behavioral interview

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A behavioral interview is a job interview format where candidates answer questions about how they handled specific past situations.

The premise is that past behavior predicts future performance.

Questions typically begin with phrases like Tell me about a time when... or Describe a situation where...

Candidates often use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure responses.

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