you describe your management style?
  • You mentioned there is room to grow down the road. Can you describe that?
  • What’s the one thing you wish you’d known before you joined the company?
  • What are some of the unwritten rules in the department or company?
  • Could you tell me about work/life balance? Are there opportunities to work hybrid or remote?
  • What gets rewarded here? How do people get recognized?
  • Why do you and other people like working here? Tell me about the culture.
  • What are the next steps and timeline in filing this role?
  • Have you interviewed others, including internal and external candidates?
  • Does the company perform annual reviews with merit increases?
  • Does the company plan company-wide events or for teams?
  • What is the targeted salary band for this role?
  • What would you have liked me to ask you that I have not yet asked?
  • What are the next steps?

Follow Up

Remember, a personal thank-you note sent within 24 hours of your interview, whether by email or snail mail, is a respectful and considerate gesture that can leave a lasting impression.

Interview Resources

AI and Other Interview Tools

Here is another listicle of resources that you can use for interview preparation.

Remember, preparation is key. Write down your STAR stories, memorize them, and rehearse them verbally. The more you practice, the more prepared and confident you’ll feel. Best of luck in landing your next role!

Did you read the article from last week? STAR Interview Tips and Resources On and Off LinkedIn – Part 1

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