Study Yourself Prior to an Interview

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of self-assessment before interviews, suggesting a systematic comparison of personal qualifications with job requirements. It guides on crafting a targeted personal pitch and preparing for common interview questions, especially those requiring introspection. The tutorial introduces the STAR and PARADE methods for effectively addressing past experiences, highlighting the need to showcase personal attributes, logic, and learning from situations.

Why is it important to study yourself before an interview?

• To memorize your resume

• To compare your traits with job requirements

• To impress the interviewer with your knowledge

• To avoid difficult questions

What is a key aspect of developing your personal pitch?

• Ignoring the job description

• Memorizing a script

• Creating a fit with the company

• Focusing on your weaknesses

What type of interview questions require introspection?

• Questions about past challenging situations

• Questions about your future goals

• Questions about your hobbies

• Questions about your favorite color

How can you use the same story in different ways during an interview?

• By changing the facts

• By making it humorous

• By avoiding it altogether

• By presenting it as both a positive and a learning experience

What does the STAR method stand for?

• Situation, Task, Action, Result

• Situation, Time, Action, Response

• Strategy, Task, Action, Result

• Situation, Task, Analysis, Result

Which method is more detailed than the STAR method?

• GROW method

• SWOT method

• PARADE method

• PEST method

What is the purpose of using methods like STAR and PARADE in interviews?

• To confuse the interviewer

• To showcase personal attributes and decision-making

• To avoid answering questions

• To shorten the interview process