Video: Better than the STAR Method Interview Questions and Answers from a Google Hiring Manager

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Ace your next behavioral interview and stand out from other candidates

Learn this proven approach which builds upon the tried-and-true STAR method for answering behavioral interview questions. Demonstrate your grow mindset to stand out from other candidates, pre-empt follow up questions, and land a job at a top-tier company like FAANG!

1️⃣ Situation (what was happening / what was the goal / what was the problem)

2️⃣ Tasks (what you were responsible for in the Situation -- I often combine 1️⃣ and 2️⃣ )

3️⃣ Actions (what you did to address the problem)

4️⃣ Results (ideally positive, quantify impact)

5️⃣. What I learned (show your growth mindset, pre-empt their follow up❓s)

6️⃣. What I'd do differently if faced with the same situation today (expand upon 5️⃣ )

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6️⃣. What I've done in future, similar projects (show that you've used the lessons learned)

Practice Behavioral Interview Questions (using STAR++)

  • (conflict) Tell me about a time when you had a conflict with a manager.

  • (adaptability) Describe a time when you had to make a change to your approach on a project.

  • (prioritization) Tell me about the hardest work decision you've made in the last 6 months.

  • (communication) When have you had to persuade others to see a situation from your perspective?

  • (values) Tell me about the best team you've ever worked on.

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1️⃣ Difference Between TPM, PgM, PM Roles at FAANG: https://youtu.be/1rpU3QOPYTY

2️⃣ How to Answer "Tell me About Yourself" and nail it every time: https://youtu.be/ARC8t2orV1s

3️⃣ How to Answer "Why do You Want to Work Here?" and nail it every time: https://youtu.be/j02Wp3pXyvQ

4️⃣ STAR++ Method for Behavioral Interview Questions: https://youtu.be/vVxbIMx-Js0

5️⃣ How to Prepare for ANY Interview: https://youtu.be/XtM_S30jwEc

6️⃣ How to Formulate Incredible Questions for your Interviewers (YES, these matter!): https://youtu.be/Cv3oPPbQnes

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