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STAR Method

What is the STAR method?

The STAR method is a framework used to answer interview questions (especially situational ones) It is widely used because of its simplicity and because it helps candidates articulate their thoughts better in an interview.

STAR Method Breakdown

The STAR Method is comprised of 4 parts: Situation, Task, Action, Result, and it’s aim is to help create structure for an interview answer. Below are some general guidelines when using the STAR method:

Situation

  • Should be 1-2 sentences

  • Focus on size of team

  • Focus on scale of company

  • Answer what caused the task to arise

Task

  • Should be 1-2 sentences

  • Focus on the problem

  • Focus on scope of work

  • Mention tactics and technologies used

Action

  • Should be 2-3 sentences

  • Talk about process

  • Focus on the solution

  • Focus on collaboration

Result

  • Should be 2-3 sentences

  • Talk about impact

  • People

  • Business Operations

  • Sales

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