Succeed in your interview with the STAR method

How can you anticipate a future candidate's behavior right from the job interview? How can you successfully stand out and highlight your value as a candidate? The STAR method, conceived by Tom Janz, a psychologist and human resources lecturer, will answer your questions. According to him, "the best way to predict future behavior is to know past behavior in the same situation." So, what is the STAR method? Meet My Job tells you everything!

The STAR method: definition 

The STAR method is a recruitment technique used to structure job interviews. Used by both recruiters and candidates, the STAR method goes beyond the standard strengths and weaknesses questions usually asked during an interview. It allows candidates to express themselves freely and stand out by showcasing their skills and past experiences. For recruiters, it is a great method to better understand the candidate in real employment contexts.

1. S for Situation 

This involves describing a professional situation that the candidate has already experienced. It can be a held position, an assignment, or even a project within a school or volunteering context.

2. T for Task

This involves describing the missions assigned to you in that situation. What were your responsibilities? At this stage, you highlight the objectives and the tasks performed to achieve them.

3. A for Action

Actions correspond to the steps undertaken by the candidate to accomplish the given tasks. This means highlighting your approach to solving the problem.