Big Opportunities with STAR Interviewing When you get an interview, you’ll do well to use the STAR interview method. Be prepared so you can be yourself and be confident with the interviewer.

The Amazon STAR interview method is a structured technique used to assess candidates during interviews. STAR stands for Situation, Task, Action, and Result.

The STAR and PARADE methods of answering behavioral interview questions are both popular. They can help when you're asked about a time you faced a challenge or made a mistake at work, for example.

In this article, the author outlines what the STAR acronym stands for, the benefits of using the STAR interview method, and how to use it to prepare for your next interview.